Project Technical Officer

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About WWF-Vietnam

WWF was one of the first International non-government organizations working in Vietnam. In 1985, WWF began working on a national conservation strategy and since then has worked closely with the Vietnamese Government on a diverse range of environmental issues and implemented field activities across the country. Find out more at http://vietnam.panda.org/. WWF recognizes that its employees are its most important asset. A competent workforce, thoroughly trained, properly motivated and bound together by mutual trust and common objectives is crucial to the success of WWF.

We are looking for a Project Technical Officer for the Sand Mining Project, based in Ho Chi Minh City Office, with frequent travel to project sites in the Mekong Delta

Sand Mining is a new project with WWF-Vietnam working to clean up the sand mining industry through a program of deep research, modelling, and government engagement. This five-year project will take you across the Mekong delta, working alongside the private and public sector to alter the course of destructive sand mining practices, contributing to Vietnam’s long-term sustainable development.

The Project Technical Officer is in charge of implementation of activities in relation to the IKI Sand Mining project “Drifting Sands: Mitigating the impacts of climate change in the Mekong Delta through public and private sector engagement in the sand industry” started in July 2019. The position may also contribute to other projects/ programmes under the Freshwater Practice.

Key requirements for the role:

• Bachelor degree in fields related Sediments science, Hydrology, Geology and Mining, Civil Engineering.

• At least 3 years of practical experience in areas related to the above-mentioned areas.

• Practical experience in GIS software and tools.

• Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Collaboration, Respect & Integrity.

• Demonstrates WWF behaviors in ways of working: Strive for Impact, Listen Deeply, Collaborate Openly, Innovate Fearlessly;

• Adheres to WWF’s brand values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging;

How to apply:

The detailed terms of references can be found here: https://vietnam.panda.org/en/get_involved/jobs/?uNewsID=367176

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, curriculum vitae in English, and scan/photo of relevant diplomas/certificates to recruitment.vn@wwf.org.vn with the title: [April 2021] PO Sand Mining - Full name in the subject of the email by April 25th, 2021.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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