Vacancy:Natural
Resources Management Policy Specialist NEW RTI International Consulting &
Strategy Dar es Salaam
Job Summary
The NRM
Policy Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the implementation of
USAID PROTECT’s policy research and advocacy component.
Minimum Qualification:
Masters Experience Level: Management level
Experience Length: 6 years
Job
Description
RTI International is an independent
organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research
that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000
people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of
multidisciplinary services
. RTI
International is seeking staff for the U.S Agency for International Development
(USAID) Promoting Tanzania’s Environment, Conservation, and Tourism (PROTECT)
project that addresses factors in Tanzania that threaten biodiversity
conservation and natural resource management.
USAID PROTECT is a 5-year activity that will
end in March 2020. We are recruiting a Natural Resources Management (NRM)
Policy Specialist who will be based in Dar es Salaam. The NRM Policy specialist
will be responsible for assisting with the implementation of the project’s
policy research and advocacy component. His/her tasks will include support an
implementation of policy advocacy and research activities under Activity 1:
Stronger Policy Research and Advocacy of the USAID PROTECT Project.
Key
responsibilities:
Collaborate in the development and timely
implementation of Policy, Research, and Advocacy (and cross-cutting) activities,
as identified in the USAID PROTECT workplan
Conduct activities that strengthen the
enabling conditions for improved management of Tanzania’s natural resources
Develop and support activities that promote research and analysis to better
inform policy makers, implementers, communities, and the donor community to
drive a more harmonized, integrated, and enabling environment for sustainable
NRM in Tanzania.
Produce high quality NRM information to inform
discussion and action at multiple levels of decision making Network with NRM
stakeholders and support advocacy efforts Liaise with Government of Tanzania in
the development, implementation, and monitoring of activities Deliver NRM
information, analysis, and recommendations as issues arise and as this information
is needed by decision makers and policy makers Identify, recruit, and manage
local consultants and subcontractors implementing technical activities under
Policy, Research, and Advocacy Provide in-depth reviews of project and
sub-awardee technical documents Provide monthly status updates on technical
implementation both verbally (i.e. staff meetings) and in written format (i.e.
monthly implementation plan, USAID PROTECT monthly and quarterly progress
reports, USAID PROTECT annual reports)
Develop success stories and other
communications materials highlighting key project achievements in collaboration
with the Communication Specialist Collect and analyze M&E data in
collaboration with the M&E and GIS Specialist Promote interactions and cross-team
exchanges through the mobilization of in-house expertise
Qualifications and Experience Requirements:
Minimum
Master’s Degree or equivalent in natural resources management, environmental
policies/law, or ecological sciences Minimum of 6 years of technical experience
in Natural Resources Management Policy, Research, and Advocacy Proven
experience in undertaking activities aimed at improving wildlife conservation,
protected area management (including community-based conservation), wildlife
laws, and policies Experience working with protected area authorities and
ministries managing environment and natural resources Ability to liaise and
coordinate effectively with officials within the Government of Tanzania USAID
donor experience, a plus Must be fluent in English, with strong report writing
ability
Skills
& Abilities:
Strong
interpersonal/relationship building skills Excellent knowledge of MS Word,
Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure
Ability to multi-task Ability to work independently and within matrix project
and program teams Attention to detail and accuracy
To
Apply: Email cover letter and CV to hr@tzprotect.org by 22nd June, 2018. Applicants must include the POSITION TITLE in
the subject line of the email. Please do
not attach copies of certificates. Only shortlisted applicants will be
contacted. RTI International does not
use agents or require any form of payment in the recruitment process. RTI
International is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V