Manager, Biodiversity and Habitats- 12 Month Contract

Tattarang is seeking a Manager for Biodiversity and Habitats on a 12-month contract in Perth, WA. The role involves leading program initiatives, managing operations, and overseeing budgets and partnerships within the Minderoo Foundation's Natural Ecosystems focus area. The manager will work closely with the Head of Biodiversity and Habitats to ensure technical excellence and measurable outcomes, while promoting collaboration and supporting strategic initiatives.
Company Description

About Us

Minderoo Foundation takes on tough, persistent issues with the potential to drive massive change. We incubate ideas, advocate for systems change and accelerate impact. We push the limits of what is believed possible.

Minderoo Foundation is proudly Australian, independent, forward thinking and seeks effective, scalable solutions. Through bold, collaborative and selfless action, we seek to dismantle the systems that entrench inequality and advocate for a fair future.

Minderoo Natural Ecosystem The current Natural Ecosystems Focus Area drives Minderoo's work in environment and conservation. It is dedicated to restoring and maintaining healthy ecosystems, safeguarded for all generations, focusing on the Indo Pacific region and through our global influence. The 2030 Strategy targets this outcome for Australia and its neighbours, as we strive to act locally and think globally. Our approach emphasises the necessity of applying the Precautionary Principle to protect against serious and irreversible damage to our ecosystems and minimising climate change as a threat multiplier. We will protect and restore our natural ecosystems by fostering legislation, supporting research and development in science and technology, and developing sustainable financial models to balance the needs of our beneficiaries. We will overcome the climate challenge by supporting policy development, public education on climate urgency and demonstrating what a successful transition looks like domestically.

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Biodiversity and Habitats, you will actively contribute to and collaborate with a high-performing 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 day-to-day programmatic activities needed to execute the team strategy.
• Lead the development and execution 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 execution 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 bachelor's degree in Marine Biology, Environmental Science, or similar with at least 5 years’ of relevant experience in the same field. A master's 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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