TRAFFIC is the leading non-governmental organisation working globally on trade in wild animals and plants in the context of both biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. TRAFFIC in Viet Nam works closely with consumer groups, CSOs, and the government, providing critical information on the impacts of trade, motivating efforts to increase the environmental sustainability of trade in wild species, and helping to improve enforcement of international wildlife trade controls.
Since its establishment in 2000, TRAFFIC has made a significant impact in Viet Nam. The Office has successfully implemented small to large-scale projects addressing various aspects of wildlife and timber trade, with a focus on timber trafficking, legality, and sustainability issues. These projects, funded by various government agencies and international organisations, have contributed significantly to improving forest governance, promoting sustainable timber trade, and enhancing law enforcement in the forestry sector in Vietnam and the region.

The Project Officer will be responsible for implementing the INL-funded "Timber Trace" project within the TRAFFIC Vietnam Office. The role requires a dynamic individual capable of working on multiple projects that contribute to TRAFFIC's mission of ensuring that the wildlife trade is not a threat to the conservation of nature. This position will work closely with project partners, including law enforcement and government agencies and coordinate with the Senior Program Officer and other team members at TRAFFIC Vietnam & TRAFFIC Global Offices to ensure effective project implementation.

“Timber Trace: Boosting Enforcement and Transparency in Combatting Timber Trafficking in Southeast Asia”

SPECIFIC DUTIES

The main duties of the position will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Effectively implement all aspects of the Project, including training courses, workshops and meetings;
• Monitor project budgets and timelines, flagging any potential issues to the Senior Program Officer.
• Prepare regular project reports, including the periodic and final technical reports for the donor
• Provide technical input and logistical support to project activities
• and projects as requested;
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant law enforcement/government counterparts and other project partners;
• Coordinate with team members and partners in project-targeted countries;
• Support communications efforts which help to enhance visibility and promote project achievements
• Attend team meetings providing updates on project progress and liaise/communicate with the team to streamline the wide range of project efforts;
• Ensure regular reporting of activities and project progress to senior management and INL
• Undertake translation of documents between Vietnamese to English as needed;
• Perform other tasks as required by the Office Director and Senior Programme Officer.