Position: Rights & Communities Advisor
Report to: DCD in charge of Programs, DRC
Liaises with: National Safeguards Manager and Regional Rights & Communities team,
Location: Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
Country Program/Sector:Â WCS DRC Program
Start date:Â ASAP
Position Type: Full-time
Application deadline:Â April 01,2024
Expected travel: Local travel to field sites, sub-offices and Kinshasa.
Organization Background: Â
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a US non-profit, tax-exempt, private organization established in 1895 that saves wildlife and wild places by understanding critical issues, crafting science-based solutions, and taking conservation actions that benefit nature and humanity. With more than a century of experience, long-term commitments in dozens of landscapes, presence in more than 60 nations, and experience helping to establish over 150 protected areas across the globe, WCS has amassed the biological knowledge, cultural understanding, and partnerships to ensure that vibrant, wild places and wildlife thrive alongside local communities. Working with local communities and organizations, that knowledge is applied to address species, habitat, and ecosystem management issues critical to improving the livelihoods that depend on the direct utilization of natural resources.
Position Overview:Â
WCS DRC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Rights & Communities Advisor to support its rights-based approach to conservation efforts across the country. The successful candidate will be based in Goma and will work closely with teams in Okapi Wildlife Reserve, Kahuzi Biega National Park, and Kabobo Wildlife Reserve. Working closely with site-based Community Conservation technical staff, the primary responsibility of the position is to facilitate conflict mitigation initiatives through enabling environments that foster inclusive community engagement strategies that involve all relevant stakeholders, including civil society organizations, local partners, and Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
Key Responsibilities:Â
Qualifications:Â
How to apply
Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications, skills and experience, should apply through the application tab below by April 01,2024.
WCS is an equal opportunity employer 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.
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Competitive salary commensurate with experience
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