Extension Assistant
African Parks (AP)
招聘信息详细内容
African Parks (AP) is a non-profit organisation that takes on direct responsibility for rehabilitation and long-term management of protected areas, in partnership with governments and local communities. By adopting a business approach to conservation, supported by donor funding, African Parks aims to make each park sustainable in the long-term, thereby contributing to economic development and poverty alleviation. Currently
African Parks in Malawi manages Majete Wildlife Reserve, Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserves and Liwonde National Park.
African Parks – Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve invites suitably qualified, experienced and passionate Malawians to fill the following vacant position.
EXTENSION ASSISTANT
Reporting to: Environmental Education Officer
Location : T/A Mwansambo Nkhotakota District
Job Responsibilities
• * Planning and implementing extension and environmental education activities among local communities and schools bordering Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve
• Act as liaison assistant between village/zone natural resources committees and African Parks – Nkhotakota.
• Coordinate and facilitate community meetings and functions at village level
• Initiate community led livelihood and development activities in collaboration with the local communities
• Establish and promote good public relations with various stakeholders, particularly local communities and traditional leaders
• Facilitate exchange of knowledge, skills and experience between staff, community members and other stakeholders
• Preparing monthly technical reports
Qualification and Experience
• * Diploma in any of the following Wildlife Management, Natural Resources Management, Forestry, Agriculture Extension
• Education (majoring in Biology) or Environmental science from a recognized institution
• At least two years post qualification working experience with a reputable organization
• Innovative trainer and facilitator
• Self-starter and ready to work in rural areas
• Team player and ability to prioritise competing demands
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in management of small to medium enterprises and environmental education is an added advantage
• A motor cycle license is a must.
Applicants should send their Current Curriculum Vitae with names of three traceable referees and a motivation letter to:
The Human Resources Manager,
Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve,
Box 47, Nkhotakota
or Email: recruitMalawi@africanparks.org not later than Friday 24th February 2023.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted through mobile phone.
African Parks is an equal opportunity employer, Female Candidates who are qualified are encouraged to apply
