Consultant for Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) Project
Quick answer
CABI is hiring a mid-level consultant for a 11-month consultancy in Zambia to support the climate-resilient restoration of the Lukanga Wetland System, focusing on invasive weed management and community capacity building. The deadline for submission is 4 Oct 2026.
- Role
- Consultant for Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) Project
- Organization
- Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International (CABI)
- Location
- Zambia
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
CABI is seeking a consultant to support the climate-resilient restoration of degraded areas of the Lukanga Wetland System, focusing on invasive weed management through biological control, protection and improvement of fish breeding habitats, and strengthening community and institutional capacity for sustainable wetland management.
What you'll do
- Supporting the rearing of Salvinia molesta and its biological control weevil under controlled conditions and in community-based rearing pools
- Supporting the establishment, operation, maintenance and monitoring of biological control agent rearing facilities
- Supporting the training of communities and district staff on biological control agent rearing, handling, release, monitoring and pool management
- Supporting the identification and development of community Bio-Control Champions and strengthening their practical skills
- Supporting implementation and monitoring of habitat improvement activities in priority fish breeding areas
- Supporting gender-responsive community mobilisation, baseline data collection and training activities
What it takes
- At least a Bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, natural resource management, entomology, fisheries, plant sciences or a related field
- Demonstrated experience in plants/crop management and biological control rearing and any relevant laboratory skills
- Demonstrated experience in community-based natural resource management and capacity building
- Experience working with government institutions, local communities and environmental regulatory authorities
- Strong knowledge of climate-resilient ecosystem management and environmental and social safeguards
- Experience in monitoring, technical reporting, documentation and knowledge management
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Zambia.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in environmental science, ecology, natural resource management, entomology, fisheries, plant sciences or a related field, and experience in community-based natural resource management and capacity building.
How do I apply?
Interested consultants should prepare a brief technical proposal and a financial proposal, and upload them to the CABI contractors work suit platform by 4 Oct 2026.
Is the job remote?
The work schedule is not specified, but the job may involve fieldwork in Zambia.
How to apply
Apply directly on Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International (CABI)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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