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Programme Officer
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The IUCN EIT (formerly Business and Biodiversity Programme) was established in 2003 to influence and support private partners in addressing environmental and social issues. The Programme's work is led by a Business Engagement Strategy, approved by the IUCN Council, to engage the business sectors that have a significant impact on natural resources and livelihoods.
The P1 will provide support to the EIT in order to help the team design, develop and implement its portfolio of projects and the development of tools and approaches. In particular, he/she will produce background research and information analysis and synthesis, carry out project design, project management, relationship management, and outreach and engagement activities aimed at ensuring that IUCN’s work with the private sector is coordinated and delivered effectively.
• Development of tailored guidelines for the design and implementation of holistic programs/projects
• Conduct desk research and analysis to support implementation of EIT extractive sector projects
• Support the design and content management of websites detailing IUCN’s extractive sector focused work
• Develop agendas and support convening meetings and webinars to support implementation of EIT’s extractive sector projects
• Develop communication materials to promote IUCN’s work with the extractive sectors
• Support the organization and delivery of awareness raising and capacity building activities related to IUCN’s work with the extractives sector
• Carry out any other relevant task as assigned by the line manager.
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• • An advanced university degree in a subject relevant to natural resources management, geography, international development, conservation science, environmental policy; • • At 3 to 5 years relevant work or research experience, ideally in a relevant field; • • Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail; Experience in online research and literature reviews; Experience in analysis and synthesis of large information volume; Excellent written and spoken English and French is essential for this position. • •A demonstrable commitment to using the opportunity of the position as a platform for professional development; A strong aptitude and ability to communicate both informally (interpersonal skills and networking) and formally; • • Ability to work independently and deliver quality products within agreed deadlines; • • Experience (either in a professional or academic setting) related to the role of business in biodiversity conservation; • • Experience in organising events and experience working in a cross-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment. • • Eligibility to live and work in Switzerland; |
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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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