National Specialist in IAS Monitoring, Reporting and Communication
Quick answer
FAO Representation in Sri Lanka is hiring a home-based National Specialist in IAS Monitoring, Reporting and Communication to develop and implement a sustainable national monitoring and reporting system for Invasive Alien Species and lead communication and public awareness initiatives.
- Role
- National Specialist in IAS Monitoring, Reporting and Communication
- Organization
- FAO Representation in Sri Lanka
- Location
- Home-based, Sri Lanka
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The position involves developing and implementing a sustainable national monitoring and reporting system for Invasive Alien Species (IAS) and leading communication and public awareness initiatives to promote biosecurity in Sri Lanka.
What you'll do
- Support the Project Manager in developing the functional and technical requirements for the procurement of a service provider to develop the IAS Digital Dashboard and Centralized Repository.
- Provide technical support for the preparation of Terms of Reference, evaluation criteria, and selection of a qualified service provider for IAS digital dashboard and repository development.
- Collaborate with the Biodiversity Expert to incorporate information from the National IAS Assessment into the IAS monitoring and reporting system.
- Contribute to the development of targeted communication approaches and key messages for different stakeholder groups.
- Assist in the planning and implementation of nationwide IAS awareness campaigns through appropriate communication channels.
- Support the preparation and dissemination of communication materials in accordance with FAO communication standards.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Environmental Science, Communications, Information Management, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in environmental management, biodiversity, monitoring and reporting, or communications
- Working knowledge of English and fluency in Sinhala and/or Tamil
- Strong expertise in knowledge management for IAS, biodiversity, and environmental programmes
- Skilled in reviewing, synthesizing, and developing technical reports, policy briefs, and training materials
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills to identify gaps and provide practical recommendations
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is home-based in Sri Lanka.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in Environmental Science, Communications, Information Management, or a related field, and at least 5 years of relevant experience.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Submit your application well before the deadline.
How to apply
Apply directly on FAO Representation in Sri Lanka's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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