Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare field implementation plans for ongoing programmes and projects in the BBS complex.
• Collect data on wildlife movement and dispersals, status of Human Wildlife Conflict (HWC) and preparing plans to mitigate HWC
• Prepare documents on best practices from previous projects and provide recommendations on interventions.
• Visit and consult with local communities on the proposed interventions.
• Carry out surveys to compare the baseline data, data after interventions and set key performance indicators.
• Organise capacity building sessions for park officials, implementing partners and other key stakeholders.
• Regularly visit the project implementation site and collect data from the field to feed into reports in compliance with the project needs.
• With guidance from FPO/PO and in consultation with Human Wildlife Coexistence champions (HWCx) prepare a clear and concise plan with set targets and timeline for HWCx to implement in the field.
• Participate in meetings held at community levels and report on progress.
• Finalise the HWC mitigation and livelihood restoration plan.
• Prepare draft content to feed into monthly highlights, challenges and priorities and plans for the next month.
• Provide technical support in implementing project activities to relevant stakeholders.
• Carry out any other activities as assigned by the line manager..

Person Specification:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (Environment science/management, forestry, wildlife, natural resource management or other relevant discipline)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with good track record in programme and project implementation and/or management
• Basic knowledge and skills in biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihood programmes
• Good socio-economic research and facilitation skills
• Basic understanding of the socio-political context of Nepal, specifically of the western lowland region
• Familiarity with the relevant policies and laws regarding communities’ use of natural resources, tenure system, forestry, and wildlife conservation motivators
• Proficiency in oral and written English, including a demonstrated track record in content creation and ability to communicate effectively.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken Nepali language is required.

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