IUCN Project Officer Jobs 2023 – South Africa NGO Jobs. IUCN South Africa looking for “Project Officer“. Applicants with a Master’s degree may apply on or before 12th May 2023.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature is an international organization working in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. It is involved in data gathering and analysis, research, field projects, advocacy, and education. IUCN’s mission is to “influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable”.
IUCN Project Officer Jobs 2023
The IUCN has published a job vacancy announcement on 29th April 2023 for qualified South Africa’s to fill in the vacant post of Project Officer to be based in Pretoria, South Africa.
| Recruiter | International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) |
| Position | Project Officer |
| Location | Pretoria, South Africa |
| Country | South Africa |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Master’s degree |
| Experience Required | Minimum 06 years |
| Application Deadline | 12th May 2023 |
Specific Duties
The Project Officer will have the following specific duties;
- Manage all components of the PMU, its staff and project budget.
- Prepare an Annual Work Plan of the project on the basis of the Project Document, under the general support of the Project Steering Committee and guidance by IUCN and DFFE.
- Coordinate and monitor the activities described in timely and efficient manner in accordance with the work plan.
- Flag any risks emerging during the project implementation that will hamper timely progress of the project implementation or successful delivery of intended outputs and outcomes.
- Direct and be ultimately responsible for project monitoring, evaluation and reporting processes.
- Oversee the development of information management tools to ensure evaluation, monitoring and replication activities.
- Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) functions
- Oversight of The Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF).
- Ensure project compliance with all IUCN and GEF policies, regulations and procedures.
- Ensure consistency between the various project elements and related activities provided.
- Coordinate and oversee preparation of the substantive and operational reports from the project.
- Foster and establish close linkages with relevant projects in South Africa, regionally and internationally, and with other related GEF programs where applicable.
- Represent the project at meetings and other project-related forums in South Africa, and within the region and globally, as required; and
- Submit quarterly reports of relevant project progress and problems to IUCN, DFFE, DALRRD and the Project Steering Committee.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Eligibility Criteria
Education:
- At least a Master’s degree in Agricultural Production, Environmental Management, Ecological sciences, Resource Economics, Biodiversity Management, Value Chain Development, or Environmental Law.
Work Experience:
- At least 6 years of Project Management experience, showing a progressive increase in scope and responsibilities.
- Demonstrated coordination and project leadership skills, and ability to multi-task.
- Community facilitation and skill in implementing expanded public works programme for stimulation of job creation
- Demonstrated experience on institutional and policy matters and technical knowledge on aspects relating to Sustainable Land Management (SLM), climate change and community livelihoods projects;
- Technical knowledge on aspects relating to SLM (Soil, vegetation, climate and water resources).
- Ability to work and engage with government officials, private sectors, research institutes, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and local communities, etc.;
- Implementation of SLM legislations schemes, incentive, compliances and programmes
- Availability for extensive domestic travel.
- Ability to work under high pressure.
Language Proficiency:
- Excellent command of English and good communication skills.
Other Details
- Vacancy #: 6414
- Type of Contract: Fixed-term (36 months)
- Job Schedule: Full time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: Negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply IUCN Project Officer Jobs 2023
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index………
The Closing Date: 12th May 2023
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.iucn.org |
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