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The Forest and Grassland Team (FGT) at IUCN is responsible for developing and executing the global conservation program for forests and grasslands. This includes efforts in primary forest and native grassland conservation, ecosystem restoration on both area-based and landscape scales, and effective rangeland and drought reduction management. The team focuses on addressing threats such as climate change and large-scale deforestation by advocating and implementing practical solutions supported by scientific knowledge.
FGT is looking to hire a Programme Officer to support a portfolio of projects aligned with the team's vision and objectives. The role will primarily involve coordinating and delivering project management tasks, offering technical expertise, and facilitating partnerships. The incumbent will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful initiation and implementation of projects during the inception and early phases of the project cycle. The Programme Officer will also contribute to developing new project proposals and identifying and engaging with potential new donors. The incumbent is expected to proactively collaborate with IUCN colleagues globally and with external partners, members, and Commission Members. The Officer will support the team’s work with multiple partners such as governments, IUCN members, Commissions, and other partners that establish clear operational mandates for impact delivery, demonstrating the influence and demand-responsive nature of IUCN’s work to donors and investors.
The minimum gross annual salary for this position is EUR 46'160. While this is an indicative amount effective as of the current date, changes may occur as per IUCN's compensation practices without prior notice. The same applies to other organisations hosted by IUCN.
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT 1 / GMT 2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
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IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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Full Time
$58k-76k (estimate)
03/16/2024
05/15/2024