Natural Ecosystems Protection and Restoration Expert – Madagascar

Aninver Development Partners SL (www.aninver.com) is looking for a Natural Ecosystems Protection and Restoration Expert for a environment, finance, youth consultancy assignment financed by AFD in Madagascar.

Aninver Development Partners is currently preparing a technical proposal for an upcoming advisory initiative funded by the French Development Agency (AFD) in Madagascar. The overarching goal of the project is to reinforce the resilience of vulnerable populations and natural ecosystems against climate change impacts, fostering a sustainable and inclusive blue economy through land-sea continuum planning.

We are seeking a qualified Natural Ecosystems Protection and Restoration Expert to join our multidisciplinary team for this 12-month assignment. The selected specialist will play a pivotal role in designing ecosystem-based strategies, conducting vulnerability assessments, and implementing nature-based solutions to safeguard coastal and terrestrial environments in the target region.

Aninver is preparing a proposal for this assignment. The selected expert will be part of the proposed team; the engagement is conditional on the contract being awarded to Aninver. The full Terms of Reference for the position are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Objectives of the assignment

• Strengthen the resilience of vulnerable ecosystems and local communities to climate change impacts in Madagascar.
• Support the integration of environmental protection measures into regional spatial planning frameworks.
• Develop practical strategies for the sustainable management and restoration of natural habitats along the land-sea continuum.
• Contribute to the promotion of a climate-resilient and inclusive blue economy.

Scope of work

• Elaborating regional strategic planning documents focused on environmental sustainability and ecosystem resilience.
• Designing an integrated spatial development scheme supporting the blue economy.
• Conducting feasibility studies for climate-adapted investment projects in coastal and marine zones.
• Assessing ecological vulnerabilities and identifying critical areas requiring immediate restoration.
• Integrating nature-based solutions into broader regional development frameworks.

Your role as Natural Ecosystems Protection and Restoration Expert

• Lead technical tasks related to natural ecosystem protection, vulnerability assessments, and ecological restoration.
• Design and promote nature-based solutions specifically tailored for coastal and marine environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to integrate ecological data into land-sea continuum planning.
• Conduct field assessments and stakeholder consultations to evaluate environmental risks and degradation levels.
• Draft technical reports, guidelines, and recommendations for ecosystem preservation and climate adaptation.
• Ensure that environmental safeguards and sustainability principles are mainstreamed across all project components.

Requirements

• Education: Not explicitly stated (expert profile expected to cover the requirement)
• Demonstrated competence in natural ecosystem protection, vulnerability studies, nature-based solutions in coastal areas
• Languages: Proficiency in French

Desirable

• Previous professional experience working on donor-funded projects in Madagascar or the wider East Africa region.
• Familiarity with AFD procedures and international development frameworks.
• Knowledge of local socio-environmental contexts and participatory engagement approaches.

An experienced environmental professional with a strong background in coastal vulnerability studies, ecosystem restoration, and the implementation of nature-based solutions within climate adaptation frameworks.

Assignment details

• Location: Madagascar
• Financed by: AFD
• Sector: Environment, finance, youth
• Estimated duration: 12 months
• Contract: individual consultancy (conditional on award)

About Aninver Development Partners

Aninver is an international development consulting firm headquartered in Spain. It supports governments, development banks, UN agencies and bilateral donors with feasibility studies, technical assistance, evaluations and capacity building across Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Asia-Pacific, working with a network of international and national experts.

Why apply

• Join a multidisciplinary team on a AFD-financed project in Madagascar.
• Individual consultancy: flexible, output-based engagement with an experienced proposal team.
• Your CV stays in Aninver's expert network for future assignments that match your profile.

How to apply

Sign in (or create a free account) and upload your CV in English. Add your LinkedIn profile, indicative daily rate and availability to speed up the assessment. Aninver will contact the shortlisted candidates.

Frequently asked questions

Is the position confirmed? The engagement depends on the contract being awarded to Aninver. Shortlisted experts are included in the proposal with their consent.

Can I apply if I am not based in the country? Yes, unless the requirements say otherwise; relevant regional experience is an asset.

What happens with my CV? It is used to assess your fit for this and future positions and is not shared with third parties without your consent.