Species Survival & Conservation Planning Lead

British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA); Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization in Dublin seeks a Conservation Project Coordinator, tasked with implementing conservation strategies and managing key conservation planning initiatives. The candidate will work closely with stakeholders, assessing extinction risks and mobilizing conservation actions. A Bachelor's degree in conservation biology or related fields, along with 2+ years of experience in planning, is required. Fluency in English is essential, and knowledge of IUCN tools is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor level degree in conservation biology, zoology or related fields.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience in conservation planning.
• Strong project management and implementation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support efforts between the Species Survival Centre and SSC Network.
• Collaborate on conservation strategies and assessments.
• Oversee training and development in IUCN tools.

Skills

Stakeholder relationship skills

Project management

Scientific writing

Multilingual communication

Biodiversity conservation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in conservation biology or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

IUCN tools

Job description

A reputable organization in Dublin seeks a Conservation Project Coordinator, tasked with implementing conservation strategies and managing key conservation planning initiatives. The candidate will work closely with stakeholders, assessing extinction risks and mobilizing conservation actions. A Bachelor's degree in conservation biology or related fields, along with 2+ years of experience in planning, is required. Fluency in English is essential, and knowledge of IUCN tools is beneficial.