Areas of responsibility:
- Participatory mapping
- Regular project trips and close collaboration with Indigenous communities and local partners in Papua New Guinea, as well as with the BMF team in Switzerland
- Responsibility for local projects (mapping, health and agroforestry) for the Upper Sepik Biosphere Project
- Preparation of reports, evaluations and communication materials
Requirements:
- Proven practical knowledge of GIS and participatory mapping
- University degree in Geography or equivalent education/experience; additional qualification in development cooperation (e.g. NADEL) would be an advantage
- Native speaker of English, French or German with srong command of in the other languages
- Willingness to learn Tok Pisin
- Experience in needs-based project work and field assignments outside Europe (preferably in South-East Asia or Oceania)
- Intercultural sensitivity
- Ability to work independently and cope with pressure
- Strong commitment to teamwork and cooperation with a wide variety of partners
- Identification with the objectives of the Bruno Manser Fonds
- Willingness to travel and undertake extended field assignments under challenging conditions
- Interest and knowledge in the areas of biodiversity, indigenous rights, sustainable development and forestry would be an advantage
- Ability to view project work within a broader social and political context
- Excellent communication skills
We offer:
- An exciting and varied role within a small and dedicated team.
- Close collaboration with local partners
- A salary and benefits package in line with Swiss NPO standards
- Flexible working hours and opportunities for further training
Place of work: Basel
The position is for a fixed term of two years – with the option of extension.
Please send your online application with the usual supporting documents by 12 April to Deputy Director Johanna Michel: johanna.michel@bmf.ch.
If you have any questions, please contact Project Manager Baptiste Laville on +41 79 128 58 78.
Bruno Manser Fonds, Socinstrasse 37, 4051 Basel, www.bmf.ch, +41 61 261 94 74