# Career Opportunity: Join the Wildlife Ecotourism Project Under the Ministry of Forestry
The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry, through the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE), is officially launching a recruitment drive for its Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementation Unit (PIU). This initiative is a vital component of the "Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy" (WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM) project, supported by the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF).
This project aims to bolster biodiversity conservation and ecological resilience within Indonesia’s protected areas. By fostering sustainable wildlife-based tourism and ensuring active, inclusive engagement from local communities, the project strives to generate significant, long-term economic and environmental benefits.
## Available Positions and Locations
We are seeking dedicated professionals to fill roles at the central level in Bogor and at five designated field sites across the archipelago.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU) – Bogor Based
* National Project Manager
* Finance Associate
* Administrative Assistant
* Communication and KM Officer
* Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting Officer
* Policy, Wildlife-based Ecotourism, and Capacity Building Specialist
* Safeguards and Gender Mainstreaming Specialist
2. Project Implementation Unit (PIU) – Site Based
Regional Coordinators/Community Engagement and Capacity Building Officers and Regional Finance and Administrative Officers are required for the following national parks:
* Tanjung Puting National Park
* Way Kambas National Park
* Baluran National Park
* Alas Purwo National Park
* Wakatobi National Park
## General Application Requirements
Applicants must be Indonesian citizens (WNI) and provide a formal cover letter addressed to the National Project Director (NPD) of the WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM project (Director of Environmental Services Utilization). The application package must include:
* An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Copies of academic diplomas and final transcripts.
* Copies of a valid national identity card (KTP) and Tax Identification Number (NPWP).
* A written approval letter from the current supervisor (required for civil servants/ASN).
* A signed Statement of Integrity, available via the [official portal](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Qualifications for National Project Manager
Candidates for the National Project Manager role must meet specific standards to lead this strategic initiative:
* Age and Fitness: Maximum 55 years old with the physical and mental stamina to manage full-time project responsibilities.
* Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Wildlife Conservation, Ecotourism, or Natural Resource Management. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is highly preferred.
* Experience: A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in forestry, natural resource governance, or wildlife tourism management.
* Technical Proficiency: Expertise in project documentation, logical frameworks, budget management, and monitoring and evaluation.
* Leadership and Communication: Exceptional command of English (written and verbal) and the proven ability to coordinate effectively with government agencies, private sectors, academic institutions, and local communities.
## How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for their specific role at the [official project page](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
Applications must be submitted electronically to [email protected]. Please ensure the email subject line strictly follows the designated format:
* For PMU: `Rekrutmen_[CODE]_[Applicant Name]`
* For PIU: `Rekrutmen_[CODE]_[Applicant Name]`
Ensure your documentation is complete and submitted according to the instructions to be considered for these transformative roles in Indonesia's conservation landscape.