ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

USAID/Bolivia’s Environmental Strategic Objective Team (ENV SOT) is seeking the long-term services of a Bolivian National to fill the position as an A.I.D. Project Development Assistance Specialist

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree relevant to natural resources and environmental management is required. An advanced degree (masters or Ph.D.), or similar on-the-job experience in some aspect of natural resources management, is preferred.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible professional experience designing, managing, and/or monitoring development and/or conservation programs.
• Level IV (fluent) in English and Spanish language are required. The ability to communicate well is the key to working as a Team, both in writing and orally. Ability to speak one of the indigenous languages relevant to the Office of Environment’s programs may be given preference.
• Thorough understanding of the historical, political, and social context for development in Bolivia. In addition, the incumbent will have a thorough understanding of the organizations and respective roles entities involved in environmental aspects of sustainable development, including the Government of Bolivia (GOB, including national, regional, and local branches), civil society (including indigenous groups, communities, NGOs, foundations, private sector enterprises, academic institutions, etc.), and other donors (multi/bi-lateral, as well as international environmental NGO's).
• Proven success working as a member of a team, including excellent communication skills, the ability to receive and give feedback, and an understanding of how to weave different individual working styles into effective team work.
• Technical expertise and strong analytical skills in an area related to the management of renewable natural resources. Expertise in natural resources management, biodiversity conservation, and/or protected area management is preferred. Must have excellent computer’s skills..
• Strong work references.

Candidates meeting these requirements should submit, in English, a cover letter, an updated Application for Employment (Form SF 171 or OF 612), an updated CV and a brief statement regarding any additional qualifications. Closing date is February 9, 2007. at 5.pm.
Please visit our webpage under: http://www.usaidbolivia.org.bo, for detailed information on this recruitment, forms, and how to apply.

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