Primate Habituation Technical Advisor

Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth? Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.What we do:We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.For the needs of its operations, WWF CAR is looking for a Primate Habituation Technical AdvisorLocation: Bayanga, CARContract type: fixed term (2 years renewable)Mission:Under the supervision of the Head of Monitoring, Research, Primate Habituation APDS of the WWF Dzanga-Sangha Protected Area Director, ensure that primate habituation and research activities are managed according to the highest international standards. Promote and coordinate research and biomonitoring activities at the DSPA..Main functions and responsibilities:* Oversee all aspects of the PHP, focusing primarily on the lowland gorilla and agile mangabey, as well as the development of associated tourism, to ensure the sustainability of the programme and increase revenue for the DSPA and local communities; * Ensure that the habituation process is conducted using a non-invasive methodology that minimises risks (stress, disease, injury, behavioural change) to primates. * Ensure that the risks of injury and disease transmission to visitors, staff and volunteers are minimised; * Ensure that the PSP complies with Il-JCN guidelines for good practice; * Supervise all staff associated with the PHP and participate in staff evaluation, training and programme evaluation; * In collaboration with the Director, ensure that PHP activities are communicated in a timely manner to donors; * Assist with PHP data collection and ensure that various data are properly organised, stored, backed up, archived and disseminated as needed. * Ensure the preparation and dissemination of information relating to the PHP to contribute to WWF's communication strategy for Central Africa; * Provide training for trackers and guides with regard to tourist visits; - Ensure the maintenance of PHP camps (Bai Hokou and Mogambe);What you need:Required Qualifications:* A minimum of 3 years' experience in applied ecological research, particularly in primate habituation and biomonitoring in a tropical forest environment; * Professional experience and/or exposure to forestry, agroforestry and ‘One Health’ projects. * In-depth knowledge of data collection tools (e.g. SMART, CyberTracker) and data processing tools (e.g. MS Office, R-studio, Python, ArcGIS, etc.); * Fluency in French and English; * Knowledge of Sango is an asset; * In-depth and broad knowledge of conservation and development issues; * Ability to live and work in a remote location.Required skills and competences:* Excellent advisory skills, high work standards and ability to promote team synergy in a multicultural work environment; * Strong team spirit and ability to work within a multicultural team; * Ability to work and communicate effectively with a wide range of people in highly diverse cultural environments, particularly in the African context; * Must be committed to equal employment opportunity policies; * Adhere to WWF values, which are: Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.HOW TO APPLYInterested candidates should prepare and submit: a cover letter and a curriculum vitae, all together not exceeding 5 pages to the following e-mail address: [email protected] subject should read “PH Technical Advisor”Deadline for applications: 20th March 2026Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for follow up. If you have not been contacted six weeks after closing, consider your application unsuccessful.WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce