*Recruitment of one (01) Field Agent: Human/wildlife conflict management*

Recruitment of one (01) Field Agent: Human/wildlife conflict management
Work location: Salapoumbé, East Region, Cameroon
Type of contract: Local law fixed-term contract
Salary: According to experience and Noé scale
Duration: 24 months, renewable depending on performance and available funding

1. Context
Ecosystem conservation and sustainable management of natural resources are
crucial issues for sustainable development in Cameroon. The South-East region of Cameroon, particularly the periphery of the Lobéké National Park (LNP), is home to exceptional biodiversity, with key species such as elephants, gorillas, buffaloes and several species of duiker. However, this region faces several challenges, including:  Poaching and wildlife crime, which threaten animal populations and the proper functioning of ecosystems;  Human/wildlife conflicts, exacerbated by the expansion of human activities and the scarcity of natural resources;  The lack of community engagement, which limits the participation of local populations in conservation efforts and natural resource management ;  The absence of structured ecological monitoring, making it difficult to assess the state of ecosystems and the impacts of conservation interventions. In this context, Noé, in partnership with Nature+, is implementing the project “NaturaSudEst – Conservation in Forest Management Units (UFA), Hunting Interest Zones (ZIC), and Community-Managed Hunting Interest Zones (ZICGC) on the outskirts of the LNP”. This project, funded by the European Union, aims to strengthen inclusive biodiversity conservation2, particularly through work with private landscape stakeholders (UFA, ZIC and ZICGC), and to actively involve local communities in the sustainable management of natural resources. The project focuses its work on the following three Specific Objectives (SO) :  SO1: Improve the fight against poaching in the UFA/ZIC and ZICGC around the Lobéké National Park and strengthen the application of the law on wildlife crime in the landscape;  SO2: Establish an ecological monitoring system on certain key species, biological studies and a study on human/wildlife conflicts in forestry and hunting concessions in the periphery of the LNP to monitor the evolution of biodiversity

and mitigate natural resource management conflicts;
 SO3: Strengthen the natural resource management capacities of conservation stakeholders with a view to equitable sharing of benefits from wildlife and forest resource management, particularly benefiting women, youth and indigenous peoples. To achieve its objectives, Noé is looking for one (01) field agent in charge of Human/Wildlife Conflict Management who will be based in Salapoumbé, an operational base located in the East region of Cameroon. He/She will be responsible for ensuring the implementation and monitoring of activities, in accordance with the project action plan. 2. Objectives of the Position The Human/Wildlife Conflict Management field agent’s main mission will be to ensure the implementation and monitoring of project activities in the field. He/She will work in close collaboration with local communities, administrative and traditional authorities, teams of private project partners, as well as NGOs deployed in the landscape. He/She will contribute in particular to:  The application of the conflict monitoring and mitigation action plan developed by the project team;  The collection of data for monitoring human/wildlife conflicts;3  Participation in the definition of pilot conflict mitigation initiatives and the implementation of prototypes;  Holding participatory mapping workshops to choose the areas for implementing pilot mitigation initiatives – particularly based on the results of previously conducted studies;  Supporting and training communities in the implementation and use of response mechanisms to human/wildlife conflicts in the Lobéké landscape;  Collecting information on the results of pilots for passive and active management of human/wildlife conflicts and the implementation of appropriate solutions;  Participating in and leading training sessions on dedicated data collection software . To the extent of his/her experience and skills, the field agent may be required to provide occasional technical support to other activities (operations, anti-poaching, ecological monitoring, community development) as well as to project monitoring and evaluation and reporting. 3. Job Description The field agent in charge of Human/Wildlife Conflict Management is a specialist

interactions between local populations and wildlife. He/she identifies and assesses
conflicts (e.g., destruction of crops by elephants, attacks on livestock by predators, etc.),
implements solutions (fencing, response techniques (burned dung, chili, etc.),
prevention techniques (trenches, repellent crops, beehives, etc.), etc.), and supports
communities in coexisting with wildlife.
3.1. Responsibilities
In this position, the candidate will be responsible for:
 Identifying and documenting areas and types of human/wildlife conflict in
villages bordering Lobéké National Park;
 Collecting data through interviews, participatory surveys, as well as
tools such as SMART software, camera traps, drones, etc.;4  Contributing to studies on the causes and impacts of human/ wildlife conflicts;  Rigorously implement studies and analyses defined according to the highest scientific standards;  Scrupulously inform ecological monitoring databases such as SMART and databases of images from camera traps, drones, etc.  Raise awareness among local populations on strategies for peaceful coexistence with wildlife;  Train groups of volunteers who monitor conflicts and put responses into practice in different communities;  Organize and facilitate capacity building activities related to conflict responses and mitigation;  Participate in the implementation of appropriate solutions (fences, response techniques (burned dung, chili, etc.), prevention techniques (trenches, repellent crops, beehives, etc.), etc.);  Monitor the results of the prototypes implemented;  Collaborate with local partners and authorities for the monitoring and management of incidents related to human/wildlife conflicts;  Manage and maintain project equipment;  Ensure reporting (interim reports on missions)  Contribute to capitalization and communication actions on the project, as well as to the representation of Noé in Cameroon. 3.2. Desired profile The ideal profile for this position should combine desired experience in the field, technical skills and interpersonal skills with, among others:  Technician’s Diploma (Bac +2/3) in natural resource management, human ecology, social sciences or related field;

 Motorcycle driving license;5
 Aptitude for field work;
 Good oral and written communication skills. Mastery of the landscape and a local language will be an asset

;
 Experience in analyzing human/wildlife conflicts and implementing
appropriate solutions;
 Knowledge of strategies for preventing and mitigating wildlife conflicts;
 Ability to work closely with local communities and
develop participatory solutions;
 Good command of data collection techniques through interviews and
participatory surveys;
 Mastery of ecological monitoring tools such as SMART (Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool) software
, camera traps, the use of
drones, etc.;
 Affinity with the use of the Office Pack and very good reporting skills;
 Good interpersonal skills with experience in teamwork and networking, ability to
report, inform and mobilize;
 Experience working in isolated environments;
 Ability to remain flexible, efficient, enthusiastic and diplomatic in a
complex and demanding environment.
 Knowledge of local languages ​​is an asset (Bangando, Baka, etc.);
4. Supervision and Collaboration
The field agent will work under the supervision of the coordinator and in close collaboration
with:
 The assistant to the project coordinator and the program supervisor at headquarters;
 Technical partners: AT Nature+, MINFOF, WWF, …
 Local communities, COVAREF, CPF and other
key community stakeholders.
5. Application Procedures
Interested candidates must submit an application including:6
 A cover letter clearly stating the position for which they are applying
(Human/Wildlife Conflict Management Field Agent);
 A curriculum vitae detailing relevant qualifications and experience, and
including contact details of three professional, educational or
religious references.

Applications must be sent by email to the following address:
recrutement.cameroun@noe.org with the subject line ”
Human/Wildlife Conflict Management Field Agent” or they can be handed in personally to the
project team’s offices at the Salapoumbé base camp, located in the town hall’s social housing before
midnight (UTC+1) on 02/05/2025.
6. Notice to candidates
Applications from individuals from the Lobeké landscape (Salapoumbé and
Moloundou districts) will be given priority.
Applications from members of indigenous peoples (Baka) and women are strongly
encouraged.