JOB TITLE: Conservation Officer

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

SALARY

• $90,000 EC Gross per annum on contract for 3 years.
• A vehicle is provided.

OVERALL PURPOSE OF ROLE

The Montserrat National Trust would like to increase its organizational capacity by the employment of a Conservation Officer to broadly assist in ensuring:

• The conservation value of the key Protected Areas owned by the Montserrat National Trust.
• The Trust’s Botanic Garden is managed, maintained and enhanced through effective day to-day management.
• The delivery of the Trust’s 2021-2026 Strategic Plan and specifically its Strategic Objectives on conserving the flora and fauna of Montserrat.
• Skills transfer to staff, intern/ school leavers in biodiversity conservation skills.
• Support to MNT’s organization and administration in the areas of project development and management (e.g. project supervision, monitoring and drafting reports).
• To interact with the public through a variety of activities including workshops, press releases, social media interactions and radio interviews meetings, and other media activities.

ESSENTIAL

• Bachelor’s Degree in Botany,
• Environmental Science management, or related field or equivalent
• Knowledge of Montserrat’s natural heritage and communities
• At least two years’ experience of leading and managing teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills applicable to a wide range of audiences.
• Proven negotiating skills and project writing and management skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills including report writing skills.
• Proven effective team player.
• High level of computer literacy in at least the Microsoft Office suite.

DESIRABLE

• Experience of managing sites for natural and cultural importance.
• Experience of managing important natural sites with high visitor numbers.
• Practical experience of managing a variety of Caribbean habitats and species of conservation importance, the threats they face and how to manage those threats.
• Experience of working with Government Departments.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested persons may send their CV or resume to: mnt@montserratnationaltrust.ms

Closing Date: March 11, 2023

This recruitment process is a joint project between the Montserrat National Trust and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds.