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Position title:
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Connectivity Project Officer
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Reports to:
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Connectivity and Climate Change Manager
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Country Program/Sector:
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WCS Mongolia Program
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Location:
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Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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Position type:
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Full-time
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Fluency in Mongolian and proficiency in English required. |
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Expected travel
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Frequent travel to remote field sites in South Gobi and other regions as needed, sometimes at short notice and for extended durations.
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ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a US non-profit, tax-exempt, private organization established in 1895 that saves wildlife and wild places by understanding critical issues, crafting science-based solutions, and taking conservation actions that benefit nature and humanity. With more than a century of experience, long-term commitments in dozens of landscapes, presence in more than 60 nations, and experience helping to establish over 150 protected areas across the globe, WCS has amassed the biological knowledge, cultural understanding and partnerships to ensure that vibrant, wild places and wildlife thrive alongside local communities. Working with local communities and organizations, that knowledge is applied to address species, habitat and ecosystem management issues critical to improving the quality of life of poor rural people whose livelihoods depend on the direct utilization of natural resources.
MONGOLIA PROGRAM OVERVIEW:
Established in Ulaanbaatar in 2003, WCS Mongolia has dedicated over two decades to the conservation of Mongolia’s rich wildlife and expansive landscapes. The organization focuses on science-driven, landscape-level conservation, with key efforts in the Southern Gobi and Eastern Steppe, alongside emerging initiatives in Central Mongolia. In addition to regional projects, WCS Mongolia engages in national-level conservation efforts, collaborating with governments, communities, NGOs, and industries to promote biodiversity preservation, landscape connectivity, and sustainable resource management. In 2024, WCS Mongolia launched a five-year strategy focused on three key pillars: enhancing ecological function, strengthening landscape connectivity, and building resilience to climate change. These pillars guide the organization’s work, with the overarching vision of ensuring Mongolia’s ecological integrity for future generations.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Connectivity Project Officer will support WCS Mongolia’s Connectivity and Climate Change Team by coordinating and facilitating stakeholder engagement focused on advancing landscape connectivity under WCS Mongolia’s 2030 strategy. The role involves working closely with government agencies, private sector partners, and other stakeholders to support the integration of biodiversity considerations into infrastructure and development planning. The Project Officer will assist with organizing stakeholder meetings, workshops, and consultations, help translate scientific findings into accessible policy support materials and contribute to monitoring and reporting project activities.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Stakeholder Coordination
- Facilitate communication with government, private sector, and community stakeholders.
- Organize and support workshops, consultations, and bilateral meetings.
- Support building and maintaining trusted relationships with technical counterparts and decision-makers
2. Project Implementation and Tracking
- Assist the Connectivity and Climate Change Team in coordinating the activities across different projects under WCS Mongolia’s 2030 strategy on connectivity and climate.
- Maintain work plans, activity tracking tools, and progress summaries.
- Support drafting internal and donor reports in English and Mongolian.
3. Policy Support and Engagement
- Assist in preparing policy documents that translate scientific findings into actionable guidance for landscape connectivity.
- Contribute to monitoring and summarizing relevant policy developments at national and provincial levels.
- Support the team in ensuring scientific findings are clearly communicated to relevant stakeholders.
4. Other duties
- Represent WCS Mongolia at relevant meetings when needed.
- Contribute to maintaining a positive and collaborative team culture.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support WCS Mongolia’s mission and strategic objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Education:
- A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resource management or a related field. A master’s degree is an advantage.
Experience:
- At least 5 years of experience in project coordination, conservation, or rural development.
- Experience engaging with government, private sector, and/or communities is desirable.
- Familiarity with infrastructure, land use, or climate adaptation policy is an advantage.
Skill:
- Strong coordination, facilitation, and organizational abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Mongolian and English.
- Ability to work with diverse stakeholders in multi-sectoral settings.
- Organized, reliable, and detail oriented.
- Adaptable and self-motivated, with a strong commitment to conservation.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Submit one pdf file including your 1) CV in English, 2) one-page cover letter in English explaining your interest in and suitability for this position, and 3) Diploma copies;
- The subject line of your email submission with “Application – Connectivity Project Officer” and interested applicants should submit the following btsolmon@wcs.org email address;
- Applications should be sent on or before 5:00pm Friday 8th August 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted;
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Mongolia Program
201 San Business Center, Amar Street-29, Small ring road, Sukhbaatar district, Ulaanbaatar 14200, Mongolia. Tel: +976-11-323719