Your new organisation

BirdLife Australia is on a mission to put birds and nature on the path to recovery within a decade.  With over 350,000 supporters, donors, volunteers, campaigners and members, you will join over 150 staff across Australia, and a network of more than 40 voluntary community groups.  Together, our growing network of people stand together to help us protect Australia’s unique birdlife. 

The opportunity

This role is a critical position within BirdLife Australia as it will develop and deliver a portfolio of conservation projects aimed at preventing the extinction of highly imperilled birds, ensuring the effective implementation and evaluation of BirdLife Australia’s Bird Conservation Strategy, in conjunction with the Terrestrial Birds Team Managers and the Conservation and Science team.

To be successful, it is essential you are a motivated self-starter who is able to plan and manage your own work, and that of your team, proactively, together with demonstrated experience working collaboratively with multiple project partners.  You will also need an undergraduate degree in conservation biology, environmental science, or a related field with at least two years’ experience in the science or environmental sector.  A PhD in conservation biology, environmental science or a related field is highly desirable, as is the demonstrable knowledge of conservation issues and challenges facing native birds.

The requirements for this role are very specific.  Please refer to the position description for a full view of the essential and desirable criteria.

What you need to know 

This is a full-time, ongoing position. The location of this role is flexible (BirdLife Australia's National Office is in Carlton, Victoria).

Applicants must possess corresponding work rights to be eligible for appointment and a current national police check (NPC) (or willingness to obtain).

BirdLife Australia is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.