Project Support Officer

Project Background

TRAFFIC International East Africa implements USAID and GIZ-supported projects to enhance law enforcement knowledge and capacity to combat illegal wildlife trade in mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar, respectively. Under the GIZ- strengthening the judicial framework regarding wildlife legislation and relevant legal mechanisms in Zanzibar-supported project, TRAFFIC International East Africa is envisioned to undertake a Zanzibar-level case law analysis to build the necessary understanding of what laws are being used most effectively and where additional capacity/ legislative amendment is needed. The analysis will identify gaps and opportunities and provide recommendations for the respective government authorities, NGOs, other stakeholders, and the partnership program on possible future intervention points.

With this background, TRAFFIC is recruiting a Project Support Officer who will work under the guidance and management of the Project Manager and Partnership and legal officer to provide technical support to implement the activities.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Characteristic Duties

The successful candidate will research strengthening the judicial framework regarding wildlife legislation and relevant legal mechanisms in Zanzibar. However, the candidate will also be expected to support the team activities in East Africa where necessary. He/she will ensure the effective delivery of the project in close collaboration with the overall GIZ Project lead, Partnership and Legal Officer.

Specific Duties

• Work together with the Partnership and Legal Officer to develop and undertake research on strengthening the judicial framework regarding wildlife legislation and relevant legal mechanisms in Zanzibar.
• Carry out court case monitoring activities, and fieldwork, and conduct interviews and literature reviews.
• Compile reports, briefing papers, and other communication outputs.
• Develop recommendations for actions to address illegal and unsustainable trade and encourage uptake in Tanzania.
• Work with the Partnership and Legal Officer to ensure timely preparations and submission of project reports (annual, quarterly, and monthly) and any other documents required by TRAFFIC and the project donors, including review and quality control elements;
• Assist with project administration as needed, including meeting and workshop scheduling, writing minutes and agendas, and distributing reference material for meeting preparation;
• Attend training on technical matters as well as donor requirements, including keeping up to date on TRAFFIC and the project’s rules and regulations;
• Other duties as required by the line manager.

Expectations of the Role

• Collaborate and maintain strong internal relationships with TRAFFIC regional teams in Africa and globally, ensuring all actions are synergistic, complementary and demonstrate value for money;
• Ensure the technical quality and timely delivery of planned activities;
• Ensure adherence to TRAFFIC’s research and data management protocols;
• Ensure data collection for the TRAFFIC Information System.

REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree in law or relevant social science disciplines such as political science, wildlife and environmental studies, sociology, or communication is required.
• Research and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of wildlife laws and conservation would be an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of standard word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, database software, and electronic communication technology.
• Knowledge in legal and/or social science research, including field data collection, data entry, coding, analysis, and research report writing.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili is required.