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NACSO TRAINING INSTITUTE APPLICATION

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Recent Opportunities

 

GIS Specialist NRWG

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Position: GIS Specialist – Natural Resources Working Group (NRWG)
Closing Date: 31 May 2025
Location: Windhoek, Namibia (with potential regional work)

About the Role:
The NACSO Natural Resources Working Group (NRWG) seeks a GIS Specialist to maintain and expand the CONINFO system, a critical GIS and data management tool supporting Namibia’s Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) programme. The role involves modernising spatial data systems, integrating trans-frontier conservation data (e.g., KAZA), and training stakeholders with limited technical resources.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and update the CONINFO GIS database.
  • Expand spatial data coverage to include trans-frontier conservation areas (TFCAs).
  • Develop user-friendly mapping tools (Google Earth, QGIS) for diverse stakeholders.
  • Provide training, mentorship, and spatial analysis support.

Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Environmental/Natural Resource Management, Geomatics, or related field.
  • 8–10 years’ GIS and remote sensing experience, preferably in conservation.
  • Strong skills in database management and stakeholder collaboration.

How to Apply:
Submit a cover letter and CV (max 3 pages) to [applications@nacso.org.na] by 31 May 2025.

GIS Specialist NRWG

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Consultancy Opportunity :State of Community Conservation (SoCC) Report Development

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Position: Short-Term Consultant (Primarily remote with potential meetings in Windhoek)
Contract Duration: June - November 2025 (6 months)
Application Deadline: 25 May 2025
Organisation: Namibian Association of CBNRM Support Organisations (NACSO)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive research and interviews with conservancy representatives, NACSO members, and government partners
  • Develop clear, compelling content in line with the approved report theme
  • Liaise with designers to ensure professional layout and visual presentation
  • Incorporate stakeholder feedback and deliver a print-ready final version
  • Submit all working documents for archiving purposes

Essential Qualifications:

  • Postgraduate degree in Conservation, Environmental Science, Communications, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in research and report writing, preferably in conservation/CBNRM
  • Exceptional written and spoken English skills
  • Proven ability to synthesise complex information into accessible content
  • Experience collaborating with graphic designers and layout artists
  • Familiarity with Namibia's CBNRM programme (distinct advantage)

Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit:

  1. Covering letter highlighting relevant experience
  2. Curriculum Vitae (max 3 pages)
  3. Financial proposal including daily rate (NAD, VAT inclusive)
  4. Two writing samples (preferably published reports)
  5. Detailed work plan with timeline

Submission Details:
Email complete applications to: applications@naeso.org.na
Subject line: "SoCCR 2024 Consultancy Application"

Important Information:

  • Incomplete applications will not be considered
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

     

Consultancy Opportunity :State of Community Conservation (SoCC) Report Development

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Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) Internship 

Natural Resource Management Intern 

NACSO invites applicants to fill one CLP intern position, in the field of natural resource management. 

The applicant should possess the below attributes:

  • Honours in conservation/NRM, environment or similar qualification;
  • Strong understanding of issues within the CBNRM Programme;
  • Drivers’ license will be an advantage;
  • Computer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) / data management skills;
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Good administration, time management and organizational skills;
  • Facilitation skills;
  • Ability to pay attention to detail;
  • Ability to manage some independent work;
  • Strong critical thinking skills;
  • Willing to work for long periods in the field, do some menial tasks in the field, work over weekends;
  • Flexibility and adaptability to change; and
  • Be a team player.

Location

The successful candidate will be based in Windhoek, with a significant amount of travel time in the field. 

 

Business, Enterprise and Livelihood Working Group Intern

NACSO invites applicants to fill one CLP intern position, in the field of business, enterprise and livelihoods. 

The applicant should possess the below attributes

  • Honours in business, business management, business administration or similar qualification;
  • Strong understanding of issues within the CBNRM Programme;
  • Drivers’ license will be an advantage;
  • Computer (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) / data management skills;
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Good administration, time management and organizational skills;
  • Facilitation skills;
  • Ability to pay attention to detail;
  • Ability to manage some independent work;
  • Strong critical thinking skills;
  • Willing to work for long periods in the field, do some menial tasks in the field, work over weekends;
  • Flexibility and adaptability to change; and
  • Be a team player.

Location

The successful candidate will be based in Windhoek, with a significant amount of travel time in the field. 

All applications should be supported with certified documents. Any qualifications obtained outside Namibia should have an evaluation report from NQA.

Applications should be emailed to applications@nacso.org.na – please indicate in the subject line “CLP – Natural Resource Management” or “CLP – Business, Enterprise and Livelihood.” 

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, kindly take note that no applications will be returned. 

Closing date: 21 February 2025, at 16:00

 

Kindly Note that this is a paid two-year internship, with medical aid and social security

Conservation Leadership Programme (CLP) Internship 2025 Applications

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University of Cambridge

Call for MSc scholarships - Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Climate Resilience and Sustainability

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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cambridge is pleased to announce that applications for the 2025/2026 academic year are now open.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the scholarship, candidates:

· Must be citizens of an African country.

· Must be resident in an African country, unless they can show temporary absence for study or work, except they are displaced or have refugee status.

· Must be applying for a master’s course of up to one year in length, at the University of Cambridge.

· Must meet the academic requirement of the course for which they are applying.

What we Offer

The programme covers full tuition costs, a monthly maintenance allowance and a laptop. Other costs covered include visa application fees, International Health Surcharge, and travel costs.

Application Process

To be eligible for a scholarship offer, students are required to secure an admission from the relevant department. The Application process commences with an application for admission to the University of Cambridge via the course directory, to be completed by the funding deadline (which will be either the 5th December or 5th January depending on the course):- https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses.

Applicants should ensure that they meet the academic requirements of selected courses. If the academic requirements for a course are not met, students will not qualify for the application fee waiver.

As part of the application process, prospective scholars will be required to provide a supplementary statement that indicates their personal commitment to contributing to climate-resilience and sustainable futures for Africa.

Detailed information about the application process is available on the programme website which can be accessed at https://www.mastercardfoundation.fund.cam.ac.uk/.

Deadline

The deadline for submitting applications for funding is the 5th of December 2024 for courses with a 5th of December deadline and 5th of January 2025 for courses with a 5th of January deadline. When making an application, pay close attention to the funding deadline.

Please note that email attachments will not be accepted.

For any application related inquiries, please check the FAQ section of the website:FAQ | Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (cam.ac.uk)  If the response to your query is not resolved from the available responses, please email applications@mastercardfoundation.fund.cam.ac.uk

The programme supports diversity in all its forms and actively encourages women, refugees, internally displaced people, and people with disabilities to apply.