# 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 Units (PIU). This initiative is a vital component of the "Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy" project, generously funded by the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF).
The primary objective of this project is to bolster biodiversity conservation and enhance ecosystem resilience across Indonesia’s protected areas. By fostering inclusive, wildlife-based ecotourism strategies, the project aims to secure long-term economic prosperity for local communities while ensuring the preservation of Indonesia’s natural heritage.
## Available Positions and Project Locations
The ministry is seeking dedicated professionals to fill roles across central and regional operations.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU) – Bogor
The PMU will operate from the central office in Bogor. Open positions include:
* 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 Units (PIU) – Site Offices
The PIU will focus on field operations at five key national parks:
* Tanjung Puting National Park
* Way Kambas National Park
* Baluran National Park
* Alas Purwo National Park
* Wakatobi National Park
* Regional Coordinators / Community Engagement and Capacity Building Officers
* Regional Finance and Administrative Officers
## General Application Requirements
To be considered for these roles, applicants must meet the following criteria and prepare the necessary documentation:
* Nationality: Must be an Indonesian Citizen (WNI).
* Formal Application: Submit a cover letter addressed to the National Project Director (NPD) of the Wildlife Ecotourism Project (Director of Environmental Services Utilization).
* Documentation:
* Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Copies of academic diplomas and final transcripts.
* Copies of National ID (KTP) and Tax Identification Number (NPWP).
* Letter of approval from your current supervisor (specifically for Civil Servants/ASN).
* A signed Statement Letter using the official format available at: [https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Qualification Highlights for National Project Manager
Candidates for the National Project Manager role must demonstrate extensive expertise in conservation and project management. Key qualifications include:
* Education: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree (S1) in Forestry, Conservation, or Ecotourism. A Master’s degree (S2) is highly preferred.
* Experience: A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in forestry, natural resource management, or wildlife-based tourism.
* Core Competencies: Proficiency in project document development, work planning, logical frameworks, and monitoring and evaluation.
* Strategic Skills: Ability to navigate complex multi-stakeholder environments, including government agencies, private sectors, and international donors.
* Language Proficiency: Excellent command of English (written and verbal).
## How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to review the full technical requirements and Terms of Reference (TOR) at: [https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
Applications must be submitted via email to: [email protected]. Please ensure your email subject line follows the specified format to facilitate processing:
* For PMU: `Rekrutmen_[CODE]_Name of Applicant` (Example: `Rekrutmen_SGM_Ahmad Syakilla`)
* For PIU: `Rekrutmen_[CODE]_Name of Applicant` (Example: `Rekrutmen_FAO1_Dian Lestari`)
We encourage qualified professionals who are passionate about sustainable conservation and community-led ecotourism to submit their applications promptly to contribute to this impactful national project.