Comparative Research and Facilitation of Science-Policy Dialogues in Ecuador Consultant 1

1. Research and analysis

• Conduct comparative research on two conservation areas in the Ecuadorian Amazon.
  
• Map existing spaces and practices aimed at fostering collaboration in conservation areas.
  
• Contribute to the development and refinement of a typology of interactions between conservation implementers and communities.
  

2. Facilitation and coordination

• Facilitate two SciencePolicy Dialogues in Quito to present research findings (November 2024 May 2025).
  
• Coordinate logistical arrangements for one SciencePolicy Dialogue in November 2024 ensuring the participation of key stakeholders.
  
• Collaborate with the project team to design and implement dialogue methodologies.
  

3. Reporting and dissemination

• Prepare and submit reports detailing the mapping of dialogue spaces comparative case studies and findings from SciencePolicy Dialogues.
  
• Disseminate research findings through presentations and other appropriate channels.
  

4. Supervision and reporting

• Report to the project s Principal Investigator and collaborate with CIFORICRAF s team including other consultants.
  
• Ensure alignment with project objectives and timelines through regular checkins.