David Vousden Email & Phone Number

Cape Town, Wc, Za

Home-Based In Cape Town

The Sargasso Sea Project is one of the first UN and GEF Projects to focus on developing conservation and stewardship measures in a BBNJ High Seas area. This 4 year project (full title 'Strengthening the Stewardship of an Economically and Biologically Significant High Seas Area - The Sargasso Sea) aims to deliver a detailed scientific and economic analysis of the Sargasso Sea (A Socio-Ecosystem Diagnostic Analysis), which will also capture the economic value of the area. this will then lead into… Show more The Sargasso Sea Project is one of the first UN and GEF Projects to focus on developing conservation and stewardship measures in a BBNJ High Seas area. This 4 year project (full title 'Strengthening the Stewardship of an Economically and Biologically Significant High Seas Area - The Sargasso Sea) aims to deliver a detailed scientific and economic analysis of the Sargasso Sea (A Socio-Ecosystem Diagnostic Analysis), which will also capture the economic value of the area. this will then lead into a Strategic Action Programme whereby stakeholders in the Sargasso Sea will negotiate an agreement for improved conservation and stewardships measures. Stakeholder Engagement is critical to the success of this Project. Show less

Grahamstown Area, South Africa

Dr. Vousden was made an Honorary Professor of Ocean Governance by Rhodes University Senate in October 2014 and maintains that title to date. As such he represents Rhodes University academically in various forums and roles.

Gesamp Secretariat, Imo, London

Dr. Vousden served as the Chair of this unique and independent advisory body for 5 years. GESAMP provides authoritative scientific advice to those United Nations agencies and organisations that are responsible for protecting the world's ocean and seas. Today, he remains a Member of GESAMP focusing on various aspects of large marine ecosystems and the impacts of climate change on the ocean.

Grahamstown, South Africa

As Regional Project Director, Dr. Vousden was in charge of a 7-year regional UNDP GEF Project for the Western Indian Ocean. The objectives of this Project was to assist the countries in undertaking a detailed Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis of the Large Marine Ecosystems of the Western Indian Ocean region and then use the results from this to develop a Strategic Action Programme for the countries to better manage the impacts and threats to the ecosystems and their sustainable resources. This… Show more As Regional Project Director, Dr. Vousden was in charge of a 7-year regional UNDP GEF Project for the Western Indian Ocean. The objectives of this Project was to assist the countries in undertaking a detailed Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis of the Large Marine Ecosystems of the Western Indian Ocean region and then use the results from this to develop a Strategic Action Programme for the countries to better manage the impacts and threats to the ecosystems and their sustainable resources. This project then evolved into the Western Indian Ocean SAPPHIRE Project (“Strategic Action Programme Policy Harmonisation and Institutional Reforms) which is still ongoing Show less

Bangor, North Wales, United Kingdom

Founder and Director of a private consultancy firm working primarily with GEF (Global Environment Facility) projects and associated Implementing Agencies (UNDP, UNEP, World Bank) as well as some private sector work with organisations such as the Woods Hole Consultancy Group. During this period Dr. Vousden worked with GEF projects all over the world as a Project Evaluator and Project Developer. He also created and fielded a major consultancy group in the Middle East to deal with the… Show more Founder and Director of a private consultancy firm working primarily with GEF (Global Environment Facility) projects and associated Implementing Agencies (UNDP, UNEP, World Bank) as well as some private sector work with organisations such as the Woods Hole Consultancy Group. During this period Dr. Vousden worked with GEF projects all over the world as a Project Evaluator and Project Developer. He also created and fielded a major consultancy group in the Middle East to deal with the after-effetcs of the oil pollution resulting from the 1990's Gulf War. Show less

Undp New York

Responsible for UNDPs GEF programmes in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), playing an important role in the transition process through empowering people, organizations and governments to promote sustainable human development. This post dealt with GEF's Biodiversity, International Waters and Climate Change porfolios in the region. During this period, the GEF Portfolio in the region rose from a little over $20 million to $180 million. Also during this… Show more Responsible for UNDPs GEF programmes in Central and Eastern Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), playing an important role in the transition process through empowering people, organizations and governments to promote sustainable human development. This post dealt with GEF's Biodiversity, International Waters and Climate Change porfolios in the region. During this period, the GEF Portfolio in the region rose from a little over $20 million to $180 million. Also during this period, Dr. Vousden was responsible for many of GEF's flagship projects in the region, including the Black Sea, Danube and Caspian Sea projects and some ground-breaking new GEF inputs in a joint Biodiversity and international waters programme in Kamchatka, Russia. Show less

Belize City

Project Manager for a UNDP GEF national coastal zone management project. The project delivered a number of valuable objectives including a national interministerial CZM board, a number of research facilities (including Glover's Reef in partnership with WCS) and was instrumental in providing support to the Belize Government for the declaration of the Belize Reef system as a World Heritage Site.

York, United Kingdom

Responsible for diversification of company capabilities and development of new company portfolio. Training and capacity building of overseas government and academic personnel in environmental planning and management. Negotiated industrial partnerships for pollution contingency planning and emergency response

Cayman Islands, West Indies

Advised Minister of Environment on all conservation and pollution issues. Drafted national legislation and developed contingency plans to address pollution threats. Formally represented government at regional and international scientific assemblies (including Cartagena Convention, MARPOL, etc). Developed and evolved full government Department of Environment from small Natural Resources Unit including establishing staff levels, budgets, objectives and Mission Statement. Structured and managed… Show more Advised Minister of Environment on all conservation and pollution issues. Drafted national legislation and developed contingency plans to address pollution threats. Formally represented government at regional and international scientific assemblies (including Cartagena Convention, MARPOL, etc). Developed and evolved full government Department of Environment from small Natural Resources Unit including establishing staff levels, budgets, objectives and Mission Statement. Structured and managed national research priorities, management policies and monitoring procedures for the national parks system, the terrestrial environment and the fisheries sector. Developed and headed environmental enforcement and compliance division with full constabulary powers Show less

Manama, Bahrain

Senior government technical advisor on all terrestrial and marine environmental issues. Developed the biological and biochemical section of the government agency responsible for environmental protection. Designed and supervised laboratories and research vessels. Perfected new field techniques for biological habitat surveying and coastal monitoring. Trained staff and supervised consultants in the implementation of field methodologies. Developed pollution sensitivity maps for oil spill and… Show more Senior government technical advisor on all terrestrial and marine environmental issues. Developed the biological and biochemical section of the government agency responsible for environmental protection. Designed and supervised laboratories and research vessels. Perfected new field techniques for biological habitat surveying and coastal monitoring. Trained staff and supervised consultants in the implementation of field methodologies. Developed pollution sensitivity maps for oil spill and biohazard contingency planning. Functioned as Acting Director and represented government at international scientific assemblies (e.g. UNEP Regional Seas Programme, oil spill contingency planning, oceanographic data collection and interpretation). Show less

York, United Kingdom

Consultant field scientist to IUCN/UNEP for mapping the marine resources of the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia. Trained national staff in marine survey techniques and supervised underwater photographic survey of coral reef habitats. Implemented an environmental impact assessment of the Saudi-Bahrain Causeway and initiated long-term environmental monitoring stations around coastline of Bahrain. Fisheries consultant to the State of Bahrain and to the government of Nigeria advising on pollution… Show more Consultant field scientist to IUCN/UNEP for mapping the marine resources of the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia. Trained national staff in marine survey techniques and supervised underwater photographic survey of coral reef habitats. Implemented an environmental impact assessment of the Saudi-Bahrain Causeway and initiated long-term environmental monitoring stations around coastline of Bahrain. Fisheries consultant to the State of Bahrain and to the government of Nigeria advising on pollution threats to artisanal and commercial fisheries. Show less

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.). External Research, Awarded 1996., Marine Habitat Survey Of Bahrain.

A Study of the Marine Habitats of Babrain with Particular Reference to the Effects of Water Temperature, Depth and Salinity on Seagrass.

Bsc, Zoology/ Marine Zoology

Activities and Societies: Member and Equipment Officer for the University Branch of the BSAC (British Sub Aqua Club); Secretary fo.