Coordinator, Mangroves for the Future
IUCN, the International Union for Conservation of Nature, is now looking to recruit a Coordinator, Mangroves for the Future (MFF), Asia who will be based in Bangkok, Thailand. The Coordinator will oversee all aspects of the work and further development of the Secretariat, ensuring that it operates efficiently and effectively in relation to the activities and outputs set out in the MFF Phase 2 programme.
Launched in December 2007, Mangroves for the Future (MFF) is a multi-agency, multi-country initiative for the long-term conservation and sustainable management of coastal ecosystems such as mangroves, coral reefs, wetlands, forests, lagoons, estuaries, beaches and sandy shores. MFF provides a platform, which brings together the efforts of different countries, sectors and agencies under a common goal -to conserve and restore ecosystems to sustain human livelihoods, increase resilience and reduce vulnerability among coastal communities. The initiative involves collaboration between multiple partners, including government agencies, NGOs and CBOs, research institutes and universities, UN agencies and other multilateral bodies, and the Private Sector.
MFF Phase 2 places priority on capacity development at national level, while demonstrating the added value of taking a regional approach through initiatives to address common or emerging issues, particularly those related to climate change.
The salary for this position is in the range of USD 5'102 to USD 6'378 per month depending on the years of experience and qualifications of the candidate with comprehensive international health & life insurance, and other benefits.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (For full details, please visit https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index.cfm?event=vac.show&vacId=231)
1.Providing oversight and coordinating the work of the Regional Secretariat for the Mangroves for the Future (MFF) initiative, including supervision of full time and temporary staff;
2.Managing and reporting on the utilisation of financial resources with due probity and oversight;
3.Ensuring administrative and technical support is provided to the Regional Steering Committee (RSC) of MFF;
4.Acting as a focal point between IUCN and governments of the countries involved in MFF and support capacity development at national level through the regional cooperation framework of MFF;
5.Facilitating and coordinating the provision of external technical assistance to MFF projects and the RSC;
6.Overseeing the review and quality assurance of technical outputs from MFF.
REQUIREMENTS:
•At least 10 years of professional experience in a subject relevant to natural resources management/sustainable development, preferably in tropical coastal zones and/or coastal and marine ecosystems with at least 5 years of senior management experience;
•Masters degree or Ph.D. in a subject related to conservation and development;
•Should have demonstrated technical expertise in planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of large, multi-partner, regional programmes and projects. Should also have proven ability of writing grant proposal, fundraising and financial management;
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to lead multicultural and multidisciplinary teams and inspire staff and partners;
•Strong personal diplomacy and discretion;
•Ability to cope with varied workload and flexible working hours;
•Proficiency in MS Office(Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)is a must;
•Previous working experience with an international or inter-governmental agency is a distinct advantage and;
•The position would require frequent travel across Asia.
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).
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs.
Launched in December 2007, Mangroves for the Future (MFF) is a multi-agency, multi-country initiative for the long-term conservation and sustainable management of coastal ecosystems such as mangroves, coral reefs, wetlands, forests, lagoons, estuaries, beaches and sandy shores. MFF provides a platform, which brings together the efforts of different countries, sectors and agencies under a common goal -to conserve and restore ecosystems to sustain human livelihoods, increase resilience and reduce vulnerability among coastal communities. The initiative involves collaboration between multiple partners, including government agencies, NGOs and CBOs, research institutes and universities, UN agencies and other multilateral bodies, and the Private Sector.
MFF Phase 2 places priority on capacity development at national level, while demonstrating the added value of taking a regional approach through initiatives to address common or emerging issues, particularly those related to climate change.
The salary for this position is in the range of USD 5'102 to USD 6'378 per month depending on the years of experience and qualifications of the candidate with comprehensive international health & life insurance, and other benefits.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (For full details, please visit https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index.cfm?event=vac.show&vacId=231)
1.Providing oversight and coordinating the work of the Regional Secretariat for the Mangroves for the Future (MFF) initiative, including supervision of full time and temporary staff;
2.Managing and reporting on the utilisation of financial resources with due probity and oversight;
3.Ensuring administrative and technical support is provided to the Regional Steering Committee (RSC) of MFF;
4.Acting as a focal point between IUCN and governments of the countries involved in MFF and support capacity development at national level through the regional cooperation framework of MFF;
5.Facilitating and coordinating the provision of external technical assistance to MFF projects and the RSC;
6.Overseeing the review and quality assurance of technical outputs from MFF.
REQUIREMENTS:
•At least 10 years of professional experience in a subject relevant to natural resources management/sustainable development, preferably in tropical coastal zones and/or coastal and marine ecosystems with at least 5 years of senior management experience;
•Masters degree or Ph.D. in a subject related to conservation and development;
•Should have demonstrated technical expertise in planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting of large, multi-partner, regional programmes and projects. Should also have proven ability of writing grant proposal, fundraising and financial management;
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to lead multicultural and multidisciplinary teams and inspire staff and partners;
•Strong personal diplomacy and discretion;
•Ability to cope with varied workload and flexible working hours;
•Proficiency in MS Office(Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)is a must;
•Previous working experience with an international or inter-governmental agency is a distinct advantage and;
•The position would require frequent travel across Asia.
How to apply
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System by clicking at https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index.cfm?event=vac.show&vacId=231, and pressing the "Apply" button.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).
Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: http://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs.
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