The consulting company, DAI, is managing a USAID-sponsored program for Orangutan conservation and is recruiting Forest Policy Specialist for its Jakarta office. The Forest Policy Specialist is a National position.
Responsibilities will include:1) Monitoring evolving forest policy initiatives within the Ministries of Forestry and Environment; 2) Developing and implementing an outreach strategy with government officials related to forest conservation and endangered species policy, illegal logging, international trade of wildlife, community rights, and sustainable forest management; 3) Liaison with government officials in order to gain support for orangutan conservation; 4) Sharing information on conservation of orangutan with other stakeholders and developing a coordinated approach to impact policy reform.
Qualifications: A university degree in Forestry and at least five years related work experience. Strong background in policy coordination and liaison with government required. Good interpersonal skills and fluency in English, both written and spoken, a plus.
Please send cover letters and CVs to the Recruitment Officer at recruitment.ocsp@gmail.com not later than June 27, 2008. Only short listed candidates will be notified. No telephone inquires will be accepted
Orangutan Conservation Services Program (OCSP) www.theworldiswatching.info
