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Officer – Stakeholder Engagement (UAE Nationals Only)

Emirates Nature-WWF
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Full Time
Mid
Hybrid
4 weeks ago
Stakeholder EngagementCommunity OutreachGovernment RelationsProject CoordinationArabicEnglish
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Job Summary

  • The Officer Stakeholder Engagement will serve as the primary liaison between Emirates Nature–WWF and key stakeholders involved in the IHYAA' programme.
  • The role will place emphasis on stakeholder management, government liaison, and fisheries sector engagement.

Major Duties and Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with fishermen, community leaders, cooperatives, and local authorities.
  • Act as day to day focal point for stakeholder engagement activities in Umm Al Quwain and other emirates.
  • Support coordination with federal and local government entities.
  • Facilitate meetings, workshops, consultations, and community events.
  • Engage directly with fishing communities to collect local ecological knowledge.
  • Support awareness campaigns related to ghost gear, sustainable fisheries, marine conservation.
  • Identify community champions and support their participation.
  • Support planning and delivery of field activities, stakeholder meetings, training sessions.
  • Maintain records of engagement activities and stakeholder feedback.
  • Assist in developing Arabic language materials and stakeholder communications.

Requirements

  • UAE National (required).
  • 2–5 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, community outreach, government relations, or project coordination.
  • Experience working with local communities, government entities, NGOs, or environmental programmes is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with UAE government structures and stakeholder engagement processes is advantageous.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Marine Science, Social Sciences, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field is preferred.
  • Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of Emirati culture and local community dynamics.
  • Willingness to travel regularly and spend time in the field.

Skills

  • Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of Emirati culture and local community dynamics.
  • Ability to build trust and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities simultaneously.
  • Willingness to travel regularly and spend time in the field.
  • Passion for environmental conservation and community development.

Additional Information

  • Emirates Nature WWF is an equal opportunity employer.
  • We welcome diversity in the workplace and offer a flexible and diverse place of employment.

How to Apply

  • Send application with cover letter and CV to careers@enwwf.ae with subject 'Application: Project Officer – Stakeholder Engagement' before 10th July 2026.

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