Vacancy Announcement

CHIEF TECHNICAL OFFICER (CTO), Maldives

IUCN, International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, is seeking a qualified
individual to join our Maldives Country Project Office.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
The Chief Technical Officer (CTO) is responsible for developing and implementing Project
REGENERATE. The work plan for the Project has been/will be developed in consultation with USAID and
the Government of Maldives and endorsed by the Deputy Regional Director Programme, Asia. The CTO
will take lead responsibility for administration of funding, reporting, staff development and maintenance,
liaison with host organisations, partners, donors, members and other IUCN offices and stakeholders.
The CTO will perform, inter alia, the following roles and responsibilities for Project REGENERATE:
1. Maintaining ownership and accountability for project-specific tasks, which include:
Team and staff recruitment, development, and management
Managing human resources, financial budgets, annual work plans
Project development, proposal writing and submission
Partnership development, donor and stakeholder consultation
Day-to-Day project management and oversight
Lead on technical implementation of the five main aims
Guidance on individual work plans of staff
Development of Annual Project Work and Operational plans
Systematic monitoring and evaluation of on-going project activities
Development of training opportunities to achieve the project objectives and enhance program
implementation
Strategic implementation of proposed activities in close partnership and consultation with GMPP
Representation of the project and IUCN with the Maldives partners, government and USAID
Technical reporting on activities to USAID and the Government of Maldives on behalf of IUCN.
2. Developing and managing coral reef workflows and teams
Managing staff on day-to-day activities to consolidate contributions to IUCN projects
Guiding staff conceptually and motivating a team in a multi-cultural environment
Linking the field projects and collaborating with the Global and other IUCN Regional Marine
Programs in programme planning, development, management and evaluation
Integrating principles of marine conservation, management and science into government policy and
regional conventions
Working with the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network to strengthen assessments and data reach
3. Developing strategic plans and implementing annual work programmes and project activities
that contribute to the emergence of a strategic IUCN programme on technical themes (in
collaboration with relevant IUCN members and partners)
Managing human resources, financial budgets, annual work plans connected to budget lines
Developing proposals and fundraising from national and international donors to develop the program
and cover project activities and direct costs of staff positions
Developing performance indicators to assess the success of the programme component in meeting
its objectives and results.
Reporting on project activities on a regular basis, or as required by IUCN or donors
Managing and reporting on funds used in project activities as per IUCN rules and regulations
4. Communicating the IUCN vision effectively and persuasively, orally and in writing to partners
and donors
Drafting and publishing project reports in appropriate languages and feeding results into
communication activities.
Authoring articles to disseminate information regarding the work of IUCN
Representing IUCN and presenting seminars at national and international meetings
5. Assisting IUCN in developing and maintaining local, regional and national working
relationships with key scientific partners

Developing collaborations with leading laboratories, groups, and universities that undertake cutting
edge science and research on coral reefs;
Generate knowledge and science that is critical to better conservation and management of coral reef
ecosystems
Co-author and publish scientific articles, reports, and guidance documents.
Undertaking other tasks to ensure the effective technical implementation of the programme
Perform other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIREMENTS
Masters Degree in Marine Biodiversity and Conservation, Environmental Science, Coastal and
Marine Management, Marine and Tropical Conservation Biology, or a related field.
At least 8 years of progressively responsible relevant experience in managing development projects
with specific focus on marine biodiversity and conservation.
Prior project management experience, preferably in a field setting, with proven experience in project
design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, financial and stakeholder
management, are essential.
Experience in establishing and maintaining partnerships and working relationships with government
institutions, private and public organizations, communities and other entities. Specific management of
donor-funded projects a distinct advantage.
Prior experience in stakeholder management is required.
Proven experience in leading strategic planning, results-based management, project implementation
and development
Ability to build and lead teams effectively to focus on delivering quality results
Field experience in remote environments and island locations preferred
Excellent communication skills; fluent in verbal and written English
Proficient in the use of office application (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) including web-based
management systems. Experience in project management tools, data analyses, statistical packages,
or other relevant applications, highly advantageous.
Diving certification and proficiency in dive safety and scuba procedures preferred.

Applicants are requested to apply online through the IUCN HR Management System by opening the
vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button at:

https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/1392
Only short-listed candidates will be notified
IUCN is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified women and men.