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Title

Field Officer/Assistant Field Officer - Wild Species (Human-tiger Conflict Mitigation)

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Sectors Terrestrial / Aquatic Ecology & Conservation
Location India (North) - Asia & M East
Town/City Uttar Pradesh
Type Temporary / Contract / Seasonal
Status Full Time
Level First Level
Deadline 30/09/2009
Company Name Wildlife Trust of India
Contact Name HR Department
Telephone +91-11-26326025
Fax +91-11-26326027
Email jobs@wti.org.in
Website Further Details / Applications
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Description
Background:
Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) is looking for a Field Officer / Assistant Field Officer for its its project on human-tiger conflict mitigation in Uttar Pradesh. The post requires extensive traveling.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Point person for the specific field, and on-site implementation of the project
  • Execute eco-development and alternative livelihood initiatives
  • Scientific monitoring of the initiative
  • Network with local NGOs, relevant Government Departments
  • Report writing, day-to-day documentation


Skills:

  • In-depth knowledge and experience in participatory conservation, eco-development and  alternative livelihood
  • Good understanding of community dynamics and ability to think fast
  • Experience in conducting Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) and in preparing micro-plans will be an advantage
  • Good at carrying out surveys, organising group meetings and documentation
  • Excellent communication skills, especially with rural communities
  • Fluency in Hindi


Qualifications:
Post-graduate in social sciences discipline such as anthropology, sociology, social work, rural management, political science, human geography or equivalent.

Experience:
2-3 years in a similar position, preferably in Uttar Pradesh.
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