Dear Colleagues,

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Please find following Pacific Vacancies - Announcement No. 2002 / 32-33

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For those who intend to apply: Good luck!

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Wilco Liebregts

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WWF, the world’s largest independent conservation organisation with a global network active in 96 countries, is seeking to recruit 2 Pacific Islanders for its South Pacific Programme Office:

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Polynesia Marine Ecoregional Coordinator

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Based in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, the Polynesia Marine Ecoregional Coordinator will lead and manage an established multi-disciplinary conservation Program for WWF.

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The main responsibilities of this position are:

·?????? To lead Ecoregional conservation initiatives for Polynesia Reefs ecoregion

·?????? Analysis and evaluation of local conservation and development initiatives

·?????? Management of Cook Islands Partnerships in Conservation Project office including its conservation, finance and administration program, as well as staff reporting to the Program.

·?????? Development, co-ordination and management of strategic and operational plans relevant to all aspects of the Project, ensuring effective monitoring and evaluation for efficiency and effectiveness

·?????? Contribute to the formulation of WWF policy and position papers on marine issues affecting conservation and sustainable development for priority Ecoregions in other Pacific Island countries;

·?????? Development and implementation of a sound fundraising and funds management plan to ensure adequate funds to support the Project.

·?????? Strengthening as well as widening relations with donors, government and civil society/non government organisations who support the Project

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The requirements are:

<??????????? A graduate degree and preferably post-graduate qualifications in environmental management, development studies, economics or resource policy

<??????????? At least 2 years post-graduate field experience with a strong background in conservation in Cook Islands.

<??????????? At least 3-5 years senior management experience with proven leadership and interpersonal skills.

<??????????? Proven analytical and problem solving skills.

<??????????? Fluency in English and knowledge of a Cook Island language.? Competency in French would be a distinct advantage.

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Sustainable Livelihoods (Poverty) and

Capacity Building Coordinator (Regional)?

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Based in Suva, Fiji, the Sustainable Livelihoods (Poverty) and Capacity Building Coordinator will lead and coordinate an established multi-disciplinary conservation Program for WWF.

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The main responsibilities of this position are:

·?????? To lead and coordinate the WWF South Pacific Capacity Building Framework Programme

·?????? To develop a framework and support WWF sustainable livelihood and community resource conservation programme in relation to Country, Ecoregional programmes in the Pacific.

·?????? Support work of current WWF projects in relation to sustainable livelihood and capacity building.

·?????? To provide project management support in project monitoring and evaluation.

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The requirements are:

<??????????? A graduate degree and preferably post-graduate qualifications in environmental management, development studies, economics or resource policy is required.

<??????????? The incumbent must demonstrate excellent knowledge in the fields of capacity building, conservation and development, participatory development, sustainable livelihood.

<??????????? At least 3-5 years senior management experience with proven leadership and interpersonal skills.

<??????????? Proven analytical and problem solving skills.

<??????????? Fluency in English and knowledge of a local language

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Additional requirements for both the positions include:

<??????????? High level of computer literacy is mandatory.

<??????????? Diplomatic skills and cultural sensitivity.

<??????????? A passion for nature.

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Interested candidates should please send a covering letter with their CV and names and contact of 3 referees to the Human Resources Manager at WWF South Pacific Programme, Private Mail Bag, Suva, Fiji by 28 February 2002. Email application to:? scokanasiga@.... is also accepted.? Terms of Reference for these positions can be obtained from the WWF website:? . All applications must clearly specify the vacancy being applied for.

PLEASE NOTE:

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Eco-Consult Pacific
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Fiji Islands
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