# Career Opportunity: Join the Ministry of Forestry's Wildlife Ecotourism Project Team
If you are passionate about biodiversity preservation, community empowerment, and sustainable nature tourism, a prestigious national initiative is currently looking for dedicated professionals to drive meaningful environmental impact.
The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry, through the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE), has officially launched an open recruitment drive. This hiring initiative seeks exceptional talent for the Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementation Unit (PIU) under the visionary project titled "Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy" (WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM).
Backed by funding from the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF), this ambitious undertaking aims to elevate biodiversity conservation and bolster ecosystem resilience across protected zones in Indonesia. By fostering inclusive local community involvement and securing long-term economic dividends, the initiative bridges the gap between ecological protection and sustainable regional development.
## Available Positions and Work Locations
The program offers strategic roles split between the central headquarters and five vital conservation sites across the archipelago.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU)
* Location: Bogor, West Java
* Open Roles:
* 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)
* Locations:
* Tanjung Puting National Park
* Way Kambas National Park
* Baluran National Park
* Alas Purwo National Park
* Wakatobi National Park
* Open Roles per Site:
* Regional Coordinators / Community Engagement and Capacity Building Officer
* Regional Finance and Administrative Officers
## General Application Prerequisites
Candidates interested in applying for any of the available positions must meet the following baseline administrative requirements:
* Must be an Indonesian Citizen (WNI).
* Submit a formal application letter addressed to the National Project Director (NPD) of the WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM Project (who also serves as the Director of Environmental Services Utilization).
* Include a complete administrative portfolio containing:
* An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Certified copies of the latest academic diploma and transcripts.
* A valid copy of the National Identity Card (KTP) and Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP).
* An official Letter of Approval from a direct supervisor or institutional unit head (mandatory exclusively for civil servants/ASN).
* Attach a fully completed and signed Statement Letter, accessible via the official link: [Statement Letter Template](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Spotlight on Key Qualifications: National Project Manager (PMU)
While individual Terms of Reference (TOR) vary by role, specific baseline criteria govern top-tier leadership positions such as the National Project Manager:
* Age and Stamina: Productive age, with a maximum limit of 55 years at the time of registration. Must possess sound physical and mental health to fulfill responsibilities throughout the project lifecycle.
* Core Values: Demonstrated integrity, profound commitment to biodiversity conservation, and the collaborative aptitude to navigate multi-stakeholder environments—including government bodies, local communities, development partners, academia, and the private sector.
* Educational Background:
* Minimum Bachelor’s Degree (S1), preferably in Forestry (specifically Forest Resource Conservation and Ecotourism, Forest Management) or other disciplines relevant to biodiversity and ecotourism.
* Master’s Degree (S2) in conservation, forestry, natural resource management, ecotourism, sustainable development, or project management is considered a distinct advantage.
* Technical Expertise:
* Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in forestry, natural resource management, or tourism management (particularly wildlife-based tourism).
* Proven capability in cross-ministerial coordination, environmental policy, climate change mitigation, and biodiversity frameworks.
* Deep familiarity with sustainable tourism principles, animal welfare, visitor management, and project design tools (logical frameworks, budgeting, and monitoring matrices).
For comprehensive qualifications corresponding to other specific roles, candidates can review the detailed guidelines available at the [Official Project Resource Portal](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
## How to Submit Your Application
Interested applicants should email their complete dossiers directly to the National Project Director (NPD) at: [email protected].
To ensure proper routing, please strictly follow the email subject line format below:
* For PMU Positions: `Rekrutmen_[JOB CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: `Rekrutmen_SGM_Ahmad Syakilla`)
* For PIU Positions: `Rekrutmen_[JOB CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]`
(Example: `Rekrutmen_FAO1_Dian Lestari`)
Seize this opportunity to lend your expertise to a transformative national movement toward sustainable conservation and inclusive ecotourism.