The Role:
You will play a key role in supporting the scaling of NaturePlus™ projects in Australia. You will have the opportunity to apply your practical ecological knowledge to projects delivering the restoration and conservation of biodiversity in a broad range of ecosystems.
You will provide leadership to guide our team of scientists for;
- Field-based botanical survey work, including vegetation and ecological mapping and targeted threatened flora and fauna survey work,
- Support and advice to land and resource managers on conservation action,
- Assessing the feasibility of project approaches for conservation outcomes,
- Ecological monitoring, involving the design and implementation of monitoring programs, surveys for threatened species, running long-term monitoring projects
You will undertake field research and apply your extensive practical ecological knowledge and ability to engage external experts to deliver high integrity conservation outcomes on NaturePlus™ projects.
- Preparation of technical reports for public and private sector clients
- Supporting teams on the delivery of projects
- Working with the General Manager – New Initiatives and other senior staff to assist with business planning and make strategic decisions for the business’ development
Key Accountabilities:
- Support high-integrity outcomes for the restoration and conservation of nature through the application of the NaturePlus ™ Scheme across Australia
- Problem-solve roadblocks to high impact outcomes across project portfolio
- Establish and manage relationships with stakeholders to progress positive restoration and conservation outcomes across project portfolio
- Seek opportunities for continuous improvement in people and operations
- Provide input to preliminary assessment and design of NaturePlus™ Assessment projects
- Assist with the management and mitigation of risks
- Provide communications and leadership to others in the organisation in relation to NaturePlus™
Key Technical Capability/Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience applying ecological knowledge to real life situations
- Tertiary Qualification in Science (post graduate preferred)
- Demonstrated high level planning, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate, present and influence all levels of the organisation, including Executive and C-level
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and a willingness to undertake a variety of tasks and display initiative
- Actively and constructively participate in collaborative activities to achieve shared goals, accepting joint responsibility for outcomes
Key Attributes:
- Holds yourself and others accountable to the highest in moral and ethical standards
- Demonstrates ability to problem solve by implementing sustainable solutions
- Curious and courageous in uncharted territory
- Values working collaboratively and inclusively to deliver collective impact
- Uses intellect and street smarts to think ahead, evolve ideas and push boundaries
- Down to earth, purposeful and humble in your approach
- Values and prioritises team wellbeing
Please note that the closing date for expressions of interest is 30 October 2023.
