Job Description
Chemonics International, a U.S. based international development consulting firm, seeks multiple technical specialists for the anticipated USAID Mozambique Renda Verde Melhoria da Gestão dos Recursos Naturais e Empoderamento de Populações Locais activity in Mozambique. These positions are based in Mozambique (exact location to be determined), and the anticipated project duration is five years. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
The anticipated activity aims to uplift communities by harnessing the advantages of living in nature within key biodiversity conservation areas, while also benefiting local people through the distribution of nature-based revenue. Alongside ongoing enforcement efforts to prevent and penalize the destruction of natural resources and habitats, this activity will emphasize the tangible incentives of coexisting with nature. The activity seeks to catalyze market and community benefits from harmonious human-wildlife coexistence across conservation areas, buffer zones, and key biodiversity corridors.
This position is contingent upon award and funding.
We are recruiting for both short- and long-term technical experts in the following areas:
- Biodiversity Conservation and Natural Resource Management
- Forestry
- Coastal Ecosystem Adaptation and Resilience
- Economic Growth and Community Development
- Environmental Policy/Governance
- Environmental Law Enforcement and Institutional Strengthening
- Community Engagement and Inclusion
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL)
- Gender and Youth
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as economics, environmental science, business administration, public policy, sustainable development, or related discipline is required; advanced degree preferred
- Minimum seven years of demonstrated technical experience in managing programming and/or providing technical assistance in one or more of the technical areas outlined above is required
- Demonstrated ability to work with a range of stakeholders, including government agencies, regulatory bodies, private sector entities, and non-governmental and civil society organizations
- Experience working on USAID–funded activities is preferred
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Portuguese and English language skills required
- Relevant experience working in Mozambique and/or East Africa
