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Wildlife Trust of India
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Qualifications : A Master s degree in Wildlife Sciences/ Conservation biology/ Ecology/ Environmental Science is essential. A Ph. D. in a related subject in the field of Wildlife Sciences/ Conservation is desirable.
Work experience-
Minimum work experience of 12-15 years required in wildlife science, protected area management planning, wildlife corridor study, human-wildlife conflict mitigation and management, community engagement in conservation and training and capacity building of stakeholders in relevant subject.
Key Responsibilities :
- Guide team members in project implementation, provide technical support, develop project plans and activities focused on the ecological and sociological aspects of landscape management.
- Ensure project objectives related to protected area, habitat connectivity, landscape management and human wildlife conflict management are delivered to essential quality standards.
- Read, assimilate, analyse different management and working plans of protected areas and forests (English & local language) and provide input for improving the plans.
- Compile and review best practices in conservation and management of landscapes for biodiversity and ecosystem services, and assess the suitable ones for integration in protected area management plans/ territorial area working plans.
- Conduct need assessment, plan, design and administer training and capacity enhancement activities for forest department staff, community based institutions and volunteer networks.
- Plan project activities in conjunction with protected area authorities.
- Design studies, data collection protocols, conduct data analysis and prepare project deliverables
- Take lead in writing project reports, scientific papers, white papers, case studies on the project for circulation among the stakeholders.
Essential Qualities :
1.Candidate must have in-depth knowledge of protected area management in India and should have experience working with protected area authorities.
2.The candidate should have demonstrable knowledge and, or experience with various stakeholders in human-wildlife conflict management and wildlife corridor securement.
3.Candidate should be abreast of latest technical and scientific developments and publications in the field.
4.Working knowledge of GIS and local language is essential.
5.Ability to work in a team is highly desirable.
6.Preference will be given to a candidate having working experience on conservation issues in the Eastern Ghats/ Odisha.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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