Environmental Consultant - Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Energy Jobline

Description

Job Description:

At least 5+ years' experience in coastal ecology with thorough knowledge of the marine & coastal ecology of the Middle East, or at least tropical marine & coastal habitats.

Knowledge should include some or all of the following:

Major issues associated with climate change / coastal developmentsRelocation/reconstruction of coral reef, seagrass, mangrove habitats (feasibility/monitoring)Complexities of jurisdictions coastal zone management, ecosystems services related to ICZMFamiliarity with international standards/legislation and best practice guidelines and techniques for coastal ecology surveying, monitoring and restoration in the Middle East / tropical marine & coastal environmentsFamiliarity with current and emerging key environmental issues pertaining to e.g.

, climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainability, and their potential impacts on marine & coastal ecosystems in the Middle EastExtensive experience of designing, conducting and supervising coastal ecological surveys, use of GIS tools, impact assessments and monitoring programs in the Middle East / tropical marine & coastal environmentsExperience of procuring, managing and supervising subcontractorsThorough understanding of the mechanisms for biodiversity protection/enhancement, particularly within the context of climate changeStrong organization skills with the ability to prioritize delivery on multiple projects in parallel under challenging timeframesAbility to prepare high-quality reports and technical documents for clients and regulatory bodies, demonstrating a high standard of technical writing and communication skills in English

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