IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law
Programme Coordinator – Central Asia
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REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- Advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in environmental policy, conservation, natural resource management, international development, or a related field
- At least 7 years of professional experience in programme management and coordination in an international context, in particular in Central Asia context
- Proven experience in fundraising and proposal development for institutional and philanthropic donors
- Experience working on wildlife trade, biodiversity conservation, or environmental policy
Skills and Competencies
- Strong programme and portfolio management skills, including planning, monitoring, and delivery oversight
- Line management skills and experience
- Demonstrated ability to develop proposals and secure funding from a range of donors
- Strong understanding of international policy frameworks (e.g. CITES, CBD, CMS, SDGs)
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to operate strategically while managing operational priorities
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Language Skills
- Excellent written and spoken English
- Writing and speaking in at least one language from the region is highly desirable
Other
- Willingness to travel internationally, including to/within Central Asia
- Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
- Candidates must have the right to live and work in the location of the TRAFFIC office to be situated. We are unable to provide work permits for this position.
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SUPERVISION
The Programme Coordinator will provide line management to Programme Manager – Central Asia and other staff and consultants, as delegated by the line manager.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
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