# Career Opportunities in Conservation: Join the Wildlife Ecotourism Project Team
Are you passionate about preserving Indonesia's rich biodiversity while empowering local communities through sustainable tourism? The Ministry of Forestry, through the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE), has officially launched an exciting recruitment drive for the Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementation Unit (PIU).
This nationwide initiative falls under the umbrella of the "Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy" (WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM) project. Backed by vital funding from the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF), the project aims to bolster ecosystem resilience and biodiversity conservation across key protected areas by fostering inclusive, wildlife-based tourism models that deliver lasting economic benefits.
## Available Positions and Locations
The recruitment opens doors for diverse professionals looking to make a tangible impact at the national headquarters or directly within frontline conservation sites.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU)
* Location: Bogor (National Headquarters)
* Open Roles:
* National Project Manager
* Finance Associate
* Administrative Assistant
* Communication and Knowledge Management (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)
* Locations: Five premier National Parks across Indonesia:
* Tanjung Puting National Park
* Way Kambas National Park
* Baluran National Park
* Alas Purwo National Park
* Wakatobi National Park
* Open Roles per Site:
* Regional Coordinators / Community Engagement and Capacity Building Officer
* Regional Finance and Administrative Officers
## General Requirements for Applicants
To be considered for any of the roles within the PMU or PIU, candidates must fulfill the following administrative criteria:
* Nationality: Must be an Indonesian Citizen (Warga Negara Indonesia - WNI).
* Application Letter: Submit a formal application letter addressed to the National Project Director (NPD) of the Project WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM (Director of Environmental Services Utilization).
* Administrative Document Checklist:
* Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Copies of the latest academic diplomas and transcripts.
* Copy of National Identity Card (KTP) and Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP).
* Official Letter of Approval from a direct supervisor or unit head (mandatory exclusively for civil servants/ASN).
* A signed Statement Letter using the official template available at: [bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Spotlight: Qualifications for the National Project Manager (PMU)
For those aiming for leadership within the PMU, candidates must meet rigorous professional and technical benchmarks.
General Criteria
* Maximum age of 55 years old at the time of application.
* Excellent physical and mental health, with the capacity to fulfill full-time duties throughout the project lifespan.
* Unwavering integrity, a deep commitment to biodiversity conservation, and proven capability to collaborate across government sectors, local communities, academia, and the private sector.
Educational Background
* Minimum Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree (S1) in Forestry—with a strong preference for Forest Resource Conservation and Ecotourism, Forest Management, or other fields closely related to biodiversity conservation.
* Preferred Qualification: Master’s Degree (S2) in Conservation, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Ecotourism, Sustainable Development, Project Management, or related disciplines.
Technical Competencies
* At least 10 years of professional experience in forestry, natural resource management, or sustainable tourism (specifically wildlife-based travel), including cross-ministerial coordination and familiarity with climate change and environmental issues.
* Comprehensive understanding of environmental service management and sustainable wildlife tourism concepts.
* Demonstrated expertise in drafting project documents, management plans, work plans, budgets, logical frameworks, and monitoring/evaluation structures.
* Familiarity with sustainable tourism standards, animal welfare, visitor management, and conservation business financing models.
* Exceptional communication, negotiation, and cross-cultural coordination skills.
* Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
* Prior familiarity with government regulations, UNDP guidelines, and GEF mechanisms is considered a strong advantage.
> Detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) and specific qualifications for all other positions can be accessed via the official portal at: [bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
## How to Apply
All applications must be submitted digitally via email to: [email protected]
To ensure your application is processed correctly, please format your email subject line strictly according to the guidelines below:
* For PMU Applicants:
`Recruitment_[POSITION CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: Recruitment_SGM_Ahmad Syakilla)
* For PIU Applicants:
`Recruitment_[POSITION CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: Recruitment_FAO1_Dian Lestari)