Job Opportunity for Project Officer – Wildlife Sniffer Dog Programme (TRAFFIC India) at WWF India in New Delhi
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>Job Description</strong></span></p> <ul> <li>Coordinate the Wildlife Sniffer Dog Training Programme of TRAFFIC & WWF-India:</li> <li>Together with the TRAFFIC India team, make a plan for the 2023-2024 sniffer dog training programme.</li> <li>Liaison with the forest department, training centres, dog kennels and others for organising training of wildlife sniffer dog squads.</li> <li>Monitor wildlife sniffer dog squads already deployed in the field through liaison with the forest department and the dog handlers.</li> <li>Provide regular updates about the achievement of the wildlife sniffer dogs through articles, short films, reports, web releases etc.</li> <li>Organise stakeholders meeting to develop a strategy for a wildlife sniffer dog programme in India.</li> <li>Work for fundraising for the sniffer dog programme. </li> </ul> <p><strong>2. Other Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Help research trends in illegal wildlife trade based on data available online and in open sources and write articles, factsheets and reports.</li> <li>Provide communication and outreach support for TRAFFIC programmes, including creating awareness of illegal wildlife trade issues by assisting in making short films and designing campaigns and publications.</li> <li>Assist in any other programmes as instructed by the Head, TRAFFIC, India Office. </li> </ul> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>Requirements</strong></span></p> <p><strong>Desired qualifications, Experience & Skills:</strong></p> <ul> <li>At least a Graduate in Wildlife Conservation or Management. Masters or Specialization in the similar field will be an added advantage.</li> <li>At least 2 years of work experience in related fields will be given preference.</li> <li>Proven knowledge and skills in wildlife conservation and protection initiatives in India.</li> <li>Excellent coordination and communication skills, including writing and speaking skills</li> <li>Proficiency in undertaking video editing work or in graphic designing and software like Coral Draw, InDesign, Adobe Photoshop and others will be given preference.</li> </ul>
