Officer-In-Charge

The Wildlife Trust of India is seeking an Officer-In-Charge for the Nilgiri Landscape, requiring a Master's degree in Wildlife Sciences or related fields and 9-10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing conservation projects, analyzing management plans, conducting training, and developing conflict mitigation strategies. The role necessitates knowledge of GIS and local languages, and preference is given to candidates with experience in the Nilgiri landscape.
Job Category: Strengthening Landscape Management and Conservation-PA Recovery

Location: Nilgiri Landscape in the State of Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu

Date Posted: 25-September-2024

Qualifications: A Masters degree in Wildlife Sciences/ Conservation/ Conservation Sociology / Environmental Policy is essential. A Ph. D. in a related subject in the field of Wildlife Sciences/Conservation is desirable

Work experience and essential qualities:
Minimum work experience of 9-10 years required in wildlife science, protected area management planning, wildlife corridor study, human-wildlife conflict mitigation and management, community engagement in conservation and training and capacity building of stakeholders in relevant subject.
Candidate must have in-depth knowledge of protected area management in India and should have experience working with protected area authorities.
The candidate should have demonstrable knowledge and, or experience with various stakeholders in human-wildlife conflict management and corridor securement.
Candidate should be abreast of latest technical and scientific developments and publications in the field.
Working knowledge of GIS and local language is essential.
Ability to work in a team is highly desirable.
Preference will be given to a candidate having working experience on conservation issues in Nilgiri landscape, Shola forest and Western Ghats.

Key Responsibilities:
Ensure project objectives related to protected area, habitat connectivity, landscape management and human wildlife conflict management are delivered to essential quality standards.
To read, assimilate, analyse different management and working plans of protected areas and forests (English & local language) and input to improving the plans.
To compile best practices in conservation and management of landscapes for biodiversity and ecosystem services, and assess the suitable ones for integration in protected area management plans.
To conduct need assessment, planning, designing and administering training and capacity building activities.
To plan project activities in conjunction with protected area authorities.
Develop local level conflict mitigation plans in line with national and state policy and relevant national level statutes
Design studies, data collection, data analysis on Project deliverables
Writing project reports, scientific papers, white papers, case studies on the project for circulation among the stakeholders.
Provide technical assistance with development of project plans and activities and provide guidance to field staff on biological and sociological aspects of landscape management.,