# Career Opportunity: Join the Ministry of Forestry's Wildlife Ecotourism Project
Stepping into a role that directly influences national conservation efforts while driving sustainable economic growth is a rare and rewarding professional milestone. The Indonesian Ministry of Forestry, through the Directorate General of Natural Resources and Ecosystem Conservation (KSDAE), has officially opened recruitment for specialized personnel to power the Project Management Unit (PMU) and Project Implementation Unit (PIU).
This high-impact initiative operates under the umbrella of the “Enhancing Co-Benefits of Conservation Area Management through an Inclusive Wildlife-based Ecotourism Strategy” (WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM) project. Generously financed by the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF), the overarching mission centers on bolstering biodiversity conservation and ecosystem resilience across Indonesia’s protected areas. By fostering inclusive local community engagement and securing long-term economic dividends, this strategic endeavor redefines how conservation and tourism intersect.
Professionals driven by environmental stewardship, community empowerment, and strategic management now have the chance to contribute to a greener, more sustainable future for Indonesia.
## Available Positions and Deployment Locations
The recruitment drive encompasses various multidisciplinary roles divided between the central headquarters and targeted field sites. Candidates may apply for either the central PMU office or one of five critical national park project sites.
1. Project Management Unit (PMU)
* Location: Bogor (Central Office)
* 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:
* Baluran National Park
* Way Kambas National Park
* Alas Purwo National Park
* Wakatobi National Park
* Tanjung Puting National Park
* Open Roles per Site:
* Regional Coordinators / Community Engagement and Capacity Building Officer
* Regional Finance and Administrative Officers
## General Application Requirements
To ensure a transparent and qualified selection process, applicants must fulfill several mandatory administrative criteria before submitting their candidacy:
* Citizenship: Must be an Indonesian Citizen (WNI).
* Application Letter: Draft a formal job application letter addressed to the National Project Director (NPD) of the WILDLIFE ECOTOURISM Project, who also serves as the Director of Environmental Services Utilization.
* Administrative Dossier:
* An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
* Certified copies of the latest diploma and academic transcripts.
* Copies of the National Identity Card (KTP) and Taxpayer Identification Number (NPWP).
* Official written approval from the direct supervisor or unit head (mandatory exclusively for applicants holding Civil Servant / ASN status).
* A completed and signed Statement Letter, accessible via the official link: [https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/Pernyataan_WildlifeEcotourism).
## Spotlight on Key Qualifications: National Project Manager (PMU)
While full Terms of Reference (ToR) and specific competencies for all roles are detailed in the official project document portal, the flagship National Project Manager position demands a robust professional background. Candidates targeting this leadership role must meet the following baseline standards:
* Age & Health: Must be of productive working age, capped at a maximum of 55 years old upon registration, and certified physically and mentally fit to execute full-time project duties.
* Core Values: Demonstrate high integrity, an unwavering commitment to biodiversity conservation, and the diplomatic capability to collaborate seamlessly across government bodies, local communities, academia, civil society, and the private sector.
* Educational Background:
* Hold at least a Bachelor's degree (S1), preferably in Forestry—specifically Forest Conservation, Ecotourism, or Forest Management—or other disciplines closely aligned with biodiversity conservation.
* Possession of a Master’s degree (S2) in conservation, natural resource management, sustainable development, project management, or related fields is strongly preferred.
* Technical Expertise:
* A minimum of 10 years of professional experience spanning forestry, natural resource conservation, or sustainable tourism management (particularly wildlife-based tourism).
* Deep familiarity with cross-ministerial coordination, environmental governance, climate change issues, and biodiversity frameworks.
* Proven proficiency in drafting project documents, logical frameworks, work plans, budgets, monitoring systems, and technical progress reports.
* Practical understanding of sustainable tourism principles, animal welfare, visitor management, and conservation financing models.
* Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and public-speaking skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.
For detailed competencies regarding all other positions, please download the complete Terms of Reference via: [https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism](https://bit.ly/ProyekWildlifeEcotourism).
## How to Apply
Qualified candidates ready to embark on this conservation journey should compile their application documents into digital formats and submit them via electronic mail.
* Submission Email: [email protected]
* Subject Line Formatting:
For PMU Positions: `Recruitment_[POSITION CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]` (Example: Recruitment_SGM_Ahmad Syakilla)*
For PIU Positions: `Recruitment_[POSITION CODE]_[Applicant's Full Name]` (Example: Recruitment_FAO1_Dian Lestari)*
Seize this opportunity to blend professional expertise with impactful environmental stewardship, helping shape a thriving ecosystem for generations to come.