Project Description
Advancing Blue Carbon Policy in the Philippines: Supporting Released Public Lands Assessment and Seagrass Conservation Frameworks: Technical Assistance Partnership with DENR and DA-BFAR for Evidence-Based Decision-Making, Capacity Building, and Sustainable Financing of Coastal Blue Carbon Ecosystems
The Philippines has a critical opportunity to advance blue carbon conservation by translating strong policy momentum into concrete action. This 18-month technical assistance partnership with DENR and DA‑BFAR to operationalize mangrove restoration policies and build foundational capacity for seagrass conservation, supporting climate commitments, coastal resilience, and sustainable livelihoods. It adopts a unified strategy that recognizes the need for immediate implementation tools for mangroves and long-term capacity building for seagrass ecosystems, aligning both with national development goals and international financing support.
The project delivers two integrated components: first, the development and pilot testing of a Joint Administrative Order (JAO) with standardized assessment tools to guide evidence‑based land use decisions across over 53,000 hectares of released public lands; and second, the establishment of technical, policy, and financing frameworks for seagrass conservation, including carbon assessment, ecosystem valuation, and a National Seagrass Strategy. Together, these efforts will strengthen institutional capacity, enable coordinated governance, and create pathways for sustainable blue carbon financing—positioning the Philippines as a leader in climate-resilient coastal management.
Purpose of the Role
To support the implementation of ecological assessments, biodiversity monitoring, and restoration activities for mangrove and seagrass ecosystems by assisting in data collection, analysis, and application of scientific methods, while building technical skills in conservation practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting ecological assessments of mangrove and seagrass ecosystems using established methods
- Support data collection and field surveys, including habitat assessments, species identification, and monitoring activities
- Help apply biophysical indicators for habitat condition, biodiversity, and ecosystem health
- Compile and organize ecological and field data for analysis and reporting
- Contribute to site assessments by supporting evaluation of restoration and conservation potential
- Assist in documenting biodiversity, including species composition, habitat characteristics, and notable ecological features
- Support the implementation of restoration and conservation activities under guidance from senior technical staff
- Help review and identify potential ecological risks or site issues during fieldwork
- Contribute inputs to technical reports, guidelines, and documentation based on field and analysis work
- Participate in training and capacity-building activities related to ecological monitoring and assessment
- Support coordination with project staff and local partners during field activities and community engagement
- Maintain accurate records of field data and observations, ensuring quality and consistency
This job description is designed to outline a range of main duties that may be encountered. It is not designed to be an exhaustive list of tasks and can be varied in consultation with the post holder to reflect changes in the job or the organization.