Supply Reduction Officer

China

Organization: IUCN - International Union for Conservation of Nature, Asia and Oceania
Location: China
Grade: Administrative support - A3 - Locally recruited position
Occupational Groups:
- Logistics
- Supply Chain
Closing Date: Closed

Supply Reduction Officer

BACKGROUND

TRAFFIC is the leading non-governmental organization working globally on trade in wild animals and plants in the context of both biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.

TRAFFIC International is a charity and limited company registered in the UK. TRAFFIC’s head office, based in Cambridge UK, provides worldwide leadership, coordination, cross-regional and corporate functions. TRAFFIC’s local engagement is managed through programme offices operating under the auspices of the UK charity, with staff based in a hub office and at other strategic locations where necessary. Programme offices operate within a geographic area of responsibility focused on one or multiple countries where TRAFFIC aims to help deliver priority programme outcomes. TRAFFIC works in strategic alliance with IUCN and WWF on wildlife trade issues.

JOB DESCRIPTION

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

The Supply Reduction Officer will implement the projects related to IWT under the guidance of the Line Manager. This position is especially focused on market monitoring, data input and analysis, research report writing, and intelligence sharing with law enforcement agencies. The role also supports Line Manager to develop SR proposals, prepare technical reports, and exchange information related to wildlife trade.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Implement the IWT projects in China under the guidance of Line Manager.
• Conduct regular and systematic physical and online market survey based on the requirements of TRAFFIC projects.
• Input IWT data in TRAFFIC’s database.
• Analyze and disseminate data to relevant enforcement agencies, and monitor enforcement impacts.
• Write IWT trade reports based on the data analysis.
• Work with Chinese members of the Coalition to End Wildlife Trafficking Online to deal with IWT information and dealers.
• Assist in the development of SR proposals and technical report.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and other colleagues in documentation of project’s achievements.
• Support Communication officer in drafting press release.
• Other responsibilities required by Line Manager.

REQUIREMENTS

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.

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