Impact-Driven Biodiversity Restoration Specialist

BirdLife South Africa; Wakkerstroom; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000 - 1,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness package

Field equipment and safety training

Professional development opportunities

Remote work flexibility for admin

Community engagement & impact

Job summary

BirdLife South Africa seeks a Biodiversity and Ecosystem Restoration Specialist to lead restoration programs in Mpumalanga and adjacent regions. You will design restoration plans, conduct ecological assessments, and collaborate with local communities to promote sustainable land use and conservation outcomes.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with strong GIS skills, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge of SA biodiversity laws.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field.
• 3–5 years in biodiversity conservation or ecosystem restoration.
• Certifications in conservation management or ecological restoration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement biodiversity restoration plans for degraded ecosystems.
• Conduct field surveys to assess ecosystem health and species diversity.
• Collaborate with local communities on conservation education and sustainable practices.
• Monitor and report on restoration project impacts.
• Coordinate with government agencies and NGOs for policy alignment.

Skills

Ecological restoration techniques

GIS and data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Biodiversity laws (SA)

Education

Master’s degree in Environmental Science or Ecology

Certifications in conservation restoration (preferred)

Job description

BirdLife South Africa seeks a Biodiversity and Ecosystem Restoration Specialist to lead restoration programs in Mpumalanga and adjacent regions. You will design restoration plans, conduct ecological assessments, and collaborate with local communities to promote sustainable land use and conservation outcomes.

The role requires a Master’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience, with strong GIS skills, stakeholder engagement, and knowledge of SA biodiversity laws.