Key Expert 2 (Senior) – Specialist of sustainable management of natural resources

Description

The specific objective is to support the second phase of the programming exercise of the 11th EDF and assist the EU Delegations in the EAC region, the EAC and its member countries in identifying the relevant interventions for the EAC region to be included under the three focal sectors of the EAC chapter of the 11th EDF EA-SA-IO RIP. To do so, the team of consultants will build on the preparatory work carried out by the previous team of experts during Phase 1 of the programming between August and December 2013 (fact finding field missions, consultation workshop, Brussels guidance mission).

Qualifications and skills:

• Masters degree in a field relevant to the assignment such as Agriculture, Environmental Science, or Natural Resources Management.

• Strong communication and team-work skills;

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Project Cycle Management;

• Fluency in written and spoken English;

• Computer literacy and proficiency in relevant IT applications.

Experience:

• 12 years of experience in the field of Natural Resources Management Policies and

Programmes, including anti-poaching measures plus one or more fields related to drought resilience, water management, biodiversity conservation, fisheries resources, and management of mineral resources;

• Demonstrated experience in development cooperation with at least 2 years in project management on projects of regional nature;

• Experience in project management in ACP Countries, preferably in East Africa and understanding of and experience in EC project cycle management, as well as EU procurement procedures for External Aid. At least one EU funded assignment must be demonstrated.

To apply

Applications and updated CV should be submitted to  fwcpintoconsulting.de