Overview

This is a unique opportunity to run the Field Operations division of an international not-for-profit research and development organisation based in London. With research and development programmes based in Belize, Cambodia, Costa Rica, Fiji, Madagascar, Tanzania and Tenerife, Frontier is conducting vital projects around the world in environmental research, ecosystem services, sustainable livelihoods and community development. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Head of Field Operations to take over the management of the Field Operations division and to build on the exciting work which these conservation and development programmes have already achieved. With experience in all aspects of project and staff management, administrative and operational systems and strategic development you will have the skills required to run the division efficiently and effectively. With comprehensive knowledge of the conservation and/or development sector you will be able to ensure the successful running of our portfolio of field projects and to identify key areas and new opportunities for expansion and will be able to use this knowledge to build up additional relationships and collaborations.

GENERAL OUTLINE OF THE ROLE:

– Supervision of all field staff activities and ensure all reporting requirements are adhered to; communicating effectively with field projects;

– Ensuring the smooth running of the field projects through efficient organization of recruitment and reporting systems;

– To monitor and evaluate general project activities, budgets, resources, camp locations / relocations and logistics and advise on change or action as necessary;

– Manage the recruitment, interviewing, briefing, training, appraisal and on-going development of staff in the field and in the head office;
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Contract Duration: Permanent after 3-6 month probation period;
Working Hours: 9.30am – 5.30pm during weekdays. Some evenings and weekends as the role requires;
Salary: Competitive (dependent upon skills and experience);
Leave Entitlement: 20 working days excluding public and bank holidays;
Training: Initial training and on-going professional development;
Please send your CV (no more than 2 pages) and a cover letter (no more than one page) that addresses the criteria in the person specification. In your letter include which post you’re applying for, your suitability and your availability. We shortlist only candidates who meet the criteria in the person specification, so make sure your cover letter gives clear evidence of your suitability.

Job Page: https://www.frontier.ac.uk/Recruit/ViewJob.aspx?job=99

Applications will be assessed as soon as they are received.

Email: staff@frontier.ac.uk

Post: 50-52 Rivington Street, London, EC2A 3QP

Due to the large number of applications that we receive we can only contact shortlisted candidates.

About Frontier

Frontier was established in 1989 as a non-profit conservation and development non-governmental organisation (NGO) dedicated to safeguarding biodiversity and ecosystem integrity and building sustainable livelihoods for marginalised communities in the world's poorest countries.

Mission Statement:

"To conserve the world's most endangered wildlife and threatened habitats and to build sustainable livelihoods for marginalised and under resourced communities in the world's poorest countries. To create solutions that are apolitical, forward-thinking, community-driven, and innovative and which take into consideration the long-term needs of low income communities."