Marine Programme Manager, Myanmar

Founded in 1903, Fauna & Flora International (FFI) is the world’s longest established international conservation organisation. Our vision is to create a sustainable future for the planet where biodiversity is conserved by the people living closest to it. We aim to do this through the conservation of threatened species and ecosystems worldwide, choosing solutions that are sustainable, based on sound science and take account of human needs. We have become a trusted entity in the world of conservation. Today FFI is active in over 40 countries.

FFI is now seeking a Marine Programme Manager to coordinate its multi-faceted Myanmar Marine Programme. The position oversees projects on Marine Protected Areas establishment, Locally Managed Marine Area management and shark, ray and marine turtle conservation projects. This position will be working in close collaboration with national staff and provide mentoring and build capacity to support the on-going work of the projects. In addition the role works closely with a number of partners including local indigenous communities, business groups, government, INGOs and research Institutions. The candidate will have skills and experience in project implementation and financial management, fundraising and be able to provide strategic managerial and technical input to the FFI Myanmar Marine Programme in line with FFI’s mission, vision and strategic aims. 

The closing date for applications is Sunday, 19 May 2019.