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Programme Coordinator – Central Asia

International Union for Conservation of Nature -
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Job details

Fixed term contract
2 days ago

Qualifications

Programme management
Biodiversity
English
Analysis skills
Proposal writing
Fundraising
Communication skills

Full job description

Vacancy #:

7664

Unit:

TRAFFIC Europe

Organisation:

TRAFFIC International (TRAFFIC)

Location:

TRAFFIC International, Cambridge, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Reporting to:

TEUR - Senior Programme Coordinator

Work percentage:

100%

Grade:

Expected start date:

01 October 2026

Type of contract:

Fixed-term (up to 12 months with possibility of renewal)

Closing date:

13 August 2026

BACKGROUND

The location for this position can be flexible and candidates will be considered for the position to be based within TRAFFIC offices, including Central Asia, Europe or UK (with travel to Central Asia as required).

The salary offered will be based on the office salary scale at the TP2 grade.

ORGANISATIONAL BACKGROUND

TRAFFIC is a leading non-governmental organisation working globally on trade in wild animals and plants in the context of both biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. TRAFFIC International is a charity and limited company registered in the UK, with its head office based in Cambridge, providing worldwide leadership, coordination, and corporate functions.

TRAFFIC’s programme offices operate across priority regions to deliver targeted interventions that ensure that trade in wild species is legal and sustainable, contributing to both biodiversity conservation and livelihoods.

JOB DESCRIPTION

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

The Programme Coordinator – Central Asia, within the TRAFFIC Europe and Central Asia Programme Office, plays a strategic and operational role in shaping and delivering TRAFFIC’s growing portfolio on wildlife trade in Central Asia. The position is responsible for overseeing a complex regional project portfolio, ensuring high-quality implementation, coherence across initiatives, and alignment with TRAFFIC’s global strategy.

The role further leads on identifying and developing funding opportunities and strategic partnerships, positioning TRAFFIC as a key technical and policy actor on wildlife trade issues in Central Asia. This includes proactive engagement with donors, governments, and partners, as well as contributing to high-level policy processes and advocacy to influence regional and international agendas.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

1. Programme and Portfolio Oversight (approx. 40%)

Provide strategic oversight and coordination of TRAFFIC’s Central Asia project portfolio, and institutional setting in the region, ensuring coherence, quality, and delivery against objectives
Supervise project implementation across multiple countries (e.g. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan), ensuring effective planning, risk management, and adaptive delivery
Line manage Programme Manager – Central Asia in implementing activities, troubleshooting challenges, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements
Ensure integration of cross-cutting priorities (e.g., livelihoods, demand reduction, sustainable use, enforcement capacity) across projects
Lead or contribute to programme-level planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting processes

2. Resource Mobilisation and Opportunity Development (approx. 30%)

Identify and develop funding opportunities aligned with TRAFFIC’s strategic priorities on wildlife trade in Central Asia
Lead or contribute to the development of high-quality concept notes and proposals for key donors (e.g. EU, GEF, bilateral donors)
Build and maintain relationships with donors, development finance institutions, and strategic partners
Track emerging policy, funding, and partnership opportunities in the region and position TRAFFIC accordingly
Facilitate internal coordination to mobilise expertise and ensure competitive proposals

3. Strategic Advocacy and Policy Engagement (approx. 20%)

Contribute to the development and implementation of TRAFFIC’s Central Asian regional advocacy strategy on wildlife trade issues
Engage with governments, regional bodies, and international processes (e.g. CITES, CBD, CMS-related processes)
Represent TRAFFIC in regional and international fora, including high-level dialogues, conferences, and technical meetings as appropriate
Support the development of policy briefs, technical recommendations, and thought leadership outputs
Strengthen TRAFFIC’s visibility and influence as a trusted partner in Central Asia

4. Coordination, Partnerships and Representation (approx. 10%)

Collaborate with TRAFFIC’s global and regional teams to ensure alignment with organisational priorities and approaches
Strengthen partnerships with NGOs, intergovernmental organisations, enforcement bodies, and academic institutions
Support coordination with programme office leadership and contribute to internal strategic discussions

REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

Advanced degree (or equivalent experience) in environmental policy, conservation, natural resource management, international development, or a related field

At least 7 years of professional experience in programme management and coordination in an international context, in particular in Central Asia context

Proven experience in fundraising and proposal development for institutional and philanthropic donors

Experience working on wildlife trade, biodiversity conservation, or environmental policy

Skills and Competencies

Strong programme and portfolio management skills, including planning, monitoring, and delivery oversight

Line management skills and experience

Demonstrated ability to develop proposals and secure funding from a range of donors

Strong understanding of international policy frameworks (e.g. CITES, CBD, CMS, SDGs)

Excellent stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills

Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills

Ability to operate strategically while managing operational priorities

Language Skills

Excellent written and spoken English

Writing and speaking in at least one language from the region is highly desirable

Other

Willingness to travel internationally, including to/within Central Asia

Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the location of the TRAFFIC office to be situated. We are unable to provide work permits for this position.

SUPERVISION

The Programme Coordinator will provide line management to Programme Manager – Central Asia and other staff and consultants, as delegated by the line manager.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.

Other job opportunities are published in the IUCN website: https://www.iucn.org/involved/jobs/

About IUCN

IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.

Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.

IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.

Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.

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