# Join the National Wildlife Ecotourism Project: Career Opportunities with the Ministry of Forestry
Protecting Indonesia’s rich biodiversity while empowering local communities has never been more urgent, and you now have a direct opportunity to drive this vital mission. The Ministry of Forestry, through the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE), has officially opened recruitment for dedicated professionals to join the Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementation Unit (PIU).
This nationwide initiative operates under the umbrella of the "Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy" (WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM) project. Backed by funding from the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF), the program aims to bolster ecosystem resilience and biodiversity conservation across critical protected areas in Indonesia by fostering inclusive, sustainable, and economically viable wildlife tourism.
## Available Positions and Locations
The recruitment drive encompasses various strategic roles based at the central office and multiple high-value conservation sites across the archipelago.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU)
* Work Location: Bogor, West Java
* 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)
* Work Location: Selected National Parks across Indonesia
* Baluran National Park
* Way Kambas National Park
* Alas Purwo National Park
* Wakatobi National Park
* Tanjung Puting National Park
* Open Positions:
* Regional Coordinators / Community Engagement and Capacity Building Officers
* Regional Finance and Administrative Officers
## General Application Requirements
To ensure a transparent and qualified selection process, all applicants must meet the following baseline administrative criteria:
* Nationality: Must be an Indonesian Citizen (WNI).
* Application Letter: Addressed to the National Project Director (NPD) of the WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM Project (Director of Environmental Services Utilization).
* Mandatory Documents:
* Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Scopies of academic diplomas and final transcripts.
* Copy of National Identity Card (KTP) and Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP).
* Official Letter of Approval from a direct supervisor or unit head (mandatory exclusively for civil servants/ASN).
* A completed and signed Statement Letter, accessible via [this official link](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Spotlight on Key Qualifications: National Project Manager (PMU)
While specific terms of reference (TOR) vary by role, leadership positions such as the National Project Manager demand a rigorous blend of technical expertise and administrative acumen. Candidates for this pivotal role must fulfill the following criteria:
* Age & Health: Productive age, maximum 55 years old at the time of application, with sound physical and mental health to fulfill full-time duties throughout the project lifecycle.
* Integrity & Commitment: Demonstrated dedication to biodiversity conservation and the capacity to navigate multi-stakeholder environments involving government bodies, local communities, academics, and the private sector.
* Educational Background:
* Minimum Bachelor’s degree (S1), preferably in Forestry (specifically Forest Conservation and Ecotourism, Forest Management), or other relevant fields.
* Master’s degree (S2) in conservation, natural resource management, ecotourism, sustainable development, or project management is strongly preferred.
* Technical Competencies:
* Minimum 10 years of professional experience in forestry, natural resource management, or wildlife-based tourism governance.
* Proven capability in drafting project documents, logical frameworks, monitoring systems, and budgeting plans.
* Deep understanding of sustainable tourism principles, animal welfare, visitor management, and conservation financing models.
* Exceptional communication skills and fluency in both written and spoken English.
* Familiarity with government regulations, UNDP, and Global Environment Facility (GEF) operational mechanisms is considered a strong competitive advantage.
For comprehensive Terms of Reference (TOR) and detailed qualifications for all other positions, please visit the official resource portal at [this link](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
## How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit their application packages via email to: [email protected]
To ensure your submission is processed correctly, please format your email subject line strictly according to these guidelines:
* For PMU Applicants: `Recruitment_[POSITION CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: Recruitment_SGM_Ahmad Syakilla)
* For PIU Applicants: `Recruitment_[POSITION CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: Recruitment_FAO1_Dian Lestari)
Take the next step in your conservation career and contribute to shaping a sustainable, wildlife-focused future for Indonesia today.