Manager Biodiversity and Habitats- 12 Month Contract

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Biodiversity and Habitats you will actively contribute to and collaborate with a highperforming team driving impact by working productively and efficiently collaborating closely with other Focus & Enabler areas and Corporate Services as part of our matrix structure and championing our One Minderoo Culture. The Manager Biodiversity and Habitats leads collaborations and relationship management of the program working in close consultation with Head of and team Principals to ensure technical and operational excellence. The Manager in consultation with the Head of Biodiversity & Habitats develops strategic program initiatives manages day to day operations and oversees timelines budgets and partnership deliverables. The Manager also leads efforts for Biodiversity Impact measurement as well as application of organisational lenses (Climate First Nations and Gender)

Qualifications :

About you 

• Lead in consultation with the Head of Biodiversity and Habitats the daytoday programmatic activities needed to execute the team strategy.
• Lead the development and of initiatives within the Body of Work Projects from concept through to completion ensuring they deliver measurable outcomes.
• Proactively support the Head of Biodiversity and Habitats to prepare for internal reporting and documentation including business cases impact strategy and measurement reporting and budget management.
• Collaborate with the Biodiversity and Habitats team to connect and deliver Projects across the Body of Work to ensure a net positive impact for our beneficiaries.
• Where relevant provide technical analysis input and advice to support the development and of the Minderoo Strategy and Focus Areas Bodies of Work.
• Manage coordinate and monitor people and processes to deliver projects on time within budget and with the desired outcomes aligned to objectives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to best leverage matrix model ensuring maximum impact across the Natural ecosystems portfolio ie. Gender representative for Natural Ecosystems.
• Champion innovative research and technology solutions to address critical ocean challenges. Foster partnerships with academic and research institutions to advance our understanding and conservation efforts.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with a broad network of stakeholders including conservation organizations government agencies industry leaders and the philanthropic community to amplify our impact 

Subject Matter Expertise 

• Partnership program specialist highly developed relationship management skills particularly in the context of environmental conservation.
• Experience in conservation project management with a focus on marine or environmental projects.
• Proven experience in improving outcomes and impact in this area. Demonstrated knowledge of related issues and understanding of the complexity and challenges associated with biodiversity in marine habitats.
• A bachelors degree in Marine Biology Environmental Science or similar with at least 5 years of relevant experience in the same field. A masters degree or higher is preferred. Preferred: proven expertise and practical experience in ocean policy related areas such as marine protected areas (MPAs) the high seas treaty (BBNJ) sustainable fisheries management or other aspects of ocean governance. Familiarity with international policy processes multilateral negotiations or regional marine conservation frameworks will be highly regarded.

Additional Information :

Benefits 

• Flexible working arrangements
• Attractive parental leave 

Please attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this opportunity.

Interstate applications will be considered 

Applications close: 16th May 2025

Please note we reserve the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders people of all backgrounds ages sexual orientation and those with Disability to apply.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract