Mandatory internship

at  International Union for Conservation of Nature

MANDATORY INTERNSHIP

Vacancy #:
6853
Unit:
Centre for Conservation Action
Organisation:
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:
European Regional Office Germany, Bonn, Germany
Reporting to:
Programme Manager – Technology and Innovation
Work percentage:
100%
Grade:
I
Expected start date:
13 May 2024
Type of contract:
Fixed-term (4 months)
Closing date:
11 May 2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

The intern will support Tech4Nature project areas, specifically on research tasks focused on harnessing advanced data sensing, real-time transmission, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to accelerate data processing, support evidence-based actionable decision making, and empower governments, local communities, environmental organisations, and the public to take more effective conservation action in and around protected and conserved areas.

• Assist in developing the evidence-base for i) the integration of digital technology solutions in National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs), and, ii) analysis of the challenges, opportunities, and best practices in using technology for nature conservation, covering different topics such as ethics, data analysis, IoT, etc. via desk-based research, particularly to identify reports, documents, policy developments and analyses;
• Identify and explore innovative technology and digital solutions, and how they support implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF) targets;
• Contribute to mapping potential partners for Tech4Nature from the nature conservation and ICT sectors at national, regional, and global level;
• Support communications materials such as newsletters, web-stories, articles, brochures, factsheets etc. related to technology for nature;
• Explore national and international events to showcase and communicate about the project;
• Support outreach and potentially training events, both virtual and in-person, including speaker liaison, logistics, onsite support and reporting;
• Contribute to organisation of partner meetings, including logistics, minutes and document administration;
• Attend relevant webinars, meetings and conferences and reporting on the outcomes;
• Other tasks as required and feasible.

REQUIREMENTS

• • Required: Undergraduate degree in natural resources management or related field

• Required: Initial experience in nature conservation, strong research, communications, and knowledge management skills.
• Required: flexible, solution-oriented, comfortable working under pressure and in a multicultural environment; able to manage workload and prioritize well
• Strong command of English (oral, written) required, knowledge of other language, especially German and Spanish, desirable.

• Assist in developing the evidence-base for i) the integration of digital technology solutions in National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans (NBSAPs), and, ii) analysis of the challenges, opportunities, and best practices in using technology for nature conservation, covering different topics such as ethics, data analysis, IoT, etc. via desk-based research, particularly to identify reports, documents, policy developments and analyses;
• Identify and explore innovative technology and digital solutions, and how they support implementation of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KM-GBF) targets;
• Contribute to mapping potential partners for Tech4Nature from the nature conservation and ICT sectors at national, regional, and global level;
• Support communications materials such as newsletters, web-stories, articles, brochures, factsheets etc. related to technology for nature;
• Explore national and international events to showcase and communicate about the project;
• Support outreach and potentially training events, both virtual and in-person, including speaker liaison, logistics, onsite support and reporting;
• Contribute to organisation of partner meetings, including logistics, minutes and document administration;
• Attend relevant webinars, meetings and conferences and reporting on the outcomes;
• Other tasks as required and feasible