Project Assistant - Coastal and Marine Ecosystems

Job Description

Key Responsibilities Under the direct guidance of Programme Manager, the Project Assistant is required to support the implementation of Component 2 (Restoration and conservation of critical marine habitats and conservation of biodiversity) and Component 4 ( Improved livelihoods and enhanced resilience of the BOBLME) of the project. Significantly, the Project Assistant will be responsible in supporting the stakeholder coordination including Marine Managed Area (MMA)managers for strengthening MMA and to work closely work closely with communities to develop nature-based livelihoods for the MMA dependent communities. Project Assistant will also assist in development of the Coastal and Marine Programme in the IUCN India Country office. SPECIFIC DUTIES Stakeholder Coordination. Establish the BOBLME II National Coordinating Body/ Committee and organize regular NCB /Committee Meetings in line with agreed ToRs, prepare minutes from quarterly coordinating body/ committee meetings) Liaise with Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate hange in selection of Priority Marine Managed Area site for BOBLME II and support for improving MPA management effectiveness Lead the development and oversee the implementation of a Three-year Workplan/ Activity Plan (2025-2027) for the Implementation of National Activities relevant to the delivery of Component 2 and Component 4 of the BOBLME Project in consultation with key stakeholders relevant to selected MMA site (Ministry of Environment, relevant agency for MPA, NGOs). Support the coordination of a National Capacity Building workshop on the IUCN Green List for PAs in liaison with IUCN ARO technical staff Coordinate arrangements for developing the site profile for the priority MPA and associated communities; (Social Ecological Systems analysis, Gender Analysis, Vulnerability assessment) and diagnostic gap analysis of the MPA using the IUCN Green List Framework for the select MPA. Identify priority actions / interventions that improve management effectiveness that can be met through the Grant Project for MPAs Support Grant Proposal Development for Strengthening MPA Management Effectiveness . Develop project proposal / or initiate call for project proposals to respond to / deliver the priority actions identified for improving MPA management effectiveness. Support Grant Proposal Development for Strengthening Resilience of MPA associated coastal communities . Develop project proposal / or initiate call for project proposals to respond to / deliver the priority actions identified for strengthening coastal community resilience through female focused livelihood development and other activities/ opportunities that strengthen women’s empowerment. Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) National Level Activities for Components 2 and 4 MEL for the planning and delivery or oversight of the Grant Project(s) designed for implementing improvement of MPA management effectiveness and increasing resilience of MPA associated coastal communities. Communications Develop at least two stories per year highlighting the developments of the national level activities and outputs. Provide day-to-day technical and administration support to Programme manager to implement project activities under Component 2 and 4. Ensure smooth and coherent project implementation, including organizing field level workshop, surveys, and stakeholder consultation under the guidance of PM. Laise and building strong partnerships with local and regional-level stakeholders specially with the relevant government agencies. Organize and implement public information and involvement programme in the selected Leverage the project to develop new project proposals on emerging areas like the Blue carbon, blue economy REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS Competencies A demonstrated ability to take the initiative in difficult situations. Excellent communication, facilitation, and public relations skills. Able to travel and work in remote areas. Organizing field level workshops, surveys, and stakeholder consultation. Education Master’s degree in Coastal and Marine sciences, environmental sciences or a relevant field of study Experience At least 2 years of work experience in the field of coastal and marine conservation, consensus building with communities and community organizations regarding natural resource management at field level position. Preferably working experience with international agencies. Languages/Other Good written and spoken knowledge of English. Computer literacy including Microsoft Office and use of multi-media. SALARYThe minimum gross annual salary for this position is INR 716'456. While this is an indicative amount effective as of the current date, changes may occur as per IUCN's compensation practices without prior notice. The same applies to other organisations hosted by IUCN. APPLICATIONS Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button. Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews. Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: https://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/ Show more Show less