Provision of Professional Services as a Social Worker for Management of Activities Related to the Administration, Restoration, Conservation, and Use of the Regional System of Protected Areas and Ecosystems - CD-667-2026

The Autonomous Regional Corporation for the Defense of the Bucaramanga Plateau (Corporación Autónoma Regional para la Defensa de la Meseta de Bucaramanga - CDMB) is seeking professional services from a social worker. The role involves managing activities related to the administration, restoration, conservation, and use of the Regional System of Protected Areas and Strategic Ecosystems within the CDMB's jurisdiction. This is in the context of updating and harmonizing territorial planning and management instruments. The contract, reference CD-667-2026, has a duration of 4 months and is being procured through direct contracting. The social worker will play a key role in community engagement, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring that local populations are involved in and benefit from conservation efforts. Their expertise will be vital in bridging the gap between environmental management goals and the socio-economic realities of the communities living in and around protected areas. The services will be performed within the jurisdiction of the CDMB, with the location specified as Santander. This contract emphasizes the integrated approach to environmental management, recognizing the importance of social dimensions in conservation.