Deputy Project Director (Full-time / 1 year Fixed-Term Contract)

About Us:

The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by carrying out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation action.

Overview of role:

ZSL Indonesia is seeking a dynamic and highly experienced individual at a senior level to lead its growing landscape focused work in Indonesia. We are offering an exciting opportunity for an innovative and adaptable individual with proven experience in leading a multi-disciplinary team, to deliver quality and high impact results in a development and conservation setting. Expected results  from the work being undertaken includes the Integration of biodiversity and development into integrated landscape management; creating an evidence base for biodiversity and development integration for improved landscape management to be used by decision makers in the landscape to influence environmental and social practices. The post-holder will report to the Country Manager of Indonesia and will manage a team of staff based at our Head office in Bogor, Java and in our field project in Sumatra.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Oversee thematic programme/project management, development and administration.
• Lead the relationship with project partners, stakeholders and donors.
• Lead the production of strategies for programme development and grant reporting.
• Liaise with the programme team to coordinate cross-Society programme activities.
• Support the external representation and promotion of ZSL and its conservation work.

Person Specification:

The post-holder should have a proven track record in integrated development and conservation project management in Asia with and relevant experience dealing with large scale projects and large scale donor management and/or a higher degree in an appropriate subject such as conservation biology, environmental economics, conservation/development policy or a related discipline. Candidates should also have:

• Demonstrated understanding of DFID programming and policy.
• Experience in biodiversity or development program strategic planning, project/activity design, management and evaluation.
• Proven understanding of integrated landscape management and conservation issues in Asia
• Experience working in the region is highly desirable. 
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Management experience particularly of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proven grant management skills.

Please Note: The position is a 1 year fixed-term contract with the view of it being extended a further 1 year dependant on project funding. The position will be based at ZSL’s offices in Bogor - Indonesia and will involve significant travel to relevant countries including our Main offices in London, Regents Park.

To Apply:

Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the "Apply for this job online" button. If you have any queries when applying through the system please contact Human Resources at hr@zsl.org.

Closing Date: Midnight Friday 19^th February 2016

The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: no. 208728.