About this role
The Community Development Officer (CDO) is responsible for promoting equitable and sustainable community-based natural resource management, supporting adaptive biodiversity conservation in the Dja landscape, and improving livelihoods of communities surrounding the Dja Faunal Reserve. Based in Somalomo and reporting to the Senior Landscape Manager, the CDO provides technical leadership and direct supervision to Community Development Assistants in Djoum and Lomié, ensuring coherent, high-quality implementation of community-focused interventions across the landscape. The role serves as a key interface between communities, conservation authorities, AWF technical teams, and partners.