Scientist, Biodiversity and Forests – Cameroon

1.Project management/management:

• Plan and monitor projects especially for research and follow up the LAO with the OFAC consortium members,
• Co-supervise consultants and interns involved in the implementation of OFAC-CE project.
• Develop and contribute to the preparation of donor reports,
• Coordinate the organization of workshops, meetings, and virtual discussions.

2.Research design, data collection and analysis:

• Conduct research with CIFOR-ICRAF team in partnership with national and international universities, especially within OFAC-CE project,
• Contribute to the development of detailed methodologies for data collection and analysis,
• Contribute to the organization of CIFOR scientific hosted events,
• Contribute to the design of complementary studies on topics identified by stakeholders on biodiversity resources management in central Africa,
• Provide GIS preliminary expertise for the project as needed.
• Promote the use of knowledge in the operating methods of targeted stakeholders and in the development, implementation of public policies in Central Africa,
• Update the website scientific information on forest and biodiversity

3.Resource mobilization:

• Contribute to proposal writing and fund-raising activities.

4.Finance management:

• Manage projects’ resources as needed by CIFOR’s procedures and regulations.
  

Requirements

• PhD in Forestry, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science or related fields
• At least 5 years of research experience in biodiversity, forestry or conservation.
• Interesting background on monitoring biodiversity or forest ecosystem management,
• Understanding principles, practices and policies for preserving species, ecosystems and genetic diversity.
• Familiarity with practices balancing human needs and forest health, such as selective logging and reforestation
• Understanding the benefits forests provide, including carbon sequestration, water cycling and soil conservation
• Skills in data collection, analysis and reporting on biodiversity and forest management.
• Participation in international projects or policy development.
• Proficiency in data analysis software (R, GIS, etc.)
• Good understanding of policy and regulatory frameworks
• Experience with project management and funding.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities.
• Basic knowledge on gender issues and gender-sensitive research and project development.
• Publication record in peer-reviewed journals.