KTK-BELT is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in New York. It aims to catalyze new models of biodiversity conservation and environmental learning in eastern Nepal. Its mission is to work with teachers, farmers, youth, and women to create a ‘Vertical University’
that will span from Koshi Tappu (67 m.) to Kanchenjunga (8,586 m.), the third tallest peak in the world. The idea is to give a framework to local farmers to become ‘professors’ of the Vertical University, to share their indigenous knowledge while conserving threatened species and
landscapes.
KTK-BELT works with local non-profit motive organizations called ‘Learning Grounds.’ Each Learning Ground, governed by a diverse local Board, owns its own biodiversity-rich conservation land base, which it holds in perpetuity in order to prevent ecosystem fragmentation and deforestation. Local BELT Youth Fellows, trained by KTK-BELT staff, run and administer the Learning Grounds.
For more information, please visit www.belt-project.org.
KTK-BELT is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization registered in New York. It aims to catalyze new models of biodiversity conservation and environmental learning in eastern Nepal. Its mission is to work with teachers, farmers, youth, and women to create a ‘Vertical University’
that will span from Koshi Tappu (67 m.) to Kanchenjunga (8,586 m.), the third tallest peak in the world. The idea is to …
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Scope of work:
More than 166 alien and invasive plant species have been recorded in Nepal among which 21 species are the most problematic. In Koshi Tappu, the major invasive species, such as Water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes), Mikania micrantha, Ipomoea carnea ssp. Fistulosa is considered one of the major causes for destruction of wetlands.
Water hyacinths (Eichhornia crassipes) and Chinese Creepers (Mikania micrantha) are two key species that are causing degradation of aquatic habitats such as ponds, lakes and canals. Free-floating mats of Water-hyacinth in Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve have resulted in a sharp decline in the number of pure open water-dwelling bird species, especially Oriental Darter, cormorants, and grebes, as well as reducing feeding areas for some ducks and other wetland birds.
Working in collaboration with the local communities, the incumbent will be responsible to research the possibilities of developing products from water hyacinth and other invasive plant species.
Phase 1: Site Research and Assessment
Phase 2: Design, Development and Market Research of the product
Phase 3: Capacity Building and Training
Phase 4: Product Development
Qualification / Experience Desired:
Special skills and competence:
Timing: The contract shall be for a 3-6 month duration on a consultant basis
Remuneration: Based on experience and project resources
Duty Station: Kathmandu with a frequent field visit to Koshi Tappu
Documents to be submitted by the Application:
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