BIO 3.8

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Competence Level

Category name:

Biodiversity Conservation

Category code:

BIO

Category function:

Ensuring the maintenance of the ecological values of protected areas through management and monitoring of species their habitats ecosystems and natural resource use.

Competence level:

LEVEL 3

Code:

Scope of work:

Direction and management of medium sized organisations.

Typical function:

SENIOR MANAGER

Knowledge statement:

Direct the curation and management of specimens and collections.

Knowledge criterion:

International regulations regarding endangered species (e.g. CITES). National protection status of species. Principles of ethical and responsible research and specimen collection. Issues and legislation related to biopiracy access and benefit sharing.

Performance criterion:

Developing/applying procedures and protocols to ensure that collection of biological material is conducted legally and ethically and respects the rights of legal and traditional custodians. Ensuring that specimens and collections are correctly curated. Ensuring that collection storage and movement of specimens complies with national law and international agreements.