Marine Protected Area Technical Consultant

About the role

The Marine Protected Area Technical Consultant will provide policy, governance and sustainability expertise on marine protected areas, regional networks and other effective area‑based conservation measures at regional and national levels. The position is home‑based and remote, supporting the implementation of the UN‑funded project to accelerate the 30x30 biodiversity target in the East Asian Seas.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and execute technical aspects of the project related to MPAs and OECMs.
• Ensure technical soundness of deliverables for national projects in Cambodia and the Philippines.
• Develop a sustainability plan for the regional MPA/OECM network, including resource mobilisation and project design.
• Prepare and implement national and regional consultations, training, capacity‑building initiatives and workshops.

Required profile

• University degree in environmental science, natural resource management, sustainable development, public administration, business administration or related field; master’s degree highly desirable.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in marine and coastal environmental issues.
• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and coordination with government agencies, development partners and CSOs.
• Proficiency in project planning, monitoring and evaluation tools.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment, preferably within the United Nations system.
• Experience with Marine Protected Areas and Other Effective Area‑Based Conservation Measures, especially in the East Asian Seas region, is desirable.
• Experience facilitating knowledge sharing, learning exchanges or interactive lectures is desirable.
• Previous involvement with COBSEA’s work is a plus.

Required skills

• Project planning, monitoring and evaluation tools