Senior Conservation Biologist

7 days ago

Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand Department Of Conservation Nz Full time

**Job Summary:**

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Conservation Biologist to join our Marine Species Team. As a key member of the team, you will play a critical role in supporting our biodiversity initiatives that focus on New Zealand's marine species programs, particularly seabirds and shorebirds.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Provide specialist advice to Department of Conservation Operations and Permissions staff on seabird and shorebird conservation, including habitat management, population monitoring, and threat mitigation.
  • Develop and implement research projects to assess seabird and shorebird populations, distribution, and key ecological requirements.
  • Collaborate with external stakeholders, including government agencies, iwi, NGOs, and community groups to advocate for policies and practices that protect coastal and marine bird species.
  • Develop and implement conservation projects, monitoring programs, and impact assessments.
  • Contribute to reports, scientific publications, and funding proposals.

Requirements:

  • An MSc or PhD in environmental or marine science, preferably with proven skills in population modeling, statistics, and spatial mapping, or equivalent knowledge from past work experience.
  • Broad knowledge of New Zealand's environmental and conservation issues as they relate to seabirds and shorebirds.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret ecological data for conservation decision-making.
  • Proven ability to develop and deliver conservation projects in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Evidence of field skills and willingness to work in remote locations with small teams.
  • Experience working across different business groups within an organization and with external stakeholders, including whanau, hapu, and iwi.
  • A passion for Te Papa Atawhai's Kaupapa is essential, as well as understanding of Maori Tikanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

About Us:

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive. We're working towards being an organization that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive by default.

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