Head of biomonitoring and research – garoua
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Description du poste
Description
Head of Biomonitoring and Research, North Cameroon(REPOSTED)Cameroon
Global Conservation Full-Time
GLOBAL CONSERVATION
Job Description
Position: Head of Biomonitoring and Research, North Cameroon.
Supervision: Landscape Director Bouba Ndjidda - Bénoué.
Location : Garoua (North, Cameroon)
Job type: Full time, open to all nationalities.
Missions / Responsabilités / Activités
Responsibilities
Development and implementation of the BN-B Landscape Research and Ecological Monitoring (R&EM) Department strategy:
Development and implementation of the BN-B Landscape Research and Ecological Monitoring (R&EM) Department strategy:
- Develop and implement the R&SE department strategy in line with the BN-B landscape conservation strategy (over 5 years).
- Participate in BSB Scientific Committee meetings, facilitate and coordinate approved scientific research activities.
- Work with existing teams to develop appropriate research methods for priority research areas as defined by the Scientific Committee.
- Develop and implement the PBN-B R&SE department's annual work plan.
- Monitor and evaluate the R&SE Department's strategy and annual work plan in collaboration with the PBN-B Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team.
- In collaboration with partners and the Ecole de Faune de Garoua, and possibly other academic institutions with the requisite skills, to set up regular archiving of ecological monitoring data and ensure that research results are put to good use.
- Proactively identify R&SE opportunities and partnerships for PBN-B.
- Manage PBN-B R&SE department equipment
- Participate in PBN-B's monthly and quarterly planning.
- Draw up and implement an action plan to strengthen the R&SE department's capacity: recruit, train and supervise staff.
- In collaboration with other departments, develop and supervise activities to raise awareness among local populations of biodiversity conservation issues and human/wildlife conflicts.
- Prepare Terms of Reference (TOR) and budget forecasts for the R&SE department's activities and contribute to enriching the TORs of other relevant departments to ensure the R&SE department's involvement in PB&B's cross-cutting objectives.
- Oversee the production of periodic activity reports for the PB&B R&SE department.
- Supervise and develop research projects (scientific articles, academic research, etc.).
- Under the supervision of WCS scientific bodies and in relation with conservation departments and partners, support the implementation of the ecological monitoring strategy set out in the management plans, define and propose ecological monitoring methodologies and protocols adapted to conservation objectives/strategies:
- Monitoring, analysis and communication of remote sensing data using satellite geolocation collars and camera trapping.
- Monitoring, analysis and communication of aerial and pedestrian survey data
- Support for the coordination of the activities of the Anti-Poaching Department (LAB) and the Aviation Department of PBN-B
- Monitoring, analysis and communication of changes in PBN-B's vegetation cover
- Monitoring, analysis and communication of changes in the abiotic environment
- Monitoring, analysis and communication of anthropogenic activities, including data on sport hunting in PBN-B ZICs
- Monitoring, analysis, communication and management of human/wildlife conflicts in and around BN-B Landscape.
- Monitoring, analysis, communication and management of developments in BN-B Landscape.
- In collaboration with the GIS Officer based at the National Coordination office in Yaoundé, administer GIS-related applications and exploit ecological monitoring data from various information sources, build up and feed databases.
- Supervise the production of cartographic and ecological monitoring data by/for the various project needs.
Compétences / Exigences / Qualités
Expected results:
- The ecological and ecosystem interests of BN-B Landscape are monitored, analyzed and communicated, encouraging conservation efforts.
- Research and ecological monitoring methodologies and standards are developed, validated and implemented
- The ecological monitoring strategy for the PB&B is developed, validated and implemented.
- R&SE department activity reports produced in accordance with WCS and partner requirements
- Thematic mapping of fauna, vegetation cover, human activities and other relevant indicators is updated, archived and communicated as required by WCS and its partners.
- The production of reports on the evolution of vegetation cover and wildlife damage is archived and communicated according to the requirements of WCS and its partners.
- The production and publication of scientific articles and university dissertations/theses are managed according to the requirements of WCS and its partners.
- Master's degree required, PhD preferred, in science and environment / protected area management / wildlife management / geographic information systems management or any other relevant discipline.
- At least 5 years' experience in natural resources or wildlife management in Africa, working in an international organization with responsibility for at least 15 employees.
- Good knowledge of ecological monitoring methods and tools, and of terrestrial wildlife inventory techniques.
- Good knowledge of GIS and remote sensing tools, proficiency in GIS administration and use of GIS software and packages, and geographic information management techniques.
- Computer skills, particularly in specific software for processing and analyzing wildlife inventory data and producing thematic wildlife maps (SMART, EarthRanger, DISTANCE, R, ArcGIS/QGIS).
- Mastery of databases and metadata management through integration and reproduction.
- Autonomous and rigorous in work organization .
- Ability to lead a team.
- Good knowledge of the political and socio-economic context of protected areas, with demonstrated openness and sensitivity to the socio-cultural environment in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Excellent writing and communication skills in French and English, with a track record of producing recognized scientific articles.
- Ability to adapt, be efficient, enthusiastic and diplomatic in a complex and demanding environment; willingness to spend extended periods in the field in sometimes rudimentary conditions.
Profil du candidat
» Niveau d'expérience: Senior
» Années d'expérience: Entre 5 ans et 8 ans
» Niveau Académique Minimum: Master
» Années d'expérience: Entre 5 ans et 8 ans
» Niveau Académique Minimum: Master
Documents de candidature
» Curriculum Vitae
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Instructions de candidature
Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications, skills and experience, should apply through the application tab below by November 31, 2024, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis .
