Organization: Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS-ET) & EWCA
Project Location: Bale Mountains National Park (BMNP)
Duration: 32 Weeks (Approx. 8 Months)
Position Type: Independent National Consultant
About the Job
Frankfurt Zoological Society Ethiopia (FZS-ET), in collaboration with the Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority (EWCA), is seeking a high-level National Consultant. This assignment involves an independent evaluation of the current General Management Plan for Bale Mountains National Park and technically leading the development of a new 10-year GMP aligned with updated national guidelines and international conservation standards.
Scope of Work
1. Evaluation Phase
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Review: Analyze the current GMP, implementation reports, and monitoring data.
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Verification: Conduct field assessments within the park to verify progress on the ground.
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Analysis: Evaluate implementation based on relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact, and sustainability.
2. Planning & Development Phase
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Stakeholder Engagement: Consult with EWCA, BMNP management, government authorities, local communities, and conservation partners.
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Technical Leadership: Support conservation target identification, threat analysis, and strategy development.
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Drafting: Lead the consolidation and finalization of the new 10-year GMP document.
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Capacity Building: Strengthen EWCA’s institutional capacity for adaptive management.
About You
Mandatory Qualifications
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Nationality: Ethiopian.
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Education: Advanced degree in Conservation Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
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Experience: * Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in protected area management or conservation planning.
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Proven track record in evaluating and preparing General Management Plans (GMPs) in Ethiopia.
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Knowledge: Deep understanding of EWCA GMP preparation guidelines.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with Open Standards for the Practice of Conservation or adaptive management.
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Previous history working directly with EWCA and Ethiopian protected areas.
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Exceptional facilitation, coordination, and technical writing skills.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified national consultants must submit their application within ten (10) days of this announcement.
Required Documents:
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Technical Proposal: Outlining your proposed approach and methodology.
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Financial Proposal: Detailed budget for the 32-week assignment.
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Curriculum Vitae (CV): Highlighting relevant conservation planning experience.
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References: At least three (3) professional references.
Submission Details:
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Email: Jobs.ethiopia@fzs.org
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