ecotourism development Planning specialistPeace Corps

Positions Available
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Description
Peace Corps Response Volunteers (PCRVs) are needed to serve as Ecotourism Development Planning Specialists for various municipalities in the Philippines. The Local Government Units envision that the promotion of these protected areas as tourist destinations is essential to their goals for economic development and environmental conservation. Each Municipal Tourism Council, through the Municipal Tourism Office, Municipal Agriculture Office and the other stakeholders, is now implementing conservation and preservation programs for the protection of the environment, wildlife, and their habitat within their jurisdiction. The municipalities' goal is to promote social justice, reflected in the improved general welfare of the people, equitable distribution of resources, and enhanced economic development while maintaining stability of the social system.
Ecotourism Development Planning Specialists, with at least two years working background in tourism project planning and implementation, are needed to help the municipalities with the review, enhancement, and implementation of their Ecotourism Plans. Volunteers will conduct field visits and data gathering with targeted communities and stakeholders, and PCRVs will also conduct workshops, training, and other related activities for the enhancement of the plan. The goal of this project is to develop enhanced comprehensive ecotourism development plans for each Municipal Tourism Council.
Please note that departure dates and other details of this project could change because of the uncertainties as Peace Corps and local partners resume volunteer operations. Candidates selected for this position will be arriving in the Philippines together as a group, so while the departure dates for the whole group could change, dates cannot be changed for individual candidates.
Request Type
PCR000 PCR Volunteer
Post
Philippines
Partner Organization Name
Various Local Government Units (LGUs)
Required Skills
High tolerance for ambiguity and high level of flexibility - some details of this project could change because of the uncertainties as Peace Corps and local partners resume volunteer operations
Bachelors Degree in a tourism-related field
At least two years working background in tourism project planning and implementation
A team player who can work well with counterparts and the local communities
Must have ability to work in multi-cultural setting
Excellent people skills with demonstrated flexibility and patience
Start Date
17-Sep-2021
Language Requirement
None
Primary Sector
Environment
Accepts Couples
No
Know By
17-May-2021
Secondary Sector
Community Economic Development
Assignment Length (months)
7
Accepting Applications?
Yes
Program
PCR
Featured Job
No
Peace Corps

Philippines
Permanent
Full-time