If you’re interested in wildlife conservation and concerned about the loss of species from this little planet of ours, then you’ve probably heard of a term called community-based conservation. But what is it? And how can wildlife conservation provide a pathway to helping people out of poverty? And finally, why have some of the poorest
Organisation Overview Blue Ventures develops locally led approaches to marine management that benefit people and nature alike. By listening and responding to basic needs, we design our models to catalyse and sustain marine conservation, unlocking the potential of coastal communities to manage their resources. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local
It all started with octopuses… In southern Madagascar, the community of Vezo became concerned that their fisheries were in decline. Blue Ventures, an award-winning marine conservation organisation stepped in and supported temporary closures of fishing zones, as a result, octopus landings increased dramatically, and local incomes grew. News soon spread and Blue Ventures introduced the Locally
After working over 12 years for Blue Ventures, an NGO that focuses on rebuilding tropical fisheries with coastal communities, Frances Humber has dedicated her entire professional career to non-profit and social enterprises and has a wealth of experience in marine conservation. I was fortunate enough to speak with Fran about how she developed from a
It is no coincidence that conservation and conversation are anagrams. In our age of insta-information and digital decisions, it’s easy to mistake boardrooms and computer screens for the birthplaces of conservation projects. But spend 30 minutes speaking with Dr Alasdair Harris, Chief Executive of multi-award winning NGO Blue Ventures, and he’ll quickly remind you that
We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across
We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across
Location: Office-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Closing date for applications: 17th May 2024 11:59 P.M EAT Contract status: Regional role, full-time Start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: One year fixed term, with the possibility of extension Remuneration: Salaries will be in line with local salary grades and dependent on experience circa KES
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries and restore ocean life in Madagascar. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers and community
Location: Dili, Timor-Leste Closing date for applications: 29 February 2024 Contract status: National post, full-time Start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: 2 years fixed term with the possibility of extension thereafter Remuneration: Competitive salary based on experience as per national salary range Salary Band: Manager This role is open to Timor-Leste nationals only. We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organisation that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries and restore ocean life. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers and community organisations to
Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London – UK, Belize, Timor-Leste) or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Closing date for applications: 16th December 2023 Contract status: Global Post, Full-time Start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: 2 years fixed term (with the possibility
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organisation that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries, restore ocean life and build lasting pathways to prosperity. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers
Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London – UK, Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste) or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Our UK flexible working policy requires a minimum of 2 days per week attendance in the office as well as travel to other offices or
Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London – UK, Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste) or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Closing date for applications: 22 October 2023, applications will be considered on a rolling basis Contract status: Global post, full-time Start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: Permanent Remuneration: UK:
Our Technical Knowledge team oversees Blue Ventures’ technical pillars (Secure Rights, Community-Based Fisheries Management, Better Returns, Financial Inclusion, and the crosscutting theme of Gender) and supports the use of data for decision-making, providing tools, training, and guidance to partners and Blue Ventures’ staff around the world. This team integrates expertise and deep practical experience with
Our Technical Knowledge team oversees the four technical pillars and our team supports the use of data for decision making, to provide tools, training, and guidance to partners and Blue Ventures’ staff around the world. This team integrates expertise and deep practical experience with pragmatism and a desire to enable others to deliver lasting change,
Contract status: Global Post, Full-time Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London – UK, Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste), or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Contract duration: 2 years fixed term (with the possibility of extension) Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organization that puts
Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London – UK, Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste) or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Closing date for applications: 3 November 2023 Contract status: Global Post, Full-time Start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: 2 years fixed term (with the possibility of extension) Remuneration: Competitive salary
Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London – UK, Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste), or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Closing date for applications: 31 October 2023 Contract status: Global Post, Full-time Start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: 2 years fixed term (with the possibility of extension) Remuneration: Competitive
Location: Either in one of our global offices (Bristol or London – UK, Madagascar, Belize, Indonesia, Timor-Leste) or home-based within countries where Blue Ventures has administrative capacity (Mozambique, Kenya, Tanzania) Closing date for applications: 3 November 2023 Contract status: Global Post, Full-time Start date: As soon as possible Contract duration: 2 years fixed term (with the possibility of extension) Remuneration: Competitive
We rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organisation that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries and restore ocean life. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with
Blue Ventures is a marine conservation organisation that puts people first. We support coastal fishers in remote and rural communities to rebuild fisheries and restore ocean life. Our work began two decades ago in Madagascar’s remote coastal communities and is growing globally. Across a dozen countries, we’re partnering with traditional fishers and community organisations to
In this special conversation we’re celebrating the 100th episode of the Conservation Careers Podcast! The Conservation Careers Podcast was launched on 21st June 2018, and over the past five years we’ve talked to so many different people within the conservation sector, played with the format and enjoyed the ride. We’re proud to say that we’ve
Location: Antananarivo, Madagascar, with regular travel to field sites, and occasionally internationally Closing date for applications: 10 July 2023 Contract type: National or international (we actively encourage Malagasy nationals, women and people of colour to apply) Start date: as soon as possible Contract duration: 2-year contract, with a 6-month probation period Remuneration: Competitive Organisation overview
We’re recruiting for a Regional Director to lead our growing work in the Asia Pacific region, supporting communities and partners in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, the Philippines, Thailand and Timor-Leste. Based in the region, the Asia Regional Director is responsible for overseeing the safe, effective and efficient delivery of Blue Ventures’ activities across the region.
