International Environmental Programs

Issue Dated July 25, 2008

 
SOCIAL SCIENTIST
WASHINGTON, DC

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation organization, seeks a Social 
Scientist for its Conservation Science Program. In collaboration with the WWF Senior 
Social Scientist, this individual will plan, coordinate, communicate, and implement 
WWF’s efforts to integrate social science into conservation planning and practice. The 
Social Scientist will conduct research and analysis, develop monitoring and evaluation 
protocols, provide technical assistance to WWF field programs, and develop and deliver 
capacity-building resources and activities. REQUIRES: A bachelor’s degree is required. 
A graduate degree in social sciences (anthropology, economics, human geography, 
political science, psychology, sociology, etc.) or a related discipline is preferred. 
Position requires three years of experience in international biodiversity conservation or 
related field. Quantitative data analysis skills; experience in performance measurement 
and program evaluation; and foreign language skills preferred.  Please apply on our 
website http://www.worldwildlife.org/about/jobs_iframe.cfm.  Vacancy No: 29045. 
Closing date: 8/8/08. 

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*DIRECTOR, CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION AND MITIGATION 
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 

CARE seeks a Director, Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation to spearhead 
CARE USA’s efforts to respond to the global challenge that climate change poses to the 
lives and livelihoods of poor communities in the developing world. S/he will work 
closely with other colleagues in CARE International (CI) to develop and implement a 
coordinated global program and advocacy strategy to address the challenges of climate 
change in a “pro-poor” manner. The Director, Climate Change will work with the CI 
Climate Team to set technical standards for CARE’s engagement in climate change 
adaptation and mitigation programming, and s/he will play a role in reviewing and 
vetting all initiatives that involve CARE’s participation in the emerging carbon 
markets. The Director, Climate Change will be responsible for developing relevant 
technical partnerships in the climate arena in the U.S. and will be a primary 
spokesperson for CARE on these issues vis-à-vis policy makers and the media. The 
Director will also be responsible for contributing to the growth of CARE’s funding 
portfolio for climate-related work by developing relationships with U.S.-based private 
and institutional donors, in collaboration with CARE colleagues involved in Resource 
Development.  The position will report to the Senior Director, Sustainable Food 
Security and be part of a program cluster encompassing agriculture, food security, 
climate change, and livelihoods. As part of this cluster, the Director, Climate Change 
will work with other Program colleagues to ensure that climate change considerations 
are taken into account in strategy development and program design, with the ultimate 
goal of ensuring that CARE’s work is “climate-smart.” It is expected that this position 
will be based in Atlanta, Georgia USA, with domestic and international travel of at least 
30%.  REQUIREMENTS: Master’s degree in social or nature sciences or equivalent 
combination of education and experience.  At least 5-7 years of international 
development experience, including direct engagement in climate change, natural 
resource management or related work.  Ability to effectively represent a global 
organization vis-à-vis donors, policy makers, and partner organizations.  Knowledge of 
the emerging global and U.S. policy frameworks addressing climate change.  Strong 
written and oral communications skills in English.  Ability to work effectively in a 
multi-cultural environment and as a part of a global Climate Team. Desired: 10 years or 
more of international development experience dealing with environment/ natural 
resource management issues.  Substantial field experience in diverse settings in Africa, 
Asia, and Latin America.  Knowledge of and experience in the emerging carbon 
markets (compliance and voluntary).  Experience in high level policy analysis and 
advocacy work on climate issues.  Fluency in French, Spanish or other relevant 
languages highly desirable.  TO APPLY: CARE is an Equal Opportunity and 
Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to workplace diversity. To apply, please visit 
www.careusa.org/careers. 

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*PROGRAMME OFFICER 
HONG KONG

Oxfam Hong Kong (OHK) is looking for a Humanitarian and Disaster Risk 
Management - Programme Officer (with focus on Climate Risk Management) (A 2-year 
contract position) to join our anti-poverty work.  S/He is responsible for programme 
development and strategy formulation in the key area of Climate Risk Management 
(CRM), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Sustainable Livelihoods, provide capacity 
building support to OHK colleagues and partners, and develop and implement advocacy 
plans and strategies on specific issues, as identified in the agency and Unit plans.  S/he 
also has to undertake monitoring and evaluation, develop and manage partnerships with 
regional organizations, provide advice to OHK and OI, make grants, provide 
humanitarian advocacy support to OHK field staff and offices.   The successful 
candidate MUST meet the following REQUIREMENTS: A recognized degree, 
preferably in climate science/ climate change, with solid work experience in Climate 
Risk Management and Disaster Risk Reduction.  Practical experience in strategic 
planning and budgeting, programme designing, monitoring and evaluation of 
CRM/DRR projects/ programmes, advocacy and working with partners.  Understanding 
of technical policy issues related to climate change and DRR, ability to demystify 
technical policy related issues to programmes and have a full grasp of the policy issues/ 
developments at hand.  Ability to develop curriculum and materials and conduct 
training.  Good knowledge of CRM/DRR networks in the Asia region and globally.  
Ability to travel extensively and work in remote areas.  Ability to work in a multi-
cultural environment, independently and with a diverse team.  Excellent written English 
required in writing reports, proposals and project documents.  This position will be 
based in Hong Kong without expatriate package provided.  TO APPLY: Closing date of 
applications: 27 July 2008. Please send your application letter, CV with current and 
expected salary and date of availability to Human Resources Manager, Oxfam Hong 
Kong, 17/F., China United Centre, 28 Marble Road, North Point, Hong Kong or by 
email to hr@oxfam.org.hk or by fax (852) 2375 2433. (Applicants who are not invited 
for an interview within one month after the closing date may consider their applications 
unsuccessful).  All information provided will only be used for recruitment-related 
purpose.  OHK is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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*DR. IN ENVIRONMENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYTICAL OR 
ATMOSPHERIC CHEMISTRY
VALPARAISO, CHILE

The Center of Environmental Technologies (CETAM) of the Technical University 
Federico Santa María (UTFSM) needs to contract a Dr. in Environmental, 
Environmental Analytical or Atmospheric Chemistry, with strong analytical vocation, 
knowledge and experience in different chromatographic techniques, capacity of work in 
multidisciplinary teams and a high degree of commitment with the activity, to develop 
and to lead research projects. REQUIRES: The candidate must have great capacity of 
management, leadership, initiative and original creative work.  Also it would be 
desirable that the candidate could work flexible between problems of scientific interest 
and technological developments of commercial application. The position needs to be 
carried out both in the field and laboratory, with office in Valparaiso, Chile. The salary 
will be composed on one part fixed and the other depending on results. Fluency in both 
Spanish and English is required.  TO APPLY: send electronic submissions to 
marcela.aranda@usm.cl  No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted. 

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*COMMUNICATIONS LEAD
WASHINGTON, DC

World Wildlife Fund seeks a Communications Lead, Forest-based Carbon NI in 
Washington, DC. The Director of Communications develops and implements strategies 
and communications efforts to help advance the goals and objectives of the Forest-
based Carbon Network Initiative (FbCNI), vis-à-vis public sector, non-governmental 
and private sector audiences. Ensures that FbCNI campaigns call attention to key 
emerging issues in the forest climate arena and inform the public and decision makers 
about their significance. Plans and implements strategies for assessing concerns and 
interests of key WWF constituencies and informs WWF’s leadership regarding these 
trends. Develops long-range communications planning for the FbCNI and participates 
in overall strategic planning. Drafts analytical papers; assessments, and stores that 
propel high priority forest climate programs forward to their objectives. Ensures 
relevancy of communications efforts and products to multiple audiences. Supervises 
development of internal communications on FbCNI-related issues within WWF. 
REQUIRES: Master’s Degree in a related field is required.  At least ten years of 
managing the development of field program communications materials including 
strategic communications, visual communications, production systems and processes, 
and related technologies. TO APPLY: Please apply on our website 
http://www.worldwildlife.org/about/jobs_iframe.cfm. Vacancy No: 28154. 

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*OPERATIONS DIRECTOR 
MANILA, PHILIPPINES 

Conservation International is seeking an Operations Director to oversee the Finance, 
Administrative, IT, and Human Resources functions for the Philippines Center for 
Biodiversity Conservation in Manila, Philippines. The Operations Director will guide 
the program in the development and implementation of sustainable management 
strategies, support fundraising efforts, set operational management standards, and 
ensure that human and financial resources are aligned and maximized for the greatest 
conservation impact. TO APPLY: For more information and to apply for this position, 
please visit http://www.conservation.org/discover/about_us/careers/Pages/default.aspx

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*GIS PROGRAM ASSOCIATE 
WASHINGTON, DC 

World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation organization leading international 
efforts for a living planet, is seeking a GIS Associate to contribute to the research, 
spatial analysis and map-making needs of the Conservation Science Program (CSP) and 
Macroeconomics for Sustainable Development Program Office (MPO) and other 
programs within WWF. Candidate will split their time equally between the two 
programs. REQUIRES: A Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Environmental Science or 
related field required.  A minimum of one year experience with GIS software required. 
Strong understanding of the principles of biodiversity conservation and international 
conservation issues. TO APPLY: Please apply on our website 
http://www.worldwildlife.org/about/jobs_iframe.cfm.  Vacancy No: 28164. 

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