Biodiversity Officer

Duties

• Reporting directly to Field Ecologist and the Environmental Site Manager, the main activities of the function include: undertake routine environmental and ecology monitoring as required; support biodiversity data collection resulting from biodiversity monitoring programs
• Respond to onsite wildlife encounters, including fauna handling and relocation; promote wildlife stewardship on site, though advocacy and workforce engagement; support the implementation of contractors’ field biodiversity monitoring activities; provide biodiversity l and environmental guidance for field operations
• Support the preparation and deliver ecology training and awareness materials; implement initiatives to minimize/avoid site ecological issues, e.g prevention of fauna fatalities; support inspections and audits of contractor sites as required
• Support specialist biodiversity consultants to ensure their ecological surveys are executed safely, on time and within budget; analyse biodiversity data and compile reports as required

Requisites

• Bachelors' Degree or Post-graduate Degree (preferred) in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Conservation, Ecology, Biology, Biodiversity, or any related subjects
• Minimum of 05 years of relevant proven experience in a relevant field (e.g., in biodiversity monitoring, or conservation project)
• Excellent working knowledge of environmental and ecological monitoring techniques in remote environments
• Strong English written and verbal communication skills required. Portuguese or French is advantageous
• Ability to support multiple contractors concurrently, including ensuring compliance with applicable contractual requirements
• Ability to work in fast paced environments with autonomy, solve complex problems and be solutions orientated
• Strong ability to communicate and engage with stakeholders on environmental and ecological issues

Benefits

• The possibility of working in a Company that offers salary conditions compatible with the level of experience and level of responsibility of the role, as well as opportunities for personal development

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted