Landscape facilitator

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a:

Landscape facilitator

Overview

CIFOR-ICRAF will be implementing the CASEVE-GTI project (Green and Resilient Northern Cameroon – Integrated Landscape Governance) between July 2023 and June 2028. We will use an integrated landscape management approach to solve the triple challenge of (i) supporting a growing population, (ii) preserving biodiversity, and (iii) mitigating and adapting to climate change. The intended impact of this action is a more inclusive territorial governance that promotes conflict prevention. We are therefore looking for two landscape facilitators to lead the implementation of CASEVE-GTI activities in the respective landscapes in North of Cameroon and facilitate multistakeholder processes and platforms.

 

 

 

Summary of responsibilities

• Provide technical lead in developing multistakeholder processes at landscape level (map actors, analyse networks and power relations, review existing platforms, establish and facilitate multistakeholder platforms); in collaboration with other members of the project team and partners, develop strategies for the roll out of project activities.
• Assist the Project Coordinator in day-to-day management of the project and in partnership development at landscape level.
• Contribute to the project monitoring and evaluation system, the digital platform for information sharing and to communication and public awareness events.
• Contribute to data collection on zoning and management plans and other evidence with a view of identifying conflict “hotspots”. In collaboration with other staff, produce publications, such as technical reports, technical sheets, training manuals, blogs, policy briefs and journal articles.
• Contribute to resource mobilization.

 

 

Requirements

• Solid theoretical background (MSc or Ir level) in social, economic, political sciences, or international development studies, or having a solid environmental and agricultural background with practical experience in inclusive participation and governance issues.
• At least 2 years of experience in working in multi-disciplinary and multi-actor teams.
• Experience with participatory methods, multistakeholder processes and platforms, including fostering dialogue, negotiation and conflict management.
• Basic knowledge on gender-sensitive project development and implementation.

Personal attributes and competencies:

• Willing to work in rural areas and travel in often remote areas.
• Proficiency in French and good working knowledge in English, knowledge of Fulfulde will be an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in multicultural and pluri-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver on time.

 

 

Terms and conditions

• This is a Locally Recruited position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currencycommensurate with skills and experience.
• The duty station will be Garoua, North region or Maroua, Far North region of Cameroon.

How to apply

Go to http://worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf/vacancies

• A cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements and salary expectations,
• A detailed and updated curriculum vitae,
• The names and addresses of three referees, including telephone and email addresses.
• The application deadline is 14 September 2023.
• We will acknowledge all applications but will only contact short-listed candidates.

CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. Staff diversity contributes to excellence.

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