Field Officer – IKI CBA / FLR, Vilankulos, Inhambane, Mozambique

Vacancy #: 6782
Unit: ESARO Mozambique Programme
Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location: Mozambique Country Office, Maputo, Mozambique
Reporting to: Programme Manager- Mozambique Country Office
Work percentage: 100%
Grade: A3
Expected start date: 01 May 2024
Type of contract: Fixed-term (24 months)
Closing date: 04 April 2024

BACKGROUND

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A LOCALLY RECRUITED POSITION

BACKGROUND;

The IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) runs a number of Regional and Country based projects. Some
of these projects include provincial and district-based sub offices and Knowledge Hubs. The project teams and the Knowledge
Hubs work together with IUCN Academy and the Provincial Directorates of (1) Agriculture and Artisanal Fisheries, (2)
Environment and Territorial Development and (3) Ministry of Science, Technology, and higher Education. They link to the
central level via the respective Ministries and/or National Funds and Agencies.

To strengthen the project implementation team and the overall integration of projects into the programme and in the Hub, IUCN
Mozambique seeks to recruit a Field Officer, to be based in Vilankulos, and support the activities of the IKI funded Community
based Adaptation project, which will cover the districts of Mabote, Govuro, Inhassoro and Vilankulos. This will be a local
recruitment and the position will be located in the Vilankulos IKI CBA sub-Office, with travel in the intervened districts
requested. This is a full-time position for the 2024-2025 period, with possible extensions within the project period, depending on
good deliverables and evaluation.
The Field Officer will be integrated in the wider project regional team and IUCN Mozambique Country Office. She/he will support
the teams visiting Vilankulos, the meetings to be organized, the collaboration with local implementing partners and the
collection, filling, and processing of information to the project manager.

To strengthen the project implementation team and the overall integration of projects into the programme and in the Hub, IUCN
seeks to recruit a Field Project Officer, to be based in Vilankulos, and support the activities of the IKI funded CBA project, which
will cover the districts of Mabote and Zinave National Park, Govuro, Inhassoro and Vilankulos. This will be a local recruitment
and the position will be located in Vilankulos with travel in the intervened districts as requested. This is a full-time position for
the 2024-2027 period.

The Field Officer will be integrated in the wider project regional team and IUCN Mozambique Country Office. She/he will support
the teams visiting Inhambane, the meetings to be organized, the collaboration with local implementing partners and the
collection, filling and processing of information to the project manager. The Project Officer will also assist in the functioning of
the Knowledge Hub and the Communication for Development Team.

JOB DESCRIPTION

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Field Officer will work under the supervision and guidance of the Programme Manager, Mozambique. The major role of the
Field Officer will be to establish strong coordination and linkages amongst all the major stakeholders in the field / district and at
the regional level to ensure that program activities are implemented successfully. The Field Officer will be responsible for
managing the field-level program implementation and for achievement of the field level outputs.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Set up and manage the project office at field level in accordance with the project work plan and supported by the project team
and Programme manager.
Coordinate the implementation of project activities at field level as per the project document as well as the annual work plan and

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budget.
Maintain close coordination with the counterpart authorities, Implementing partners and local actors in planning,
implementation, and monitoring of project activities.
Support the production and sharing of project reports to the MCO.
Establish linkages with other initiatives at the field level that the IPs and donors have in the region.
Ensure a coordinated and collaborative approach at field-level in implementing project interventions.
Assist the Program Manager in organizing various workshops, trainings, and meetings.
Update and report to the Program Manager on a regular basis about the progress and constraints and try to resolve
implementation problems, if any, in consultation with advice/guidance of the Program Manager.
Act as a field level representative of the Program Manager and of IUCN during project meetings and external events.
Supervise the activities of field-based community enterprises including administrative work.
Prepare annual work plan, quarterly progress report, annual progress report and other plans as required and ensure timely
submission to the Program Manager.
Support the development, coordination, and supervision of ocean/ blue venture enterprises to operate as desired.
Support data collection and monitoring of project activities at field level.
Assist the Program Manager on coordination, facilitation, and supervision of subcontracts/consultants in the field.
Represent IUCN at relevant events when requested.
Perform any other duties as may be required.

REQUIREMENTS

• POSITION REQUIREMENTS;

Education;
Degree in environmental sciences, business administration, sustainable development or any other discipline that is relevant
to nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.

Work Experience;
3 years of sound working experience in the field of community development, environment, or project management
A good understanding of community development and expertise in self-reliant and participatory development process.
A track record of working with District governments, fisheries groups, natural resources management groups, women, and
youth groups.
Experience in working with climate disaster reduction teams.
Able and willing to travel frequently.
Computer literate and knowledge of GIS systems.

Language Proficiency;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Portuguese.

COMPETENCIES:

Core Competencies;
Transparency: Able to build trust and contribute to informed and responsible decision making by carrying out the work of
IUCN in a transparent manner; provides clear guidance to ensure that objectives and desired measurable results are
understood by members of the team.
Inclusiveness: Understands and accepts cultural diversity, and provide a tolerant, positive and supportive working
environment that fosters respect for diversity, demonstrates ability to work in a multicultural, multiethnic environment and to
maintain effective working relations with people of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.
Professionalism: Promote the organization’s interests, objectives, and values in a diligent and professional manner.
Accountability: Takes responsibility of individual and collective actions, promotes the IUCN One Programme approach.

Functional Competencies;
Adheres to IUCN ESARO core values of Transparency, Inclusiveness, Professionalism and Accountability
Excellent report writing skill.
A strong delivery-oriented work ethic with the ability to meet competing demands and challenging timelines.
Computer literacy in relation to office applications (word processing, spreadsheets, power point) use of internet and online
communication tools
Demonstrates strong leadership and people -management experience including supervision of staff, consultants and
coordination of programme/projects teams in a multi-disciplinary environment and effective management of virtual team
settings.
Must be strategic thinker, highly motivated, results driven and able to energize and motivate teams.
Excellent interpersonal skills to support building networks and partnerships.
Must be a strong team player with proven communication and diplomacy skills and ability to work effectively with
multicultural environment displaying sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Committed to continuous learning, proactive and mature attitude towards self-development.
Willing to travel and work in rural areas frequently within Mozambique.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and
pressing the "Apply" button at:

https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/6782

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 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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