Consultant – Support IKI/CREAF Project Implementation

About the role

BirdLife International is seeking a consultant to support the implementation of the IKI/CREAF project in West Africa. The role will be based in Dakar and involves working closely with national partners, public institutions and other stakeholders to deliver conservation activities under the East Atlantic Flyway Initiative.

Key responsibilities

• Support the implementation of project activities as outlined in the project’s activity table, ensuring timely delivery of deliverables.
• Contribute to capacity building in bird monitoring, governance and community management.
• Assist in analysing environmental data and threats from national waterbird census reports.
• Help organise World Migratory Bird Day events, develop village waste‑management plans and integrate climate‑change considerations into national action plans for key species.
• Support livelihood‑improvement activities at project sites.

Required profile

• University degree in environmental or biological sciences or equivalent.
• Strong command of French (written and spoken) and basic knowledge of English.
• Good understanding of field‑based conservation practices in West Africa.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work independently.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in database management (preferred).