Operations Manager, FFI Cambodia Country Programme

Operations Manager, FFI Cambodia Country Programme
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FAUNA & FLORA INTERNATIONAL

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 operate primarily in developing countries where there is little capacity to conserve endangered and threatened habitats and species. We have become a trusted entity in the world of conservation. Today FFI is active in over 40 countries.

ASIA PACIFIC PROGRAMME

Working closely with local partners, the Asia-Pacific Programme currently includes a broad range of species and landscape targeted conservation initiatives in Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar, and has country programme offices in Phnom Penh, Nanning, Jakarta, Manila and Hanoi and a regional office in Singapore. Around 70 projects are being implemented in the region by a team of approximately 200 staff, consultants, volunteers and partner organisations with an annual regional budget of approximately USD 9 million.

FFI CAMBODIA PROGRAMME

FFI has been active in Cambodia since 1996 and was one of the first conservation NGOs to work in the country. We currently work in partnership with the Ministry of Environment and Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry & Fisheries. The priorities of our work in Cambodia are to secure and improve the management of areas important to the country’s biodiversity, to help build national capacity, by providing Cambodian nationals with the necessary skills, experience and materials to conserve their unique natural heritage, and to preserve some of the region’s most threatened species.

FFI is now seeking to recruit an Operations Manager for its Cambodia Programme.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Under the supervision of the Country Representative, working in close day-to-day collaboration with the project managers and liaising closely with the Asia-Pacific regional team (Senior Programme Manager and Programme Managers), the Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the operational management of the FFI Cambodia Programme, ensuring that financial management, administration and reporting are in line with FFI and donor policies and requirements.

The successful candidate will have at least five years’ experience of programme or project management, particularly related to operational aspects and a background in nature conservation, conservation biology, ecology, geography or a related discipline. S/he will be able to demonstrate the ability to work with government and local community partners and as part of a team. Familiarity with Cambodia’s governmental organisations for forestry and environmental protection will be an advantage as will experience of working with international organisations. Competency with standard word processing and spreadsheet programmes will be valuable, and fluency in spoken and written English is essential.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Start Date: As soon as possible
Duration of contract: Two-year fixed-term contract with potential to extend, subject to business need and funding availability
Probation Period: Salary: Six months USD 34,000
Benefits: For international appointments FFI expatriate benefits will apply:
 25 working days annual leave entitlement
 Medical insurance
 Relocation flight on commencement of employment  Repatriation flight on termination of employment
 Annual flight
 Accommodation allowance

NB: This is an unaccompanied position. Accompanied applicants may apply on the basis of an 18 month fixed- term contract.

Location: The position is based at Fauna & Flora International’s Cambodia, and occasionally within the region

Hours of Work: This is a full time position; working Monday to Friday for 8 hours per day (08.00 to 17.30), with a one and a half hour lunch break

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Operations Manager, FFI Cambodia Country Programme

Reporting to: Country Representative, FFI Cambodia Country Programme

Oversees: The incumbent will supervise project staff of the Cambodia Programme, under the direction of the Country Representative

Key Internal Relationships:
Finance and Administration Manager, FFI Cambodia Project Managers, FFI Cambodia
Senior Programme Manager, Asia-Pacific
Regional Finance Manager, Asia-Pacific
Head of Finance
Programme Managers, Asia-Pacific
Other: Communications and Fundraising, Business and Biodiversity Programme, Finance and Administration

Main Duties:
Under the supervision of the Country Representative, working in close day-to-day collaboration with the project managers and liaising closely with the Asia-Pacific team (Senior Programme Manager and Programme Managers), the Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the operational management of the FFI Cambodia Programme, ensuring that financial management, administration and reporting are in line with FFI and donor policies and requirements.

Specific duties:

Representation and liaison

• Lead on and arrange MOUs and project agreements with government and partners and support negotiation of project MOUs and agreements with project managers

• Oversee the preparation of programme reports and briefings as required to government partners

• While deputising for the Country Representative, represent FFI’s programme and projects at the national and, where necessary, sub-national level with respect to key counterparts, including government, national and international NGOs, the donor and academic communities and the private sector

Programme coordination

• Regularly brief the Country Representative on project implementation matters and provide timely advice for the dialogue with government

• Promote cross programme coordination and implement mechanisms for inter-project support

• Liaise with project managers and field staff to ensure efficient and effective implementation of the Cambodia Programme

• Support visits to Cambodia by other FFI staff, donors and project partners

• Coordinate the production of publications such as web page content, website updates,
press releases, FFI publications and other public relations outputs and activities

• Oversee and delegate as appropriate day-to-day administrative tasks associated with running the Cambodia Programme, in collaboration with the Finance & Administration
Manager

• Provide in-country guidance, oversight and support to the implementation of statutory

projects funded by the European Union and USAID, including but not limited to the
following projects:

•  Sustainable provision of ecosystem services in the Cardamom Mountains Landscape

(DCI-ENV/2010/221-082);

•  Developing community carbon pools for Reduced Emissions from Deforestation and

Forest Degradation, plus enhancing forest carbon stocks (REDD+) in selected ASEAN
countries (DVI-ENV/2010/222-908);

•  Cardamom Mountains community empowerment project: enabling Cambodia’s rural poor to gain access to their land and alleviate poverty (EuropeAid/129613/L/ACT/KH);

•  Helping Address Rural Vulnerabilities and Ecosystem Stability Recovery Program


Programme management

11.Ensure that operations are conducted to a high standard of health, safety, welfare, environmental good practice and cultural sensitivity

12. Ensure that FFI policies and guidelines are followed within the implementation of the Cambodia Programme

13.Prepare Cambodia Programme reports and ensure submission of donor reports as required and specified in grant agreements and contracts

• Prepare annual budgets, financial reports, and information for auditors and facilitate cash transfers, in collaboration with the Finance and Administration Manager

• Ensure registrations, permits, tax, social insurance, health insurance and other insurance systems necessary for the implementation of FFI activities in Cambodia and in conformity with Cambodian law are in place

• Ensure core services to projects provided through the Cambodia Programme office are delivered and budgeted

17.Develop and implement operational and staffing procedures to ensure effective implementation of the Cambodia Programme, ensuring that policies are updated and comply with Cambodian law

18. Prepare employment contracts for Project Managers and others and support recruitment processes for national and international staff

19.Provide support and mentoring to line-managed personnel, and manage human resource issues as delegated by the Cambodia Representative

Specific outputs

• Reports and written outputs from the Cambodia Programme are prepared and submitted on a timely basis

• Record keeping and documentation systems are in line with FFI and donor requirements in place

PERSON SPECIFICATION



Essential



Desirable Skills

•  Strong organisational skills, with structured and methodical approach to work and a clear focus on results

•  Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively

•  Competency with standard word processing and spreadsheet programmes
Strong communication and presentation skills (written and verbal)

•  Ability to convey the work of FFI with confidence and credibility

•  An understanding and experience of working in or with NGOs and government

•  Fluent in English (spoken and written)

 Working knowledge of Khmer language

Knowledge and experience

•  At least five years’ experience of project management

•  At least five years’ experience in biological conservation

•  Demonstrated experience with capacity development including training, coaching and mentoring others

•  Experience of working with international organisations


•  MSc or equivalent training or experience in wildlife, forest or rangeland management, conservation biology, ecology, geography, natural resource management or a related discipline

•  Experience working in the South-East Asia region

•  Familiarity with Cambodia’s government and laws for forestry and environment

Behavioural qualities

 A good team player, but with the capacity to work independently, to be flexible and responsive to the needs of the organisation, to be organised, conscientious and careful, and to meet deadlines.


APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications, consisting of a covering letter explaining why you feel you should be considered for this post, a full CV and contact details for two referees (who will not be approached without your permission), should be submitted electronically to Dr Stephen Browne at FFISingapore@fauna-flora.org

Please mark your application ‘Operations Manager, FFI Cambodia’ and indicate in your covering letter where you saw this position advertised.
The closing date for applications is 2nd September 2012. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 10th September 2012. Candidates selected for interview will be contacted by email by 6th September 2012 – please inform us if this method of contact is not suitable and supply an alternative in your covering letter.

Regrettably, due to limited resources and the high number of applications we receive, we are only able to contact short-listed candidates. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

FFI encourages applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application, please contact Kathie Alban, HR Manager, FFI, on Tel: +44 (0)1223 579330 or Email: kathie.alban@fauna-flora.org


FFI values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity

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Wildlife Veterinary Advisor - Teuk Chhou Wildlife Education Park

Job Description
Teuk Chhou Wildlife Education Park

Wildlife Veterinary Advisor

Reporting To: Dr. Wayne McCallum (Footprints Organization, Director) and Bunthim Malivot (Park Manager).

Work band: Volunteer

Term: The initial term of this position will be for four months, but will be open to extension subject to mutual agreement and the availability of funds. 

Location: The position is based at Teuk Chhou, 15 minutes by vehicle from the town of Kampot, in southwest Cambodia. The volunteer is expected to spend the bulk of their time working at the Teuk Chhou Wildlife Education Park.

Working hours: 8:30 to 11:30 pm - 1:30 to 5:00 pm

Scope of Position: The Wildlife Veterinary Advisor position will be responsible for:

1.      Necessary mandatory protocols, such as vaccinations, worming procedures etc and attendance to any illnesses.

2.      Mentoring and support of a Khmer qualified veterinary graduate, so that they are eventually able to perform all veterinarian tasks at Teuk Chhou.

3.      Support the wildlife education park team with other activities as requested by either the Director or Park manager.

Experience: Experience in veterinarian care, including wild animal treatment in zoo situations. Confidence and knowledge in the provision of medicines and treatment of animals is a mandatory requirement.

Professional Qualifications: Qualifications in veterinarian science.

Other Skills: Experience in fund raising and educational interpretation is desirable.  

Personal: The successful applicant will need to be someone who can easily crossover between the Khmer and western worlds, while also being able to work as part of a team, to provide direction to his/her follow team members.

The applicant will also need to be someone who can talk with passion and commitment about the project, enthusing others with its vision and a desire to support it.  

Language Proficiency: English as a first language, or fluent written and spoken English as a second language. Ability to speak Khmer is highly desirable or an ability to learn. 

Remuneration: This is a volunteer position, however we would like to be able to offer support for daily living costs, therefore $200 per month will be provided.

Budgets: There is no dedicated budget associated with the position. The volunteer will be asked to develop budgets for all activities that he or she wishes to undertake. These will need to be approved by the Park Manager and Director before expenditure is possible.

Reporting: The Advisor will need to complete a monthly report on their activities. All expenditure will need to be summarized on to a spreadsheet and supported by receipts.

Other: The volunteer will be required to organize their own visa and to have medical insurance coverage over the terms of their volunteer period. Proof of both will be required before the position is commenced.

Dr. Wayne McCallum
Director
Footprints Organization

Please contact Wayne McCallum at wayne@songsa.com for further details

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HEAD KEEPER

HEAD KEEPER

Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity, Cambodia

The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB) was established in 2003 by Münster Zoo and the Zoological Society for the Conservation of Species and Populations (ZGAP). It is the first nature conservation centre in Cambodia, located on 25 ha of land in the Phnom Kulen National Park, ca. 40 km north of Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor Wat. The goals of the ACCB are the rehabilitation of confiscated, mainly globally threatened wildlife and the conservation breeding of selected species, in combination with environmental education and capacity building of local communities and an expanding in-situ conservation programme.

The ACCB is currently looking to fill the temporary position of Head Keeper. This is a challenging post in a demanding environment suitable for a highly dedicated and motivated individual.

Main duties and responsibilities:

1. Assist with the daily operation of the centre and the further development of the project.
2. Carry out all aspects of animal husbandry (assistance with wildlife confiscations, appropriate rehabilitation and release) and building and maintenance work as required.
3. Organise the daily routine and refine husbandry protocols animal stock of mammals, birds and reptiles in accordance with the centre management.
4. Training and supervision of Cambodian animal keepers and site support staff.
5. Assist with education work and field research, and the preparation of project reports, proposals and other administrative tasks as required.

Requirements:

1. Experience in animal husbandry with a broad spectrum of species, but especially advanced knowledge of large water birds (storks, ibis etc.), ideally in a supervisory role.
2. Good command of English (spoken and written).
3. Excellent organisational and communication skills and ability to multi-task.
4. Good practical skills and computer literacy.
5. Full clean driving licence.
6. Physically fit and able to work in a hot and humid climate.
7. Ability to live under simple conditions in a rural and isolated area.

Conditions / remuneration:

The post is temporary with a minimum of one year (including a probation period of three months) and the possibility to extend the contract into a longer-term position depending on funding availability

Travel expenses at the beginning and the end of the contract will be covered. Free shared accommodation at ACCB and a salary to cover living expenses (650 USD) will be provided.

Preference will be given to candidates indicating that they are prepared to stay for longer periods. The contract will be offered on a compensatory volunteer basis, not as permanent staff of Münster Zoo. Therefore, health or social insurance contributions will not be covered.

Expected starting date: 1st July 2012

Please apply via email including covering letter, CV and the contact details of at least two referees to:

David Ware, Project Manager, Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB), Siem Reap, Cambodia. Email: dave.ware@accb-cambodia.org

and copy your application to:

Dr. Martina Raffel, Allwetterzoo Münster, Sentruper Straße 315, D-48161 Münster, Germany. Email: raffel@allwetterzoo.de

Website:
http://www.accb-cambodia.org/en/index.php

Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/ACCBCambodia

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