Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a global non-profit conservation organization founded in 1895. It works to conserve wildlife and wild places through science, conservation action, education, and partnerships with governments and local communities. WCS operates conservation programs in more than 50 countries and focuses on protecting biodiversity and important ecosystems.
Presence in Nigeria
WCS has a long-standing conservation program in Nigeria, working to protect the country’s biodiversity, wildlife, forests, and other important ecosystems. Its Nigeria program includes conservation education, wildlife protection and law enforcement, and support for sustainable local livelihoods.
Mission
To save wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature.
Vision
A world where wildlife thrives in healthy lands and seas, valued by societies that embrace and benefit from the diversity and integrity of life on Earth.
Core Areas of Intervention
Wildlife Conservation
- Protection of threatened and endangered species
- Wildlife population monitoring
- Species conservation programs
- Combating wildlife trafficking
Protected Areas and Ecosystem Conservation
- Forest and savannah conservation
- Protected-area management
- Habitat restoration
- Biodiversity conservation
Community Conservation
- Community engagement
- Sustainable livelihood development
- Local conservation partnerships
- Conservation education
Protection and Law Enforcement
- Anti-poaching initiatives
- Ranger support and training
- Wildlife crime prevention
- Strengthening conservation law enforcement
Research and Science
- Biodiversity research
- Wildlife surveys and monitoring
- Conservation data collection
- Evidence-based conservation planning
Climate and Environmental Conservation
- Ecosystem protection
- Climate resilience
- Sustainable natural-resource management
- Nature-based conservation solutions
Geographic Reach
WCS works internationally across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the world’s oceans. In Nigeria, its conservation work includes important landscapes such as Cross River National Park and Yankari Game Reserve.
Target Beneficiaries
- Local and Indigenous Communities
- Wildlife and Biodiversity
- Forest-Dependent Communities
- Conservation Workers and Rangers
- Farmers and Natural-Resource Users
- Young People and Students
- Future Generations
Partnerships and Collaboration
WCS works with governments, Indigenous Peoples, local communities, conservation organizations, research institutions, and other development partners to protect wildlife and ecosystems while supporting communities that depend on natural resources.
Careers and Opportunities
WCS offers opportunities in:
- Wildlife Conservation
- Environmental Management
- Biodiversity Research
- Community Conservation
- Forestry
- Conservation Education
- Climate Change
- GIS and Remote Sensing
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Communications
- Project Management
- Finance and Administration
- Human Resources
- Law Enforcement and Protected-Area Management
Focus Areas – Wildlife Conservation Society
- Wildlife Conservation
- Biodiversity Protection
- Protected Area Management
- Forest & Ecosystem Conservation
- Community Conservation
- Conservation Education
- Wildlife Research & Monitoring
- Anti-Poaching & Law Enforcement
- Climate & Environmental Sustainability
- Sustainable Livelihoods
- Conservation Policy & Advocacy
