#JobAd: We are seeking a Project Operations Manager for our conservation program in North Luangwa National Park, Zambia, to oversee and streamline a wide range of projects. You will play a key role in supporting the Programme Manager in ensuring the successful planning, execution, and completion of projects. Apply now! --> https://lnkd.in/exdbKyG3 #makingconservationcount #job #Zambia #frankfurtzoologicalsociety #conservation #projectmanagement #fzs
Zoologische Gesellschaft Frankfurt von 1858 e.V.
Umweltdienstleistungen
Wir bewahren Wildtiere und ihre Lebensräume, und dies vor allem in Schutzgebieten und herausragenden Wildnisregionen.
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Die Zoologische Gesellschaft Frankfurt (ZGF) ist eine international agierende Naturschutzorganisation mit Sitz in Frankfurt. Gegründet von Prof. Bernhard Grzimek engagiert sich die ZGF heute für die Erhaltung von Wildnis und biologischer Vielfalt in den letzten großen Wildnisgebieten unserer Erde. Aktuell ist die Zoologische Gesellschaft Frankfurt mit rund 30 Programmen und Projekten in 18 Ländern aktiv, besonders in biodiversitätsreichen Gebieten in Mittel- und Osteuropa, in Ostafrika, im zentralen Südamerika und in Südostasien. Der naturschutzfachliche Fokus aller ZGF-Projekte liegt auf dem Schutz von Wildnis und der Erhaltung von biologischer Vielfalt. An diesen beiden Kriterien orientieren sich sämtliche ZGF-Programme. Die Zoologische Gesellschaft Frankfurt von 1858 e.V. ist ein eingetragener, als gemeinnützig anerkannter Verein. Unsere Arbeit finanziert sich aus den Beiträgen unserer Mitglieder, privaten Spendengeldern und Vermächtnissen sowie Kapitalerträgen unserer Förderstiftung "Hilfe für die bedrohte Tierwelt". Hinzu kommt die Förderung von Projekten durch Drittmittel, beispielsweise Stiftungen oder öffentliche Förderprogramme. Die ZGF beschäftigt rund 1500 Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter, 40 davon in der Zentrale in Frankfurt, alle weiteren in den Projektländern. Darüber hinaus engagierten sich 40 Ehrenamtliche als Naturschutzbotschafter im Zoo Frankfurt und auch im Peru-Programm gibt rund 30 bis 40 Freiwillige in der Umweltbildung.
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- 1.001–5.000 Beschäftigte
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- Frankfurt
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- 1858
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- Conservation, Biodiversity, Wilderness, Serengeti, Tanzania, Peru, Endangered, Ecosystem Management, Environmentalism, Project Management, Nature Protection und Wilderness Areas
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Frankfurt, 60316, DE
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At Bale Mountains National Park, conservation empowers local communities to lead environmental preservation. Through long-term partnerships with the Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority and Oromia Regional State, we promote sustainable, community-driven solutions to protect this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our community-focused initiatives include: 1️⃣ Community-Based Forest Management: We work with Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and the Oromia Forest and Wildlife Enterprise to develop sustainable forest management plans, ensuring communities benefit from forest resources while preserving them for future generations. 2️⃣Collaborative Controlled Hunting Area Management and Revenue Sharing: We developed a model for managing controlled hunting areas and sharing revenue in partnership with the Oromia Forest and Wildlife Enterprise and local organizations. Communities now receive up to 60% of the hunting revenue. 3️⃣Conservation-compatible and Climate-Smart Agriculture: Local farmers are empowered with knowledge and tools to implement climate-resilient agriculture, allowing them to adapt to changing climate conditions and ensure regional food security. 4️⃣ Promoting Population, Health, and Environment (PHE): This integrated approach combines health, environmental sustainability, and population dynamics. Our initiatives improve healthcare, manage resources efficiently, and empower communities. PHE fosters sustainable development by encouraging eco-friendly practices and addressing population pressures, creating resilient communities and healthier ecosystems. _____________________________________ 🔗 Learn more about how we’re building a sustainable future for both people and nature in Bale—visit: https://lnkd.in/eUpjBYKH #UNESCOHeritageSite #WorldHeritageSite #Ethiopia #BaleMountains #FrankfurtZoologicalSociety #UNESCO #FZS #CommunityDrivenConservation #ZoologischeGesellschaftFrankfurt #MakingConservationCount #Africa Ethiopian Wolf Conservation Programme, Iwmi_water, Farm_africa KfW , Oromia, Ethiopian Wildlife Conservation Authority, Oromia Regional State, UNESCO, SOS-Sahel, PHE Ethiopia Consortium, European Union
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Good news #2 from the Torgai steppe! In addition to the 24 kulans recently transported to the Torgai steppe, two wild-born kulan foals arrived in 2024, marking the first kulan offspring in Central Kazakhstan since the species’ local extinction in 1930. These foals were eagerly anticipated after mating was observed last year, and two mares were confirmed pregnant in March. This generational milestone highlights the positive impact of the reintroduction program. Reintroduced mares were equipped with GPS collars and released in summer 2023. Despite the challenges of tracking these elusive animals, rangers spotted the first foal in July 2024, followed by the second in a nearby group. “Each new kulan foal is a testament to the success of our efforts,” says Stephanie Ward of FZS. This breakthrough reinforces that the Torgai Steppe is the perfect habitat for the species revival. ______________________________________________ This collaborative effort involves the Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS), the Kazakh Government Committee for Forestry and Wildlife, ACBK, Nuremberg Zoo, IZW, and Conservation Solutions. 📷: Image of the Kulan offspring shot from a moving vehicle/ © ACBK Learn more and visit: https://lnkd.in/e7jxrkbn #FrankfurtZoologicalSociety #makingconservationcount #FZS #KulanConservation #WildlifeVictory #ProtectEndangeredSpecies #WildFoals #BornToBeWild #KulanReintroduction #ConservationVictory #TorgaiSteppe Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative ACBK
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#JobAd: We are seeking a Programme Manager (gn) for North Luangwa National Park (NLNP) in Zambia. This role involves the strategic implementation of conservation objectives for the North Luangwa Conservation Programme, one of Frankfurt Zoological Society’s flagship sites. Join our dedicated team in Zambia and contribute to protecting this vital ecosystem. Apply today! --> https://lnkd.in/ebAip-Pk #job #Zambia #MakingConservationCount #frankfurtzoologicalsociety #30x30 #ProgrammeManager
Programme Manager North Luangwa (gn)
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Historic Milestone for Kulan Conservation! On, October 9, 2024 – a record-breaking journey took place! In an effort to protect the endangered Asiatic wild asses (kulan) population, 24 wild kulans were transported 2,193 kilometers from "Altyn Emel" National Park to the Torgai steppe—one of the longest animal transports ever attempted. This groundbreaking move has quadrupled the kulan population in the region and sets a new standard for long-distance wildlife translocation. The kulans’ safe journey was ensured with specialized containers and meticulous planning. Monitoring shows that the group is led by one specific mare and her foal, and all the kulans have safely acclimated, with calm behavior and no internal aggression observed. We’ll be closely watching as these resilient animals settle into their new home and help restore balance to the Torgai ecosystem!🌱 _______________________________________________________ This collaborative effort involves the Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS), the Kazakh Government Committee for Forestry and Wildlife, ACBK, Nuremberg Zoo, IZW, and Conservation Solutions. Learn more and visit: https://lnkd.in/e7jxrkbn #FrankfurtZoologicalSociety #makingconservationcount #FZS #KulanConservation #WildlifeVictory #ProtectEndangeredSpecies #WildFoals #BornToBeWild #KulanReintroduction #ConservationVictory #TorgaiSteppe ACBK — Association for the Conservation of Biodiversity of Kazakhstan Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative
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🇩🇪 Freitag ist bei uns Podcastzeit. Heute sprechen wir darüber, wie große Naturschutzgebiete im Zoo Frankfurt erlebbar werden. Und wer wüsste das besser, als die amtierende Zoodirektorin Dr. Christina Geiger. Ohren auf und ab in die Zukunft 👉 fzs.org/podcast_ep67
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#JobAd: We are seeking a Project Operations Manager (gn) for our North Luangwa Conservation Programme, based in Mpika, Zambia, with the Frankfurt Zoological Society. The Project Operations Manager will work closely with the Programme Manager to plan, execute, and complete conservation projects at FZS' flagship site. Apply today! --> https://lnkd.in/exdbKyG3 #makingconservationcount #job #Mpika #NorthLuangwa #Zambia #ProjectOperationsManager #frankfurtzoologicalsociety #conservation
Project Operations Manager North Luangwa (gn)
fzs.org
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We're #hiring a new Pilot - Aerial Monitoring and Technical Advisor Law Enforcement (gn) in Dar es Salaam. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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#JobAd We are seeking a Programme Manager for North Luangwa (gn) based in Mpika, FZS Zambia. You must be a strategic thinker passionate about managing complex projects from concept to delivery. You will also serve as a key link to the senior management team (SMT), providing insights on progress and performance. Apply today! --> https://lnkd.in/e_ZTy-cT #job #Mpika #programmemanager #frankfurtzoologicalsociety #30x30 #conservation
Programme Manager North Luangwa (gn)
fzs.org
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The FZS Annual Report 2023, a comprehensive summary of the FZS programs in 2023, is now available. This report comprises FZS's projects and programs in 19 countries. Highlights include the acknowledgement of two new Legacy Landscape Sites: Manu-Purus in Peru and Chiribiquete in Colombia. The report is now available for download at https://lnkd.in/eRntgPvA #FZS #FrankfurtZoologicalSociety #MakingConservationCount #AnnualReport #Bale #Lomami #Congo #DRC #Ethiopia #DoubleConservationImpact #Conservation #Biodiversity #Zambia #Mozambique #Peru #ManuPurus #Colombia #Chiribiquete #LegacyLandscapesFund #LongTermSupport