Website Wildlife Trust of India (WTI)
Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Wildlife Sciences / Social Science / Conservation / Environmental Policy is essential. A Ph. D. in a related subject in the field of Wildlife Sciences/Conservation / Social Science is desirable
Work experience and essential qualities: Minimum work experience of 7-8 years required in human-wildlife conflict study, mitigation and management, and training and capacity building of stakeholders in conflict management. Candidate must have deeper understanding of the socio-political and ecological dimensions of human-wildlife conflict in India, and should have experience working with various stakeholders of human-wildlife conflict management. Candidate should be abreast of latest technical and scientific developments and publications in the field. Working knowledge of Hindi is essential. Ability to work in a team is highly required.
Responsibilities include:
· Ensure project objectives related to human wildlife conflict management are delivered to essential quality standards
· Outline activity plans to achieve anticipated project outcomes within a timeframe
· Plan, design and conduct training and capacity building activities
· Plan project activities in conjunction with protected area authorities
· Develop local level conflict mitigation plans in line with national and state policy and relevant national level statutes
· Coordinate with technology partners, line departments and other expert agencies to conceptualize and design measures to reduce crop and property loss to human-wildlife conflict.
· Lead the field testing of technological and social interventions to reduce human-wildlife conflict.
· Design studies, data collection and data analysis to monitor effectiveness of human-wildlife conflict mitigation interventions in the landscape.
· Writing project reports, scientific papers, white papers etc. on the subject area.
· Provide technical assistance with development of project plans and activities and provide guidance to field staff on biological and sociological aspects of conflict management
To apply for this job please visit jobs.wti.org.in.
