# Career Opportunity: Join the Ministry of Forestry's Wildlife Ecotourism Project
Stepping up to protect Indonesia's breathtaking biodiversity while fostering sustainable economic growth is an inspiring mission, and now you have the chance to be at the heart of it. The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry, through the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE), has officially launched a nationwide recruitment drive. They are seeking talented professionals to staff the Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementation Unit (PIU) for an ambitious environmental initiative.
This vital undertaking, officially titled the "Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy" (WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM) project, receives its financial backing from the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF). The core objective is to elevate biodiversity conservation and strengthen ecosystem resilience across crucial conservation zones by rolling out inclusive, wildlife-focused ecotourism models that directly benefit local communities.
## Available Positions and Locations
The recruitment campaign offers diverse roles categorized into central management and regional implementation teams. Depending on your expertise and preferred working environment, you can apply for positions based at the national headquarters or within specific national parks.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU)
* Location: Bogor (Central Office)
* Open Positions:
* National Project Manager
* Finance Associate
* Administrative Assistant
* Communication and Knowledge Management (KM) Officer
* Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting Officer
* Policy, Wildlife-based Ecotourism, and Capacity Building Specialist
* Safeguards and Gender Mainstreaming Specialist
2. Project Implementation Unit (PIU)
* Locations: Baluran National Park, Way Kambas National Park, Alas Purwo National Park, Wakatobi National Park, and Tanjung Puting National Park.
* Open Positions:
* Regional Coordinators / Community Engagement and Capacity Building Officer
* Regional Finance and Administrative Officers
## General Application Requirements
Before submitting your credentials, ensure you meet the foundational administrative criteria established by the Ministry of Forestry:
* Nationality: Must be an Indonesian Citizen (WNI).
* Application Letter: Draft a formal application letter addressed to the National Project Director (NPD) of the Project WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM, who also serves as the Director of Environmental Services Utilization.
* Administrative Dossier:
* An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Copies of your most recent academic diploma and official transcript.
* A copy of your National Identity Card (KTP) and Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP).
* Official written approval from your current supervisor or unit head (mandatory exclusively for civil servants/ASN).
* A signed Statement Letter completed via the official template available at [bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Spotlight on Key Qualifications: National Project Manager (PMU)
While specific role requirements vary across departments, leadership positions like the National Project Manager set a high benchmark for candidate capability.
Core Criteria
* Age & Health: Must be of productive working age, capped at 55 years old upon application, with sound physical and mental well-being to execute full-time project duties.
* Integrity: Displays an unyielding commitment to biodiversity conservation and cross-sector collaboration—spanning government bodies, local communities, academia, and the private sector—formally endorsed via an Integrity Pact.
Educational Background
* Minimum Requirement: A Bachelor's degree (S1) heavily prioritized in Forestry—specifically Forest Conservation and Ecotourism, Forest Management—or other disciplines directly relevant to biodiversity preservation.
* Preferred Qualification: A Master's degree (S2) in Conservation, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Ecotourism, Sustainable Development, Project Management, or closely related fields.
Technical Competencies
* Experience: At least 10 years of professional background in forestry, natural resource management, or tourism administration (particularly wildlife-oriented ventures), including cross-ministerial coordination and climate change policy understanding.
* Strategic Mastery: Deep familiarity with environmental services, wildlife tourism product development, logical frameworks, budgeting, and monitoring-evaluation protocols.
* Communication Skills: Exceptional fluency in both written and spoken English, paired with strong stakeholder engagement abilities.
Note: For detailed qualifications regarding all other open positions, please review the complete Terms of Reference (TOR) document available at [bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
## How to Submit Your Application
Ready to make a tangible impact on Indonesia's natural heritage? Compile your digital documents into a single application package and send it via email to: [email protected].
To ensure your submission is properly sorted by the recruitment committee, use the following mandatory email subject formats:
* For PMU Applicants: `Rekrutmen_[JOB CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: `Rekrutmen_SGM_Ahmad Syakilla`)
* For PIU Applicants: `Rekrutmen_[JOB CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: `Rekrutmen_FAO1_Dian Lestari`)