The International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO) is an intergovernmental organization promoting the sustainable management and conservation of tropical forests and the expansion and diversification of international trade in tropical timber from sustainably managed and legally harvested forests. ITTO is an action and field-oriented organization with more than 30 years of experience. It has funded and assisted in the implementation of more…

The second of two meetings organised by Denmark as Chair of the European Network Integrate will take place on 29 September 01 October 2020. The main topic is on how to integrate segregation in Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) and the tools, scale and processes involved. The venue is the Grib Forest near Hillerød north of Copenhagen. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from the Danish example, as Denmark is in the process of doubling the…

The Conservation Coordinator position with The Nature Conservancy may manage conservation data, participate in conservation planning, develop project packages, respond to landowner inquiries and maintain manual project records. May include collecting, assembling and analyzing various types of data, in the field or through document surveys, producing maps using GIS software and assisting in the production of reports. Work may be done in the field…

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), in collaboration with UNWOMEN and World Food Program (WFP), has received support from the European Development Fund (EDF) under the EU Support to Response, Recovery and Resilience in Borno State, to implement a 3-year program to restore and improve sustainable agriculture-based livelihoods for food security, employment, and nutrition improvement in Borno State. FAO’s interventions include supporting…

The Marawi siege that began in the latter part of May 2017 has caused severe destruction of facilities and more importantly loss of livelihoods and disruption in the food supply chain. The FAO is providing technical expertise and assistance to contribute to the achievement of the full recovery and rehabilitation process. FAO developed a document entitled "FAO Response to Marawi and Affected Municipalities in Lanao del Sur, Emergency Assistance…

Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT) is seeking two volunteer Wildlife Trainees to join the team in delivering a programme of works across Buckinghamshire reserves. The Volunteer will have access to the following training, among others: Education on variety of habitats including chalk grassland, wetland and woodland; Conservation techniques; Practical nature reserve management skills; Introduction to Botany; First aid certification. Key…

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is soliciting applications for a consultancy position. The Great Green Wall for the Sahara and the Sahel Initiative (GGWSSI) is a pan-African initiative to restore and sustainably manage land in the Sahel-Saharan region in order to address both poverty and land degradation. In more recent years the vision has evolved into an integrated ecosystem management approach for the achievement of…

The second of two meetings organised by Denmark as Chair of the European Network Integrate will take place on 29-30 April 2020. The main topic is on how to integrate segregation in SFM and the tools, scale and processes involved. The venue is the Grib Forest near Hillerød north of Copenhagen. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from the Danish example, as Denmark is in the process of doubling the state forest area to be set-a-side for…

The Collaborative Partnership on Forests (CPF) is awarding one extraordinary individual for improving our forests and the lives of people who depend on them! The CPF launched the first Wangari Maathai Award in 2012 to honour and commemorate the impact of this extraordinary woman who championed forest issues around the world. In 2019, the CPF will award another individual for her/his outstanding achievements for forests. The awardee will receive a…

The National Forest Foundation (NFF) Matching Awards Program (MAP) provides funding for results-oriented on-the-ground projects that enhance forest health and outdoor experiences on National Forests and Grasslands. MAP supports the implementation of on-the-ground conservation and restoration projects that have an immediate, quantifiable impact on the National Forest System. These projects provide a lasting impact to the lands, waters, and…

This live discussion on Youth leadership in climate smart landscapes (WUYLF) will be held on 13 May 2019 (22:00-00:00 UTC+09:00) by Wageningen University Youth for Landscapes Forum exploring the role of youth leadership in the co-creation of innovative climate smart knowledge. Photos, mind maps, visual representations, stories, business plans and novel ideas developed in the workshop will thus offer insights for the interactive youth-led panel…

The Global Symposium on Soil Erosion (GSER19) will be a science-policy meeting, held over three days, from 15-17 May, at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) headquarters in Rome, Italy. The main objective is to establish a common platform to present and discuss the latest information on the status of interventions and innovations in the field of soil erosion and related land management. The Organizing Committee of the Global Symposium…

The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland conservation charity. It is important to see a UK rich in native woods and trees, for people and wildlife. The Trust aims to engage and inspire people about woods and trees to help meet vision of creating, restoring and protecting woodland. The Market Research Executive will complete market research projects and guide teams across the Trust with questionnaire development, online survey set up, data…

The Ecosystem Service Patnership (ESP) organizes regional conferences every other year.This conference is organized to draw attention to the key role ecosystems are playing in the development of the economy, human wellbeing and culture in (Sub-Saharan) Africa. Yet, in spite of all the benefits of ecosystem services (or Nature’s Contributions to People) the ecosystems providing them are facing many threats affecting the livelihoods and resilience…

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) in association with its Thailand Operations Hub (THOH) is calling for applications for Peatland and Knowledge Management Specialist based in Jakarta, Indonesia. Seasonal peatland fires are now compromising Indonesia’s economic and social development by creating considerable threats to health, the environment, and the economy. In recognition of the importance of peatlands for biodiversity…

Understanding the effectiveness of the natural flood management (NFM) research program is funded and directed by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). It aims to: ‘improve understanding of the suitability and effectiveness of different NFM measures for a range of flood risk scenarios’ Outputs from the programme will improve the NFM evidence base, and help policymakers, businesses, and local communities make best use of NFM measures…

About Food insecurity, climate change, biodiversity loss, and chemical pollution: Whilst it is widely acknowledged that we urgently need to transform our food systems to ensure our common future on this planet, too little is known about the countries or states that take fundamental steps towards that aim. On the occasion of World Food Day 2021, the World Future Council and the Pesticide Action Network Asia and Pacific are organising a timely…

The objective of the project is to mainstream the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and ecosystem services into coastal zone management and into the operations and policies of the tourism and physical development sectors in the Republic of Mauritius through a ‘land- and seascape wide’ integrated management approach based on the Environmental Sensitive Areas’ (ESAs) inventory and assessment. More specifically, the project will…

The local office abroad will provide personal and professional training. This may include one-on-one conversations, group learning or workshops. Upon arrival, a seminar will be hosted by the local office to revisit your goals and expectations and support you with localization. Before going abroad, a seminar will be hosted by your local office which includes goal and expectation setting to prepare you. By 2020, promote the implementation of…

From May 8-12, the world’s leading experts on climate change will gather in Kyoto, Japan to visit the Global Landscapes Forum 2019. Panels and guest speakers will report and explore how transformative landscape solutions can support the fight against climate change and alleviate poverty for the most vulnerable. The proposed core topics of GLF Kyoto include, among others: Land-based pathways to stay below 1.5 degrees Restoration opportunities for…

The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center (UMESC) is soliciting interest from qualified individuals to serve as a Supervisory Ecologist. The candidate will join other competent scientists, technicians, and support staff of the USGS working in more than 400 locations in the United States. Key responsibilities will be, among others: Implement and manage a comprehensive and dynamic ecological research program…

Cuso International in collaboration International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is offering a volunteer position for a Water And Wetlands Officer. Key responsibilities will be among many others: Assist with studies and management activities related to climate change vulnerability and adaptation at the Xe Champhone and Beung Kiat Ngong Wetlands; Assist in strengthening capacities of water/natural resources/wetlands users to apply…

The Global Symposium on Soil Erosion (GSER19), ‘Stop soil erosion, Save our future’ will be held from 15-17 May 2019, at the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Headquarters in Rome, Italy. This science-policy meeting is co-organized by the UN FAO and its Global Soil Partnership (GSP), the Intergovernmental Technical Panel on Soils (ITPS), together with the Science-Policy Interface (SPI) of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification…

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Forestry and Land Use Manager to provide technical and programmatic support to the Lands program in India at remote locations. The successful candidate will have a good understanding of technical, institutional and market aspects of forestry, and particularly agroforestry, in the Indian context. The position will directly support the Lead - India Lands Program in advancing the organization’s forestry-related…

Berkshire, Buckinghamshire & Oxfordshire Wildlife Trust is restoring nature across these beautiful counties and empowering people to connect with their local wildlife. As they work to manage habitats to tackle the nature and climate crises locally, they provide vital breathing spaces in a crowded world, their expert team work with more than 1,700 volunteers to look after 85 nature reserves and four education centres, run hundreds of amazing…