# Career Opportunities: Join the Wildlife Ecotourism Conservation Project
The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry, through the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE), has officially launched a recruitment drive for its Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementation Unit (PIU). This initiative is part of the ambitious "Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy" project, supported by the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF).
The primary mission of this project is to strengthen biodiversity conservation and ecosystem resilience across Indonesia’s protected areas. By integrating inclusive wildlife-based ecotourism strategies, the project aims to foster long-term economic benefits for local communities while ensuring the sustainable protection of Indonesia’s natural heritage.
## Project Roles and Strategic Locations
The ministry is seeking qualified professionals to fill vital positions at both the central project office and within regional field offices.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU) – Based in Bogor
The PMU will provide strategic oversight and coordination for national-level operations. Open positions include:
* National Project Manager
* Finance Associate
* Administrative Assistant
* Communication and Knowledge Management Officer
* Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting Officer
* Policy, Wildlife-based Ecotourism, and Capacity Building Specialist
* Safeguards and Gender Mainstreaming Specialist
2. Project Implementation Unit (PIU) – Based at Site Projects
The PIU will focus on on-the-ground execution across five key National Parks:
* Tanjung Puting
* Way Kambas
* Baluran
* Alas Purwo
* Wakatobi
* Regional Coordinators (Community Engagement and Capacity Building)
* Regional Finance and Administrative Officers
## Eligibility Criteria and Application Requirements
Applicants must be Indonesian citizens (WNI) committed to conservation and capable of working in a dynamic multi-stakeholder environment.
Administrative Documentation
All candidates must submit a formal application letter addressed to the National Project Director (NPD), Director of Environmental Services Utilization, including:
* An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Copies of academic diplomas and final transcripts.
* Copies of a valid national ID (KTP) and Tax Identification Number (NPWP).
* For current Civil Servants (ASN), a formal letter of approval from their respective department head.
* A signed Statement Letter using the official template available at [this link](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Qualification Highlights for National Project Manager
Prospective candidates for the National Project Manager role should meet the following benchmarks:
* Education: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Forestry (specifically Forest Resource Conservation, Ecotourism, or Forest Management). A Master’s degree in related fields—such as sustainable development or project management—is highly preferred.
* Experience: At least 10 years of professional experience in forestry, natural resource conservation, or wildlife-based tourism management.
* Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in project document drafting, logical frameworks, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder coordination.
* Communication: Exceptional command of English (written and verbal) and the ability to bridge communication between government bodies, private sectors, and local communities.
## How to Apply
Interested candidates should review the detailed terms of reference and specific qualifications for each position at [this portal](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
Applications must be submitted via email to [email protected]. Please ensure your subject line follows the specified format to ensure your application is processed correctly:
* For PMU positions: `Rekrutmen_[CODE]_ApplicantName` (e.g., `Rekrutmen_SGM_Ahmad Syakilla`)
* For PIU positions: `Rekrutmen_CODE_ApplicantName` (e.g., `Rekrutmen_FAO1_Dian Lestari`)
Join us in shaping the future of Indonesia's conservation landscape and contributing to a sustainable model for wildlife ecotourism that empowers local livelihoods.