TNC招聘项目经理1名（云南）

马桶

The Nature Conservancy


JOB DESCRIPTION


JOB TITLE:               PROJECT OFFICER


JOB FAMILY:           Conservation


WORK LOCATION:              Yunnan


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS


·         Bachelor’s degree and 3 years experience in natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience.


·         Experience communicating with the public and/or media both in writing and verbally.


·         Experience using common software applications such as Word, Excel, Web browsers, etc.


·         Experience performing physical work (if required).


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


Theproject officer develops, manages and advances conservation projects, plans and methods for TNC project sites in Yunnan. This may include one or more of the following functions:


·         Plans and directs conservation projects


·         Addresses critical threats to natural systems and individual species


·         Fosters cross-site learning among conservation community


·         Supplies ecoregional planning teams with information for site portfolios


·         Develops and implements conservation strategies


·         Coordinates community supports


·         Developing contracts for implementing the work plans


·         Be responsible for implementing management plan assigned


·         Coordinates visitation to the project sites


·         Provide assistance to the direct of Yunnan Program to deal with program management related issues.


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:


·         Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years experience in natural resource management or equivalent combination of education and experience.


·         Ability and willingness to apply science to decision-making and guide activities


·         Ability to communicate and work closely with scientists


·         Working with media and influential officials, especially governmental, to improve Conservancy programs’ outcomes


·         Knowledge of ecological  management principles


·         Knowledge of current trends and practices in conservation, and natural resource preservation


·         Experience in training and curriculum design.


·         Demonstrated experience communicating effectively with the public and/or media


·         Completing tasks independently with respect to timeline(s)


·         Managing time and diverse activities under deadlines while delivering quality results


·         Working knowledge of common software applications (e.g.; Word, Excel, Web browsers).


·         Excellent communication skills via written, spoken and graphical means in English and  Chinese


COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING:


·         Coordinates multiple projects with several variables, setting realistic deadlines and managing timeframes


·         Interprets guidelines, evaluates information and modifies processes to adapt to changing circumstances


·         Compiles data, resolves disparities, and modifies processes to generate plans


·         Resolves routine issues independently, consulting with supervisor to develop plans for resolution of complex and unusual problems


·         Cultivates and develops creative ideas to improve conservation strategies


·         Applies diversified knowledge of scientific principles and practices to a variety of assignments


·         Negotiates complex agreements in political environments


·         Identifies and disseminates lessons learned, best practices and methods, tools, consistencies and inconsistencies across plans


DISCRETION/LATITUDE/DECISION-MAKING:


·         Ability to make sound decisions for TNC is the following areas (legal, financial, conservation, reputation)


·         Makes independent decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment


·         Performs tasks with minimal supervision


RESPONSIBILITY/OVERSIGHT – FINANCIAL AND SUPERVISORY:


·         May supervise administrative and professional staff with responsibility for performance management, training and development.


·         May lead or monitor work groups consisting of staff, interns, and volunteers covering a wide geographic area


·         May need to gain cooperation from outside parties to accomplish program goals


·         Financial responsibility may include working within/managing a budget to complete projects, negotiating and contracting with vendors, assisting with budget development and meeting fundraising targets.


·         Ensures program compliance with internal policies and external requirements


COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:


·         Networks with diverse groups, including land owners, conservation partners, government officials, donors, board members and the general public to recruit support for the Conservancy and publicize Conservancy efforts


·         Provide a variety of information to staff and others, contributing to conservation projects and assisting workflow throughout the organization.


·         Work and communicate effectively with a diverse group of people, including scientists, preserve staff and others, providing and obtaining needed information


·         Collaborates with a wide range of conservation partners to identify research needs, present technical concepts at national or international conferences, and support fieldwork


·         Provides training for internal and external colleagues on ecological and conservational scientific principles


·         Ability to simplify and explain the principles of conservation science and practices to technical and non-technical audiences


·         Communicates strategic project goals and objectives.


WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:


The Conservation Practitioner IV may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain and under physically demanding circumstances. These conditions:


·         require considerable physical exertion and/or muscular strain


·         present frequent possibility of injury


·         require long hours in isolated settings


To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume in both English and Chinese to hrchina@tnc.org by Apr. 01, 2011.


The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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