► [Boletín de noticias Cebem] - Año 17 Nº 2 - 2023

WWF Bolivia JOB CALL (Working base: Santa Cruz)

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), one of the world's leading conservation organizations, is seeking a Gef Project Coordinator for our office in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. We want to hire a professional with great passion for conservation, creative and dedicated, always willing to push boundaries, a great team player and, in general, a good human being, who understands and appreciates the value of leading by example.

We are guided by WWF's core values: 

Courage - We demonstrate courage through our actions, work for change where it is needed, and inspire people and institutions to address the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet that is our home.

COLLABORATION - We produce impact at the level of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.

INTEGRITY - We live the principles we ask others to live by. We act with integrity, accountability and transparency, and rely on facts and science to guide us and ensure we learn and evolve.

RESPECT - We respect the voices and knowledge of the people and communities we serve, and work to ensure a sustainable future for everyone.

• Main function

This position is a core position located within the PCU to be hosted by WWF. In order to optimize the use of project resources while providing the right skills set to the project, the responsibilities of the Regional Project Coordinator and Technical Advisor are a mix of technical and managerial ones consolidated into one position. In addition, since the position is full-time, the incumbent will be motivated to stay with the project throughout its duration and ensure retention. Furthermore, the incumbent’s focus could switch from project management to the technical matters in support of the job with ease which ensures greater efficiency in the conduct of activities.

Given that the PCU also counts a Technical Programme Assistant,  National Technical Coordinators and part time technical consultants/experts to support the Regional Project Coordinator and Technical Advisor in its technical role, just like the Knowledge Management and Communications Specialist,  an Administrative and Financial Management Officer will support the Regional Project Coordinator and Technical Advisor on project management tasks, the time of the Regional Project Coordinator and Technical Advisor is divided into 11% project management and 89% technical coordination, which is an indicative distribution of his/her time that could vary depending on the realities and demands of the job in the implementation of project activities

Overall, the Regional Project Coordinator and Technical Advisor in its project management capacity will be responsible for project execution, must oversee that every activity is executed, in accordance with the required terms of quality, deadline completion and budget execution of the project, and will lead the delivery of the project’s expected results.   The Regional Project Co-ordinator will report to the EA. Specifically the Regional Project Co-ordinator will be responsible for:

Qualifications:

• A post graduate degree (Master level) in water resources management, environmental management/science/policy, natural resources management or related field.
• At least 15 years experience working on river basin management/water resource issues, including specifically leading/supervising the development of watershed/basin management plans;
• Demonstrated technical experience in wetland management and/or technical work in eco-hydrology is desirable.
• Demonstrated understanding of sustainable development, including financial and institutional sustainability.
• Experience working with stakeholders to promote sustainability and environmental awareness among diverse audiences. Specific experience working with institutions in charge of water/natural resources management from the beneficiary countries (Brazil/Bolivia/Paraguay) will be considered a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in project management at the international level.
• Familiarity with the goals and procedures of international organizations, in particular those of the GEF, UNEP and IDB and national and regional organizations involved in project activities.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary and/or cross-sector teams.
• Work experience in one or more of the participating countries and/or the Pantanal (or similar eco-hydrological systmens) – Upper Paraguay River Basin region.
• Excellent communications skills.
• Good computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Full written and oral command of Spanish, Portuguese, and English.

If you wish to apply for this position and meet the requirements go wwf.org.bo,  please send a cover letter indicating your motivation for this position and your salary expectations (indispensable) attaching your CV, including 3 job references by March 9, 2023 to the email: rh@wwfbolivia.org with the subject: GEF Pantanal Regional Project Coordinator.

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