Manager / Projects (Conservation) : Bukit Timah Nature Reserve - Contract

National Parks Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading team dedicated to conserving local natural heritage as a research coordinator at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. You will oversee research and data management while supporting in-house initiatives focused on invasive species management. This engaging role offers a unique opportunity to blend outdoor work with research and conservation activities.

Qualifications

• Preferred background in Environmental Management or related fields.
• Basic animal and/or plant identification skills are advantageous.
• Experience with geospatial and data analysis tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee research activities and data management at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.
• Lead the coordination of big tree resurvey project and manage associated requirements.
• Engage in daily operational work such as tree and trail inspections.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Data Analysis

Environmental Conservation

Education

Environmental Management

Life Science

Geography

Horticulture

Zoology

Tools

ArcGIS

R

Job description

What the role is:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who enjoys working in the outdoors and with people. You will be part of the team based at Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.

What you will be working on:

You will coordinate and oversee research activities and data management for Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and its surrounding nature parks. This includes reviewing the current research permit decision matrix to ensure its effectiveness and relevance, distilling relevant research topics to operations colleagues, and leading the coordination of the Bukit Timah Nature Reserve big tree resurvey project, working closely with appointed consultants while managing associated administrative requirements. Additionally, you will support ongoing in-house research initiatives, with particular focus on invasive species management programmes and the maintenance and verification of species inventory databases.

You will also get the opportunity to be involved in daily operational work such as tree inspection, trail inspection, maintenance, and management of facilities.

What we are looking for:

- Areas of study in Environmental Management, Life Science, Geography, Horticulture, Zoology, or related discipline is preferred

- Advantageous to have basic animal and/or plant identification skills

- Experience with ArcGIS, R, or similar geospatial and data analysis tools are preferred

- Possess good writing, interpersonal and communication skills

- An organized, creative and resourceful team player who is able to work independently

- Enjoy working in an outdoor environment and has a keen interest in nature conservation

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered a 11-month employment contract.

About National Parks Board

At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.