Chemonics seeks a Biodiversity Conservation Specialist

Chemonics seeks a biodiversity conservation specialist for a USAID-funded
performance evaluation, based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The objective of the
performance evaluation is to provide USAID/Indonesia and the Indonesia
Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) an independent review of
progress to date of assistance provided by USAID to MMAF under the Marine
Resources Program and to guide the development of innovations and
adaptation of USAID's assistance in a dynamic environment. The evaluation
will be used in the short term by USAID and MMAF to modify ongoing
assistance, and in the longer term to plan future assistance strategy. We
are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in
the lives of people around the world.


The biodiversity conservation specialist will be responsible for the
aspects of the evaluation specifically focused on biodiversity conservation
and marine protected area management. The level of effort for this
assignment will be approximately 45 days, starting on or about January 7,
2013 through on or about February 28, 2013.

Qualifications:

· Strong expertise and experience in marine protected area
management, institutional development and strengthening complex
institutions in developing countries with minimum ten years experience

· Must demonstrate exceptional program leadership and management
skills as well as written and oral communications skills in English

· At least a Masters Degree in Biological Conservation, Marine
Ecology, Environmental management, or related discipline

Familiarity with the Indonesian political, social, and cultural context and
good communications skills in Bahasa Indonesia are a strong plus.

Application Instructions:

Send electronic submissions IMACSproject@gmail.com by December 31, 2012.
Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone
inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.