Request for Expressions of Interest - National Consultancy to update the Management Plan for the San San Pond Sak National Wetland Park, Panama

Deadline: 30 August 2026

About the role

National consultancy to update the Management Plan for the San San Pond Sak National Wetland Park, Panama, under the BE-CLME+ Project: Promoting National Blue Economy (BE) Priorities Through Marine Spatial Planning in the Caribbean Large Marine Ecosystem Plus (GEF Project ID 10211).

Responsibilities

• Review and assess the current Management Plan for San San Pond Sak National Wetland Park.
• Engage with stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, and conservation groups, to gather input and ensure alignment with national and regional Blue Economy priorities.
• Update the Management Plan to incorporate Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) principles and Blue Economy strategies.
• Develop actionable recommendations for sustainable management, conservation, and financing of the wetland park.
• Prepare a final report and present findings to CRFM and relevant stakeholders.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in environmental science, natural resource management, marine biology, ecology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing or updating management plans for protected areas, particularly wetlands or coastal ecosystems.
• Knowledge of Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and Blue Economy frameworks.
• Experience working in Panama or the Caribbean region, with familiarity of local environmental policies and stakeholders.
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken).

Skills

• Project management and report writing.
• Data analysis and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) proficiency.
• Policy analysis and strategic planning.
• Cross-cultural communication and teamwork.