Temporary Project Support Associate, Forest and Grasslands

Iucn; Bonn; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An international conservation organization located in Bonn, Germany is seeking a Temporary Project Support Associate. The role involves providing administrative support for projects related to forest and grassland conservation. Responsibilities include day-to-day coordination, budget monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 3-4 years of project administration experience are required. Fluency in English is essential, with additional language skills being an advantage. This is a fixed-term position for up to 6 months.

Qualifikationen

• 3-4 years of relevant work experience in project administration and coordination.
• Experience with budget monitoring, reporting, and contract processes is a strong asset.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French or Spanish is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support.
• Liaise with project teams to compile updates and ensure consistent messaging.
• Support research and monitoring processes including data consolidation.

Kenntnisse

Project administration

Budget monitoring

Communication

Data compilation

Organizational skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in environmental, social sciences, geography, statistics, international development, or project management

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SharePoint

Teams

Jobbeschreibung

Temporary Project Support Associate, Forest and Grasslands

Vacancy #: 7477

Unit: Forest and Grasslands

Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

Location: European Regional Office, Bonn, Germany

Reporting to: Senior Programme Officer- Forest and Grasslands

Work percentage: 100%

Grade: A3

Expected start date: 01 February 2026

Type of contract: Fixed-term (up to 6 months)

Closing date: 13 January 2026

BACKGROUND

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is a global authority on the status of the natural world and the measures needed to safeguard it. With a unique membership of governments, civil society organisations, and experts, IUCN provides knowledge, tools, and platforms for building sustainable solutions to global environmental challenges.

The Forest and Grassland Team (FGT) is based within IUCN’s Centre for Conservation Action (CCA), which drives IUCN’s programmatic work on nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. The CCA is responsible for implementing large-scale initiatives across ecosystems, species, protected areas, and biodiversity policy, ensuring that conservation action aligns with global frameworks such as the Sustainable Development Goals, the Paris Agreement, and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.

As part of the CCA, the FGT leads IUCN’s work on forests, grasslands, and rangelands worldwide. The team develops and implements the Union’s global programme on ecosystem conservation and restoration, including:

• Primary forest and native grassland conservation,
• Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) and ecosystem restoration at multiple scales,
• Rangeland and dryland management.

Through scientific knowledge, innovative tools, and multi‑stakeholder partnerships, the FGT addresses urgent challenges, including deforestation, land degradation, and climate change. It works with governments, civil society, local communities, and the private sector to deliver practical, equitable, and scalable solutions that conserve biodiversity while enhancing human well‑being.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Project Coordination and Administration

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative and coordination support for ongoing programmes and initiatives.
• Maintain project trackers, calendars, filing systems, and databases to ensure smooth coordination across multiple regions and partners.
• Support the preparation, organization, and follow‑up of meetings, workshops, and steering committees (agenda setting, invitations, logistics, minutes, action tracking).
• Assist with budget monitoring, procurement, and contract administration in line with IUCN policies and procedures.
• Support reporting processes, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.

2. Stakeholder engagement

• Liaise with regional offices, project teams, and partners to collect and compile updates, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Contribute to the documentation of lessons learned, case studies, and success stories to inform knowledge sharing and visibility.

3. Technical and Research Support

• Collate, edit, and format technical inputs from teams and partners for reports, proposals, and knowledge products.
• Support desk‑based research, data compilation, and preparation of summaries or briefs on programme‑related themes.
• Contribute to monitoring and evaluation processes, including the consolidation of project indicators and gender‑disaggregated data.

4. General Support

• Provide administrative and coordination assistance to the Forest and Grassland Team in Bonn and contribute to cross‑unit activities when needed.
• Flexibly take on other tasks that arise during the planning, launch, and implementation of programmes.

The job description above outlines the main duties and responsibilities for this position. However, in an organisation such as IUCN, staff members are expected to show flexibility in their approach to work and be willing to undertake other tasks that are reasonably allocated to them but which are not part of their regular job description. Where any task becomes a regular part of an employee's responsibilities, the job description will be changed in consultation with the employee and the Human Resources Management Group.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, social sciences, geography, statistics, international development, project management, or another relevant field. A Master’s degree is an advantage.
• 3‑4 years of relevant work experience in project administration, coordination, or donor‑funded programme support will be an advantage.
• Experience with budget monitoring, reporting, and contract/procurement processes is a strong asset.
• Familiarity with international conservation and development programmes is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaborative platforms (SharePoint, Teams, or equivalent).
• Good writing and editing skills, with experience drafting reports, correspondence, or communication materials.
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation practices and/or gender mainstreaming is an advantage.
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet competing deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural and interdisciplinary team environment.
• High degree of adaptability, initiative, and motivation to support evolving programme needs.
• Fluency in English required; working proficiency in French or Spanish is an advantage.

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.