Project Officer – Pride of Amboseli (PoA) at Duma works

Roles and responsibilities:

• Take a leading role in the project’s research, monitoring and evaluation under the guidance and supervision of PoA Manager
• Collect data, analyse and ensure its safe custody of the same, including regular audit and archiving of data.
• Assist in preparation of scientific publications, conference presentations and other communications of project findings and recommendations.
• Contribute to effective and up-to-date communication and visibility of project activities.
• Assist with the planning and design and undertake survey initiatives.
• Assist in preparation of various written outputs, e.g., draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications, etc.
• Contribute to evaluating and documenting key learnings and best practices from research findings & recommendations.
• Participate in the documentation of key project milestones for publication.
• Perform other duties as may be required and assigned by the PoA Manager.

Qualifications and competencies

• A Master’s degree level or equivalent experience in Wildlife Management or Natural Resources Management or environment related discipline with five years’ experience in a similar area.
• Must have sound knowledge and understanding of conservation issues in the context of community livelihoods.
• Proficiency in both ecological and social survey and monitoring techniques.
• Must have skills in data collection tools, data collection, handling, and management.
• Ability to apply judgment in the context of assignments given, plan own work, and manage conflicting priorities.
• Ability to speak and write English clearly and effectively.
• Must be able to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies.
• A thorough understanding and experience of the Amboseli ecosystem.
• Must be a member of and residing in Olgulului/Olorashi, Eselenkei or Mailwa group ranches.