TECHNICAL ADVISOR FOR TRANSFRONTIER CONSERVATION AREAS (TFCAS)

The SADC Secretariat invites suitably qualified and experienced applicants who are citizens of the SADC Region to apply for the position of Technical Advisor – Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA’s).

1. JOB SUMMARY

Job Title:	Technical Advisor for Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs)
Duty Station:	Gaborone, Botswana
Responsible to:	The Director for Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources (FANR) Directorate, through the Senior Programme Officer for Natural Resources and Wildlife Management
Contract duration:	3 years

2. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide advisory services to the SADC Secretariat on technical and policy matters pertaining to the SADC TFCA Programme,
To assist the Senior Programme Officer for Natural Resources and Wildlife Management in the management and administration of the SADC TFCA Programme, and
To support the development and implementation by Member States, of the SADC TFCAs Programme and to ensure that it remains within the policy framework agreed upon by SADC Member States.

3. KEY FUNCTIONS

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Director, FANR the Technical Advisor-TFCAs shall perform the following duties:

3.1 Support to Programmes

Compilation of best practice regional guidelines for the development and establishment of SADC TFCAs and their implementation by SADC Member States.

Provide support to the development and harmonization of policies and legislation for TFCAs in the region,

Facilitate the carrying out of cost benefit assessments of TFCAs as well as propose models of cost and benefit sharing,

Undertake and facilitate capacity building and promote exchange of lessons and experiences among TFCAs,

Coordinate information sharing among TFCAs and support the activities of the SADC TFCA Network,

Support the elaboration and development of regional community based integrated natural resource management and marketing strategies in TFCAs,

Promote and monitor partnerships between the private sector, public sector, and civil society for the benefit of TFCAs,

Monitor the performance of TFCAs in the region and produce appropriate reports, and

Undertake resource mobilization for supporting all TFCAs in the region.

3.2 Networking and cooperation

Co-operate with and ensure regular contacts, and dialogue with relevant stakeholder organizations: non-governmental bodiesand persons within the TFCAs environment as well as with other relevant projects or institutions in order to enhance and achieve sustainable development of TFCAs, and

Communicate and channel interests and aspirations of the SADC, and exchange ideas and information for the benefit of integrated natural resources management in TFCAs and SADC at large.

3.3 Knowledge management

Develop strategies and technical concepts including guidelines, manuals, and procedures on TFCAs, which are ready for application,

Prepare reports, presentation materials, meeting and policy documents,

Provide appropriate input to the various SADC publications including annual reports; and contribute to other reports required by the Director FANR and the Senior Programme Officer for the Natural Resources and Wildlife Management, and

Support research and study activities in various areas that would benefit collaborative programmes in TFCAs.

3.4 Other duties

Represent SADC in missions or meetings when requested to do so, and

Undertake any other tasks relevant to and in the interest of SADC.

4. OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES

4.1 Organizational relations

The position will is housed at the SADC Secretariat in Gaborone, Botswana under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer for Natural Resources and Wildlife Management.

In the conduct of his/her work, the incumbent will further liaise with other Senior Programme Officers in the FANR Directorate as well as other Directorates within the SADC Secretariat Headquarter.

4.2 Reporting

The incumbent will report to the Director, FANR through the Senior Programme Officer for Natural Resources and Wildlife Management. He or she shall abide by SADC rules and procedures.

4.3 Office space and logistical support

The SADC Technical Advisor (TFCAs) will be allocated office space within the FANR Directorate at SADC Secretariat, Gaborone. The incumbent will receive other logistical support and services from and through the FANR Directorate.

5. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPEREINCE

A Master of Science in Wildlife Management /Natural Resources Management or equivalent qualification,
Minimum 10 years' experience working in the natural resources conservation and management arena,
Experience in policy formulation, developing resource use plans in the context of strategic and operational planning, including experience at senior management levels in government, projects and/or NGOs is mandatory,
Experience in facilitating or coordinating TFCA activities and programmes or natural resources at large in SADC region,
Experience in wildlife management and community based natural resource management is an asset,
Good understanding of international trends and protocols in trans-boundary natural resources management and biodiversity conservation,
Experience on international, regional or transboundary programmes or projects is also an advantage.
Computer literacy: excellent command of MS-Office and other related relevant packages,
Good working knowledge of modern telecommunication systems, and
Excellent, both spoken and written, English language skills.
Knowledge of French and Portuguese will be an added advantage.

6. ELIGIBILITY

This position is open to only the nationals of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). Applicants from non-SADC countries will NOT be considered.

7. REMUNERATION

A competitive package inclusive of salary and benefits will be offered.

8. APPLICATION PROCEDURES

a) A short covering letter stating the position that you want to be considered for and describe how qualifications, experience and competencies are relevant to the position;

b) Attach comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV);

c) Certified copies of your degree(s), Diploma(s) and Certificate(s);

d) Duly completed SADC Application Form.

Should you be shortlisted, you will be required to produce evidence of any educational and professional qualifications supporting your applications on the day of your interview.

Gender Mainstreaming

SADC is an equal opportunity employer and particularly encourage applications from female candidates.

Submission of applications

Please ensure that you complete SADC Application Form and return with your application to:

The Executive Secretary
Attention: Director of Human Resources and Admin
SADC Secretariat
Private Bag 0095
Gaborone, Botswana
recruitment@sadc.int

Closing date

Your application should be received not later than 26 June 2015.

Note:

Only applicants who meet the requirements of the SADC Secretariat and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Should you not hear from the SADC Secretariat within four weeks after closing date, you may assume your application has not been successful.