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JOB DESCRIPTION

Organization name: Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) – Thailand Program

Organization Profile:

"The Wildlife Conservation Society, founded in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society, WCS is a New York-based not-for-profit organization that operates global conservation research through science, supports wildlife management and training programs in Thailand and over 60 other countries worldwide. WCS Thailand Program has been established since 1997; we are working closely with the Thai government and in cooperated with several academic institutes as well as local and international private organizations to achieve its mission to strengthen the science-based conservation principle, in order to preserve the intact wildlife and wild place in Thailand.”

BACKGROUND:

Wildlife trafficking is having a devastating effect on many species across the globe. Elephants, big cats, rhinos, pangolins, parrots, freshwater turtles and tortoises all face significant threats from trafficking due to the demand for them and their parts, fueled by other factors including weak governance and corruption. Wildlife trafficking undermines local livelihoods, promotes the spread of zoonotic diseases, weakens the rule of law, exacerbates corruption, provides revenue for violent armed groups and organized crime syndicates, and is recognized as a global security threat. Wildlife trafficking is a low risk, high profit opportunity for criminals. There is insufficient capacity among law enforcement agencies and officers, a lack of strategic, intelligence-led action against poachers and traffickers, low political commitment to address wildlife trafficking and corruption within the agencies. WCS’s approach across Asia and globally embodies a long-term institutional commitment to CWT and the protection of landscapes critical for biodiversity. We have strong government relationships and a wealth of experience striving to stop wildlife trafficking in source, transit, and consumer countries around the world and we work with our government partners to address these challenges. WCS is achieving success at some sites across Asia and there is an opportunity to have greater impact if our efforts are better coordinated and grounded with law enforcement expertise.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The Counter Wildlife Trafficking Project Coordinator will coordinate the implementation of all counter wildlife trafficking work for WCS Thailand, working under the supervision of the Conservation Program Manager and working in close collaboration with the CWT & Site Protection Analyst, in addition to a range of government and non-government partners.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the planning and implementation of all counter wildlife trafficking activities for WCS Thailand and support the development of the CWT project in Thailand
• Lead the organization of workshops, trainings and other events with government agencies, including coordinating Leahy vetting as required
• Develop annual project work plans, concepts or outlines for CWT activities
• Assist in developing annual budgets for the CWT project and monitor implementation and expenditure
• Assist in drafting of technical reports, donor reports, funding proposals and communications outputs as needed
• Assist in reviewing and providing technical input to development of strategies, policy, curriculum materials and other key deliverables as required
• Assist in maintaining good relationships/partnerships with key ministries, agencies and subnational government, including the DNP (CITES Management Authority), Police (Royal Thai Police), Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Customs, and provincial departments and any other relevant agencies
• Maintain good relationships/partnerships with NGOs and other organizations involved in counter wildlife trafficking
• Liaise with staff from other country programs as needed to develop reports, proposals, and share best-practice, experiences and lessons learned
• Receive training and capacity development from WCS as required to fulfill this role
• Assist with all other counter-wildlife trafficking activities as required

Required skills and experience:

• Good coordination, communication, organization and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience of working with government and NGOs
• Background in providing and organizing workshops and trainings
• Excellent English skills, including spoken, written, reading and listening
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as required by the work
• Ability to work independently with remote oversight and under pressure, and to set own work priorities as appropriate with a capacity to meet deadlines;
• A willingness and ability to travel to project sites, which may include research in remote locations;

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum master degree in a relevant field such as biology, environment and laws;
• Excellent English language skills;
• 1-3 years working with law enforcement agencies in Thailand or an NGO/INGO/international organization;
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and familiarity with databases and data analysis;
• Verified track record working with relevant government agencies and other partners on biodiversity conservation and/or wildlife trade;

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of, and/or previous work experience in the conservation/environmental sector and/or the development sector or within a law enforcement agency;
• Knowledge of illegal trafficking of wildlife or other black market commodities (e.g. humans, narcotics, weapons);
• Knowledge of government institution, national wildlife legislation and cross-agency cooperation mechanism.

REPORTS TO:

• Conservation Program manager

Application Process:

Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications should apply by online via this link: xxxxx  latest by 17:30 of XX November, 2019.

WCS is an equal opportunity employer and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value.

The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on age, color, disability, gender identify, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by laws and regulations.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.