Oct 21, Conservation Science Capacity and Leadership Fellowship Program in Uganda

WWF’s Russell E. Train Education for Nature (EFN) Program invites applications from the current and next generation of conservation scientists, leaders, and practitioners to pursue graduate-level studies (master’s degree) focused on dimensions of human-wildlife conflict and coexistence in Uganda. The growth of human populations combined with expansion of settlements and agricultural land has increasingly resulted in widespread conflicts between people and wildlife.

Long-term resolution of human-wildlife conflict and co-existence calls for effective multifaceted, interdisciplinary, practical and socio-culturally relevant approaches and solutions. This competitive fellowship aims to strengthen the in-country capacity of outstanding and well-trained experts, natural and social scientists, and practitioners to undertake academic and field-based training to address issues of human-wildlife conflicts.

This fellowship is open to Ugandan nationals who are enrolled in, admitted to, or have applied to a master’s program at an accredited institution of study in Uganda and that already possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (i.e., biology, ecology, conservation, zoology, geography).

The master’s research will focus on developing solutions for human-elephant conflict around the northern border of Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda.

Eligibility Criteria

You must be a citizen and legal permanent resident of Uganda.

You must have at least two years of conservation-related work or research experience.

You must have a demonstrated

commitment to working in conservation.

You must be enrolled in, admitted

to, or have applied to a master’s program at an accredited institution of study in Uganda and

have already attained a bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline (i.e., biology, ecology, conservation, zoology, geography).

You must plan to begin your studies no later than January 2025.

You must contact EFN if you are a WWF employee, consultant, or previous EFN grant recipient to determine eligibility.

Selection Criteria

This fellowship aims to bridge academic excellence and conservation research to provide hands-on experiences

and learning opportunities. The proposed research topics may cover a wide range of themes. Finalists will be identified through a

competitive selection process and scored based on a set of criteria including, but not limited to the following areas:

Academic and professional contributions/potential: Applicant’s commitment to their academic and professional development.

Strength and quality of the research proposal: uniqueness of proposed topic, relevance, and detailed plan of action. The proposed work demonstrates an understanding of the rationale on human-wildlife conflicts. The proposed research work highlights the intent to explore solutions at the interface of climate, conservation, people, and sustainable development; the proposed activities are feasible within the proposed work plan and realistic budget.

Individual and collective impact: The applicant’s ability to succeed in conservation

research and leadership; short and long-term impacts as well as lasting conservation outcomes beyond proposed academic/research timeframe. The proposed work aims to engage diverse stakeholders, including gender mainstreaming and involvement

of local and indigenous communities. The applicant demonstrates potential to build partnerships and active engagement with local communities, academic, research and practitioners.

Project measurability: The proposed research has measurable outcomes and outputs.

Collaborations: The applicant’s demonstrated potential to enhance partnerships beyond the proposed objectives and timeframe.

Recommendation letters: The applicant meets the specific criteria for the fellowship

with specific examples which demonstrate the applicant’s abilities.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Conservation Science Capacity and Leadership Fellowship Program in Uganda

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