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Intern, Forest Conservation Program

Vacancy #:	5670
Unit:	Forest and Grassland
Organisation:	International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:	North America Regional Office, Washington D.C., United States of America
Reporting to:	Senior Programme Coordinator, Locally Controlled Forestry and Primary Forests
Work percentage:	100%
Grade:	I
Expected start date:	15 July 2021
Type of contract:	Fixed-term (8 months)
Closing date:	29 June 2021

BACKGROUND

The incumbent will support the Senior Programme Coordinator and the Geospatial Analyst of the Forest Conservation Program (FCP) in developing a spatial index to understand the conservation and development benefits of the Stabilizing Land Use (PLUS) project at the landscape level. He or she will assist in reviewing technical documents, spatial data analysis, communications, and donor deliverables, and ensuring the timely coordination of activities and reports among IUCN and partner offices. In addition, the internship will allow the candidate to apply and advance his/her knowledge and research skills in evaluating the landscape transition brought by protected area governance and management.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a remote working position but may require the candidate to join meetings and events in person if needed. The incumbent will undertake the following tasks:

a)Assist in data collection/extraction from various resources, including published reports, field data, global maps, and regional participatory map reports from all the project countries (Ghana, Tanzania, DRC, and Uganda). It would entail synthesizing information from multiple sources into one database and coordinating with colleagues in regional and country offices of IUCN and other partner organizations.

b)Assist in the methodological development of the transition index development. It would require a literature review and supporting brainstorming exercise with regional colleagues to create a better roadmap for the mapping exercise.

c)Assist in data processing, analysis, data representation, and infographic material generation for the project and report publishing.

d)Assist in preparing technical notes, presentation, and hands-on materials data collection, processing, and analysis. It would also entail compiling stepwise procedures into a solid analytical method for the current and future research work.

e)Support the preparatory work on technical/position papers of the PLUS project.

f)Carry out any other relevant task as assigned by, and agreed with, the line manager.

ALLOWANCE
This position has an allowance of US$1500 per month for full-time dedication.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a current student (pursuing at least Bachelors, Masters preferred) or have obtained a degree within the past 12 months

• Availability to report for regular business hours (9 AM–5 PM, Mon-Fri)

• Affinity with the vision and mission of IUCN and a strong interest in nature conservation and sustainable development

• Pursuing or holding a relevant university degree relevant to natural resources management, geography, geospatial sciences, sustainable development, conservation science, ecology, etc.

• Strong GIS & remote sensing skills and proficiency

• Knowledge of forest governance/ management, landscape approach, and Protected area and biodiversity

• Good organizational, administrative, and reporting skills

• Ability to work independently and on multiple tasks simultaneously

• Ability to meet tight deadlines without compromising the quality of outputs

• Highly motivated to learn and develop new skills, keen to bring in own ideas

• A team player with a strong interest to work in an international environment

• Excellent writing and editing skills in English. Good knowledge of French and/or Spanish will be an asset.

APPLICATIONS

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About IUCN

IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.

Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.

IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.

Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.

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