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Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is an internationally operating conser-
vation organisation based in Germany that has been implementing con-
servation projects in Africa, South America, South-East Asia and Europe
for many decades. The FZS Europe Programme aims at maximising the
organisations conservation impact by safeguarding large, biodiverse
wilderness areas, mainly in Eastern Europe. Several of these project
areas are facing severe threats, e.g. legal and illegal logging or large-
scale infrastructure projects, which require targeted and focused action
on a regional/international scale.
TASKS AND DUTIES
Developing and leading the implementation of large and complex
advocacy action plans to stop/reduce threats to selected large-
scale natural landscapes in the Carpathians, the Polesia region,
the Bialowieza forests of Belarus and Poland and the steppes and
semi-deserts of Altyn Dala in Kazakhstan.
Coordination of regional and transboundary activities with selected
strategic partners and stakeholders in Europe.
Regular liaison with relevant governmental institutions (ministries,
state agencies, EU institutions) to coordinate activities.
Coordination of communication and PR activities in connection
with the above-mentioned action plans.
Conducting fundraising activities to support the implementation
of the action plans.
Provision of lobbying and advocacy support to FZS project teams
and partners.
Supporting selected activities in relation to wilderness conservation
throughout Europe.
FZS plans to complement its site-based conservation projects in the
European project areas by a coordinated advocacy approach to support
conservation efforts on a regional/international level. Action plans shall
be developed with partners on a European level and their implementation
coordinated. Therefore, the FZS Europe department is seeking a
Conservation Advocacy and Casework
Officer for European Wilderness Areas (f/m)
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
MSc or equivalent advanced degree in environmental studies,
conservation, biology, geography, communications, public administra-
tion, law or international affairs.
At least two years of professional experience in the above mentioned
fields with a focus on lobbying and advocacy work or casework activities.
Experience in the field of international and European
conservation/wilderness issues.
Proven track record in the field of multi-stakeholder/partner
cooperation and dialogue.
Proven knowledge of PR work and communications.
Proven ability to conceptualize, design and implement major informa-
tion campaigns.
Fundraising, budget management and administration skills are desirable.
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SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES REQUIRED
A thorough understanding of conservation issues and an interest in
wilderness conservation/development.
Very good negotiation, persuasion, advocacy and communication skills.
An ability to provide leadership to a diverse group of people and to work
across cultural borders.
Excellent written and oral command of the English language.
Other project-related languages desirable.
An ability to work at big-picture level and see processes through to
completion.
Excellent planning and organising skills as well as the ability to work in
teams and under time pressure.
Willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis is a prerequisite.
Identification with the FZS vision, goals and strategy.
WHAT WE OFFER
Initial contract for two years, aiming at a long-term commitment
Attractive salary package
Deployment at FZS headquarters in Frankfurt/Germany or in one
of the project countries
Attractive pension package and six weeks annual leave
Opportunities for personal and professional development
APPLICATION
Please email a chronological CV, certificates, three references and a cover
letter in one PDF file to jobs@fzs.org.
The cover letter plays a key role in the assessment of your application
and should answer the following questions:
1. What led you to apply for this position?
2. What is the single most important technical ability that you would
bring to the position?
3. From your point of view, what are the key threats to European
wilderness areas and what would be your approach to tackle them?
4. What is your single most important personal characteristic that would
help you succeed in this job?
5. What experience do you bring in relation to the project countries,
conservation and advocacy/lobbying?
Please address to:
Frankfurt Zoological Society
Baris Celik, Human Resources
Bernhard-Grzimek-Allee 1
60316 Frankfurt, Germany
Application deadline is 11th August 2017