Ecological Conservation Specialist

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeEnvironment Full time $100,000
Job Title

Environmental Programs Manager

This role plays a crucial part in supporting conservation efforts, ensuring the protection of the Blue Mountains World Heritage area and contributing to national and international conservation initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead the delivery of the Institute's research portfolio, attracting revenue to realise its research agenda. This role connects the applicant with world-leading conservationists and scientists, offering a platform for co-designing and implementing mission-led research and leading collaboration programs.

This is an opportunity for someone interested in working with a diverse research network that takes an interdisciplinary approach to environmental issues through projects addressing ecological, socio-cultural, and economic dimensions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage current programs and projects, responding to their development needs
  • Oversee project activities, including staff, interns, and volunteers, to ensure milestones, quality control, and outcome reporting requirements are met
  • Consult with stakeholders from relevant agencies, community members, and researchers to maintain and enhance existing and new projects
  • Facilitate policy conversations through forums, roundtables, and reports to policymakers
  • Secure publishing opportunities and prepare reports for public dissemination
  • Engage with grant schemes and other opportunities to support Institute programs and projects
Project Development and Implementation
  • Support the CEO and the Research & Programs sub-committee in producing targeted research that builds understanding and appreciation of natural and cultural values
  • Lead the Institute's research involvement in key collaborations
  • Secure funding for research projects in collaboration with the Institute team
  • Develop and manage teams and projects as funding is secured
  • Create opportunities for research to inform conservation policy discussions
  • Ensure effective monitoring, evaluation, and reporting frameworks are implemented for all research projects
Sponsorships, Partnerships, and Relationships
  • Initiate, broker, and sustain project partnerships with stakeholders
  • Identify and approach new funding partners
  • Maintain communication with project partners and researchers to ensure common objectives are met
Internal Operations
  • Prepare reports for presentation and discussion at meetings
  • Maintain a comprehensive database of projects and activities

Requirements

An ambitious environmental professional or researcher seeking a dynamic environment, committed to growing the Institute, with exceptional interpersonal skills and clear communication abilities.

Applicants should submit a brief cover letter and CV outlining relevant experience and interest.

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