Ecologist
Location: Bulawayo
Basic job function
Implementing procedures for ecological monitoring and natural resource management for
application in project areas as well as plan and implement special projects within the
organisation ensuring that gender and HIV/AIDS related issues are an integral aspect for
such.
Main duties
- Design procedures and conduct resource inventories, evaluations, audits and
assessments for forest and woodland-based resources
- Supporting rural communities develop and implement Natural resources Management
(NRM) that contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation
- Facilitate development and implementation of adaptive management procedures for
natural resources management and utilization
- Design and implement ecological monitoring systems including determination and
monitoring of extraction rates and resource stocking levels for sustainable harvesting
regimes
- Developing procedures and implementing ecological impact evaluations
- Undertake livelihood analysis for forest based enterprises
- Compile and distribute as appropriate, clear and concise technical progress reports by
agreed dates
- Prepare for and facilitate appropriate training in community based natural resources
management
- Organize, conduct and participate in meetings and workshops on sustainable use of
natural resources.
Qualifications and requirements
- BSc. Degree in Biological Sciences, Ecology, Environment, Rural Development or Natural
Resources Management
- 3 years relevant working experience after graduation plus experience in statistical
analysis, and natural resource management. Hands on experience in community
development work and GIS mapping will be an added advantage
- Working knowledge of Shona/Ndebele and Shangaan is an advantage
To apply
Please send your application and CV to email address: info@safire.co.zw
Application deadline: 6 December 2013
