Overview

We are looking for a conservation-focused Regional Manager who will be responsible for the Hawke’s Bay, Gisborne and Bay of Plenty.

Do you want to be a leading voice for nature across the Hawke’s Bay, Gisborne & Bay of Plenty and help protect nature across New Zealand? Do you have the skills, courage and aptitude to drive change? We have a rare opportunity to join the Forest & Bird team as our Regional Conservation Manager across this area of the East Coast. This role is part time for 32 hours per week.

Requirements 

  • A tertiary qualification fields relating to conservation, ecology or science is desirable;
  • An ability to maintain and develop relationships with iwi and hapū across the region;
  • Sound working knowledge of New Zealand’s natural environment and conservation issues;
  • Experience dealing with RMA statutory planning processes and conservation legislation;
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan and complete projects on time and within budget;
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills (with media experience an advantage);
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a wide range of people;
  • A high level of personal motivation, ability to initiate and complete tasks independently, and in a timely manner;
  • Relevant, current and clean New Zealand driver’s license.
  • Live in the Hawke’s Bay, Gisborne or Bay of Plenty (or be prepared to relocate at your own expense).

Responsibilities

Regional Conservation Managers (RCMs) are part of a team delivering Forest and Bird’s conservation outcomes by:

  • Being an enthusiastic voice for nature
  • Leading and supporting campaigns on conservation issues within the Hawke’s Bay, Gisborne and Bay of Plenty regions and across the country
  • Helping shape environmental protection rules, resource-use decisions, laws and policies across our land, freshwater, and oceans
  • Providing strategic guidance on conservation issues and activities

This position requires the successful applicant to work from home. A home office allowance is available to recognize this cost. Some travel will be a necessary requirement for this position.

To apply, please email your CV and a Cover Letter to recruitment@forestandbird.org.nz