Biodiversity Specialist

Juru is looking for a Biodiversity Specialist who will provide expert advice and support related to biodiversity and ecosystem services. You will work in the Biodiversity team of the Sustainability Business Unit to ensure that biodiversity considerations are integrated into project planning and decision-making processes and that potential impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem services are effectively managed and mitigated.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct biodiversity surveys and assessments to identify potential impacts of the proposed project on wildlife, plants, and habitats.
• Provide expert guidance on relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to biodiversity conservation and management.
• Engage with stakeholders, including local communities and government agencies, to ensure their concerns and interests are considered in project planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with other technical experts, such as ecologists, hydrologists, and environmental engineers, to integrate biodiversity considerations into project design and implementation.
• Analyse technical information, write reports and establish work plans for the biodiversity assessment.

Requirements

• A degree in ecology /biology / environmental science.
• At least 3 years of experience in biodiversity conservation and management, with a focus on conducting biodiversity surveys and assessments.
• Knowledge on habitat assessment and habitat mapping.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with stakeholders and work collaboratively with project teams.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to review and provide input on project proposals, environmental impact assessments, and other relevant documents.
• Familiarity with relevant software and tools, such as ArcGIS, Google Earth, Q-GIS
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• A commitment to biodiversity conservation and sustainable development.