Stakeholder Engagement Officer

Project Description

The Saving Mr. Mom: The Philippine Seahorse Program (PSP) is implemented by the Zoological Society of London Philippines (ZSL PH), Project Seahorse (PS) and the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (DA-BFAR). The PSP will support the Philippine government and the Philippine iSeahorse Network (PiN) in implementing the 2016 National Plan of Action for Seahorses to improve the conservation status of these threatened species, many of which are globally threatened. Further, the PSP will help grow understanding of seahorses, strengthen marine protected areas, enhance enforcement of fisheries regulations against illegal gears, and move trade toward sustainability according to CITES regulations, including developing seahorse-specific management measures.

Purpose of the Role

Key Responsibilities

• A university degree in Social Science, Conservation Science, Environmental Science or related subject area, or equivalent qualification, or demonstrate such a level of equivalent qualifications and experience through relevant practical work experience;
•  At least three (2) to five (3) years experience in community organizing in fishing community;
•  Experience in conducting MPA MEAT assessments, and People Organization establishment and strengthening
•  Extensive experience in community meetings, coordination with partners, facilitations, and advocacy campaigns;
•  Experience in species-specific conservation projects; and in MPA establishment/strengthening;
• Preferably with previous experience in non-government organizations (NGO) settings and natural resource conservation and management programs.

We’re ZSL, an international conservation charity. Through our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos (London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo), the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and we’re working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction.  

In 2010, the ZSL-Philippines Country Office was established as a duly accredited non-government organization registered under the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as a local branch of a foreign charitable institution registered in UK and holds its primary office in Iloilo City.

Project Staff Base

The Finance and Admin Officer (FAO) shall be based at ZSL Philippines Field Office in Cebu City, Central Visayas, Philippines with corresponding fieldwork and travel to target project sites and the opportunity to visit other ZSL Philippines project sites.

Vacant Position

1 Vacancy

What do we offer? 

At ZSL, we are proud of our approach to employee benefits which include the following:

• Our vision and purpose - you’ll work alongside colleagues who are passionate about science-led conservation, knowing that you will help us to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wildlife going extinct.
• Holidays – 15 days paid annual leave during each 12-month period worked, plus national and public holidays as per the Labor Laws of the Philippines
• Sick Leave- ZSL Philippines showcases a 6 week generous leave compensation for each staff that ensures enough recovery for those who are with illness. 
• 13th Month Pay
• Wellbeing – ZSL provides medical health insurance (HMO) for the staff  and 3 of his/her dependents (spouse & children).
• International accident insurance coverage.
• Paid Maternity leave and paternity leave aside.
• Monthly communications allowance
• Chances for travel to ZSL project sites across the country as well as to our international offices. 
• Staff Emergency Loan Fund benefit after 6 months.