Executive Director

The  Non-­-Timber  Forest  Products  –Exchange  Programme  for South and Southeast Asia (NTFP-­-EP) is a collaborative, regional network  of  grassroots  NGOs  and  peoples’  organizations  that seeks to build the capacity of forest-­-based communities in the sustainable management of forests, especially in th conservation and trade of non-­-timber forest products. NTFP-­-EP implements programs in 6 Asian countries and maintains headquarters in Manila, Philippines. For more  information please check our website www.ntfp.org.

The NTFP-­- EP invites applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

 Executive  Director

The Executive Director (ED) is responsible for directing and leading the organization to accomplish its dual goals of conservation and  enhanced  livelihoods  through  strategic programs and timely, targeted networking activities. The ED will profile the organization in various regional and international endeavors in its engagement with ASEAN, and other regional and global bodies. The ED will also undertake key regional fundraising initiatives and promotional and advocacy efforts. The ED will also lead in providing direction, synergy and complementarity  to  program activities  and lead in  overall  regional  program management covering programs in at least 6 countries in ASIA. The ED reports to a diverse set of board members across several countries and carrying several disciplines.

Qualifications

1)     Educational background: anthropology, forestry, ecology, social sciences, business management, economics or other related fields

2)     At least 10 years experience in development work, direct experience in forestry and community  development  preferred

3)     At least 5 years experience in organizational management – (including personnel management, reading financial statements, report writing); at least 5 years experience in program management

4)     Strong personnel management, communication, networking and fundraising skills

5)     Good technical writing and presentation skills

6)     Experience in or exposure to regional work an advantage

7)     Has personal affinity with and strong commitment to the advancement of the position and well being of forest-­-based communities.

Remuneration:  The monthly remuneration of the position is at par with other organizations and with opportunity to travel.

Assignment location: Manila, Philippines

Applicants should send an application letter summarizing why they feel they are qualified for the position and why they are interested to apply.  They should also send their