Program Coordinator

WWF is one of the world's largest and most respected independent conservation organizations, with almost 5 million supporters and a global network active in over 100 countries. WWF's mission is to stop the degradation of the earth's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by conserving the world's biological diversity, ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable, and promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.

WWF-Vietnam is one country component of the WWF Greater Mekong and is the implementing arm for projects in Vietnam mainly in Central Annamites, Southern Annamites and the Mekong Delta. Our major activities focus on Freshwater, Forestry, Marine and Aquaculture, Agriculture and Agroforestry, Policy and Advocacy.

We are currently seeking for an well-qualified and experienced Vietnamese candidate to fill a full-time position of PROGRAM COORDINATOR, Southern Annamites biodiversity projects and species conservation program. The position will be based in Hanoi city, Vietnam with frequent travel to Landscapes.

Main responsibilities:
The Program Coordinator plays the lead role in the planning and coordination of the WWF effort to conserve Southern Annamites biodiversity projects and species conservation program crossing to the country. He/she is responsible for all aspects of this work, including the planning, coordination aspects of the biodiversity projects and species programme under technical advisory of Conservation Program Manager. He/she organizes project execution consistent with programme objectives engaging national counterparts and building reputation for quality design and reliable delivery.

Qualifications and Experience:
· Bachelor degree in natural resources management, environmental or conservation management, bioregional planning, development studies, or in relevant fields
· Qualification in Project Management
· 5 years of practical experience in leading and managing programme or project, 2 years of which should be in the related fields & landscape
· Experience of working in species conservation program
· Proven experience of managing programmes funded by a diversity of sources including governments and aid agencies, private sector donors
· Thorough understanding of socio-economic, conservation and development issues in Vietnam and in the landscape in charge
· Knowledge of the policy/institutional context related to conservation and the government agencies,  development partners, donor institutions, and the not-for-profit sector in the landscape
· Excellent understanding of development partnerships, fund-raising, donor strategies, functions, governmental and international relations
· Good people management, coaching & capacity building
· Good communications, presentation & negotiation
· Good coordination & facilitation skills
. English Proficiency

The detailed Job Description of the position and requirement is posted on www.panda.org/greatermekong.
Interested candidates should email a cover letter, CV and available degrees and qualifications in English to Ms. Bui Thu Hien, HR Officer, WWF-Vietnam.

Email: [email protected], or post to WWF Vietnam Office at D13 Thang Long International Village, Cau Giay District, Hanoi, Vietnam.

Closing date for applications: 14 December 2012.