Field Manager

Farmers for Forests; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers for Forests is looking for a Field Manager to oversee operations at the Biodiversity Park in Maharashtra, India. The role involves managing daily site functions, supervising staff, maintaining biodiversity records, and conducting educational activities with volunteers and community groups. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science or a related field, along with 3–5 years of relevant experience. Strong skills in leadership, communication, and biodiversity management are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in plantation management or environmental projects.
• Ability to engage with students, volunteers, and community groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance of the Biodiversity Park.
• Supervise nursery and maintenance staff.
• Maintain biodiversity records and documentation.
• Plan and coordinate visits for community engagement.
• Conduct guided trails and educational activities.

Skills

Understanding of biodiversity

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, Biodiversity, Ecology

Job description

Job Description

Role Summary

The Field Manager will be responsible for overall site operations, maintenance, biodiversity management, and educational engagement at the Biodiversity Park (BD Hub), Manchar. The role includes supervision of field staff while ensuring structured visitor engagement, ecological documentation, reporting, and smooth day-to-day functioning of the park.

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee day-to-day operations, maintenance, and overall functioning of the Biodiversity Park, ensuring cleanliness, infrastructure upkeep, and site standards.
2. Supervise nursery and maintenance staff; monitor plantation health and survival rates, irrigation systems, and habitat conditions.
3. Maintain biodiversity records, including flora and fauna data, ecological observations, and site development documentation.
4. Manage inventory of nursery inputs, tools, and operational consumables.
5. Plan and coordinate visits of volunteers, community members, stakeholders, and students, ensuring structured and meaningful engagement experiences.
6. Conduct guided trails, orientation sessions, and educational activities, interpreting the ecological significance and development journey of the biodiversity zones.
7. Supervise and guide Field Associates responsible for school outreach and mobilization under the Schools for Forests program.
8. Maintain operational and activity reports, ensure achievement of plantation and engagement targets, and coordinate with the Senior Manager for planning and review.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, Biodiversity, Ecology, or a related field.
• Relevant 3–5 years of experience in plantation management, environmental projects, biodiversity parks, or field operations (preferred).

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of biodiversity, ecology, and environmental education concepts.
• Ability to confidently engage and communicate with students, volunteers, and community groups.
• Team supervision and leadership capability.
• Basic documentation, reporting, and record-keeping skills.
• Organizational and coordination abilities for managing site operations and field visits.
• Languages known: Marathi, Hindi, English.

Date of Joining

The selected candidate is expected to join as per mutual decision (Immediate joiners will be preferred).

Benefits

Compensation

As per organizational standards, based on skills and experience.