Conservation Biologist, Vulture Conservation Program

Experience Required

More than 1 year

Bird Conservation Nepal (BCN), the BirdLife International Partner in Nepal, invites applications from qualified Nepali citizens for the position of Conservation Biologist. BCN’s Vulture Conservation Program leads vulture conservation across Nepal in collaboration with CBOs, NGOs, INGOs and Government line agencies.

Position

Conservation Biologist, Vulture Conservation Program

Reports to

Vulture Conservation Program Manager

Duty station

Butwal, Rupandehi, with frequent field travel

Duration

One year with the possibility of extension on a contract basis

Main Responsibilities

The Conservation Biologist will be responsible for carrying out scientific surveys, liaison with government line agencies, NGOs, CBOs, local communities carrying out awareness and advocacy, and contributing to fundraising for the program to strengthen Vulture Safe Zones.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Master’s degree in Zoology, Forestry, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or any other relevant subjects. Ability to work in rural environment and travel widely. Good command of both English and Nepali languages and familiar with standard computer software. Strong presentation, communication and interpersonal skills. Valid motorbike (two-wheeler) driving license.

Salary

According to BCN’s salary scale and policies

Detailed TOR can be downloaded from links below.

BCN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing, soliciting or influencing will be treated as a disqualification for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

About Company

Established in 1982, Bird Conservation Nepal (BCN) is the leading organization in Nepal, focusing on the conservation of birds, their habitats and sites. It seeks to promote interest in birds amongst the general public, encourage research on birds and identify major threats to birds' continued survival. As a result, we are the foremost scientific authority providing accurate information on birds and their habitats throughout Nepal. We provide scientific data and expertise on birds for the Government of Nepal through the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (DNPWC) and work closely in birds and biodiversity conservation throughout the country.

BCN is a membership-based organization with a Founder President, patrons, life members, friends of BCN and several supporters. Our membership provides strength to the society and is drawn from people of all walks of life from students, professionals and conservationists. Our members act collectively to set the organization's strategic agenda.

We are committed to showing the value of birds and their special relationship with people. As such, we strongly advocate the need for peoples' participation as future stewards to attain long-term conservation goals.

As the Nepalese Partner of Birdlife International, a network of more than 110 organizations around the world, BCN also works on a worldwide agenda to conserve the world's birds and their habitats.