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Participatory Forest Management Project Manager, Mpwapwa District

Submitted by Website Officer on 20 May 2008 - 10:33am
Organization: 
Tanzania Forest Conservation Group
Deadline: 
14 June 2008
The Tanzania Forest Conservation Group (TFCG) is a non-governmental organisation promoting the conservation of high biodiversity forests in Tanzania. TFCG operates a participatory forest management programme in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. This includes a project in the Rubeho Mountains (Mpwapwa District). TFCG is looking for a dynamic and experienced person for immediate deployment to lead a project in the Rubeho Mountains. Essential Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in forestry, natural resource management or other relevant discipline;
  • At least 3 years project management experience in the fields of participatory / community- natural resources management;
  • Experience of working with NGOs and local communities in natural resources management;
  • The ability to work to tight deadlines, a proven ability to produce high quality reports in project administration is essential;
  • The post holder must have a good understanding of conservation issues, excellent skills and be familiar with various computer software packages.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English is essential and a good knowledge of the project added advantage.  
Duties The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of activities relating forest management, research, community development and environmental education. closely with a range of stakeholders including communities, local government and scientists. Duration The contract term will last for 12 months with a possibility to renew.
How to Apply: 

Qualified candidates should send in applications including detailed CV, contacts of two
referees to:

Personnel Officer - REAP,
Tanzania Forest Conservation Group
P.O Box 23410 Dar es Salaam
Email: tfcg@tfcg.or.tz and cmeshack@tfcg.or.tz
Closing date for applications is 15th June 2008.
Short-listed candidates will be informed of the interview date by July 1st 2008. Applicants
received communication by this date should consider their application unsuccessful.