NYANDUNGU ECO PARK _VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Nyandungu ECO-PARK, managed by QA VENUE SOLUTIONS RWANDA, is the Rwanda's first restored urban wetland transformed into an eco-park, it thrives with a variety of flora and fauna. To reinforce the management and operations of the park, QA Venue Solutions Rwanda is seeking to recruit suitable Rwandan candidates to fill below position for Nyandungu Eco Park. The candidates must be Rwandan, technically skilled and fulfilling the requirements of the following:
JOB TITLE: Wildlife and Habitat Restoration Officer (1)
RERORTING TO: Biodiversity and Research Manager
SCOPE OF THE JOB
Monitoring habitats, implementing conservation projects, managing sites, educating the public, and contributing to policy development, all with the goal of protecting and restoring wildlife and their environments at Nyandungu Eco Park
Duties and Key responsibilities (not exhaustive)
Develop and deliver habitat enhancement projects
- Develop and deliver long-term management plans for wildlife habitats.
- Plan, organize and implement site-based habitat enhancement projects
- Assess each project and identify best means of delivery: volunteers, contractors, or other partner.
- Ensure work is undertaken safely including the production of relevant risk assessments.
- Liaise with stakeholders such as partners, local communities and local wildlife groups to support the delivery of any projects.
- Work with and supervise contractors to deliver on-site habitat enhancement projects.
- Developing and implementing plans to protect and restore various ecosystems, including forests, wetlands, and marine environments.
- Monitoring biodiversity levels and identifying threats to ecosystems.
- Participating in habitat restoration projects.
- Incorporate and monitor issues regarding non-native species, and methods of control in any project planning.
- Implement biosecurity measures for all projects in line with Rwandan conservation law.
- Secure any relevant permissions for habitat management work.
Wildlife surveys and monitoring
- Organize and carry out targeted surveys of priority habitats within the Nyandungu Eco Park
- Organize and implement surveys to assess botanical condition of key habitats in Nyandungu Eco Park.
- Set up and implement ongoing site monitoring of wildlife habitats and associated species,
- Analyze survey results and site assessments and produce reports identifying biodiversity enhancement opportunities.
- Work with local experts including county recorders, and ecological consultants, to deliver more detailed wildlife surveys were required.
- Train volunteers or interns in survey techniques and methods including habitat condition assessments
- Input species, habitat, and environmental data into the database system and GIS when required.
- As part of the biodiversity team, report survey results to the stakeholders.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Minimum Education and Qualification Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Biodiversity Conservation and Natural Resources Management, Wildlife, Biodiversity Conservation or Management, Conservation Biology or other related fields.
- A strong understanding of biodiversity conservation principles and practices.
- Experience in ecosystem management, habitat restoration, or related fields.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of relevant Rwandan laws and regulations.
- Familiarity with GIS and other data management tools.
- Experience of 5 years minimum in protected area conservation, restoration, habitat, or research.
- communication and interpersonal skills.
- Creative and strategic thinking abilities.
- Strong analytical skills
- Good Conduct
Applications must include the following documents:
- Application cover letter addressed to the Country Director- QA Venue Solutions-Rwanda
- Curriculum vitae including your personal details, education level and any experience
- Name, address and telephone numbers of three (3) references
- Deadline: 20th May 2025
Submit your applications via email at the apply button below.
Please note that only candidates with the needed qualifications and relevant experience will be shortlisted.
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