💼 Full-Time Position

Programme Officer, Species Conservation Action

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IUCN Eastern and Southern Africa
📍 gland, waadt, Switzerland
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Location
gland, Switzerland
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Posted
June 21, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Programme Officer, Species Conservation Action

Vacancy #: 7640 | Unit: Species Conservation Action | Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) | Location: Headquarters, Gland, Switzerland | Reporting to: Senior Programme Officer – Species Conservation Action Team | Work percentage: 100% | Grade: P1 | Expected start date: 01 September 2026 | Type of contract: Max-term (up to 12 months with possibility of renewal) | Closing date: 13 July 2026

Background

The primary task of the Programme Officer will be to contribute to the effective implementation of the Integrated Tiger Habitat Conservation Programme (ITHCP). This position will also contribute to delivering other species related initiatives, project development, liaison with IUCN Programmes, Members, Commissions, and partners.

Job Description

  • Manage the day-to-day administration of the ITHCP grants, in accordance with IUCN and donor procedures, and in co...