Programme officer - 2018 Global Bamboo and Rattan Congress (BARC 2018)
Duty Station: Beijing, China
Duration: Fixed Term – 15 months, with 2 month probation period
Remuneration: RMB 12,000 - 15,000/month
Reporting: Reports to Coordinator of BARC 2018
Position Introduction:
The International Network for Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) is the only treaty-based inter-governmental organisation committed to reducing poverty and protecting the environment through the sustainable use of bamboo and rattan. With Headquarters in Beijing, China and regional offices in India, Ethiopia, Ghana and Ecuador, the INBAR Secretariat supports its 42 members world-wide and has links with a large number of international, regional and national organisations.
After 20 years of development, INBAR has grown rapidly. By hosting the first Global Bamboo and Rattan Congress (BARC 2018), we seek to provide a platform for South-South and South-South cooperation on sustainable development. We also strive to further reinforce bamboo and rattan’s role in advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially climate change mitigation and adaptation.
INBAR will invite approximately 1200-1500 participants from the government, civil society, business, academia, and media sectors. They will be selected according to their particular affiliation, skills, background or interests in bamboo and rattan.
The 2018 Global Bamboo and Rattan Congress (BARC 2018) will be held in later April or early May of 2018. The Congress will involve the following activities:
- Global Ministerial Summit
- Research and Innovation Exchange
- Bamboo and Rattan Business Forum
- Trade Fair and Exhibition
- Field Visits to Forests and Producers
INBAR is currently seeking an experienced and highly capable officer, as one of the key members of BARC 2018 team in INBAR Secretariat.
Key Responsibilities:
To work with other members of BARC 2018 team, leading by the Coordinator of BARC 2018, in preparing the Global Bamboo and Rattan Congress 2018, which will be held in April/May 2018. Tasks include:
- Identify and liaise with the international partners of BARC 2018
- Work on the contents of BARC 2018 official website together with INBAR communication team.
- Draft BARC 2018 communication materials and other documents.
- Work on logistical and other preparation matters of BARC 2018 together with BARC 2018 team members.
- Help the preparation for INBAR 20th anniversary activities in 2017, and other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements:
- Native English Speaker. Excellent written English. Working knowledge of other INBAR official languages – French and Spanish – would be an advantage;
- Bachelor or master degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Communication or a related field;
- Understanding and knowledge about bamboo and rattan will be an advantage;
- Experiences working in project coordination, big events planning, overall preparation, management and organization will be an advantage;
- Willing to work in a small office with cross-cultural international staff, and therefore flexible in work planning and execution;
- Experiences of working or living in Beijing will be an advantage;
- Good humoured and a team player;
- Someone who is excited about the potential of bamboo and rattan in sustainable development.
Application Process:
Applications will be accepted until 28th February 2017. All applications will be acknowledged, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further action.
Please send a cover letter with your Curriculum Vitae (in English and Chinese) to: Human Resources Department, INBAR hr@inbar.int
Please indicate the position to which you are applying in the email subject line.
To learn more about INBAR, please visit our web site at: www.inbar.int
