Biodiversity Specialist

NES Fircroft are delighted to be recruiting a ‘Biodiversity Specialist’ on behalf of a market leading operator for their major LNG project in Mozambique.
Activities:

• Support and assist biodiversity lead with planning and implementation of the Projects overall BES program
• Support with Development and/or updating of BES management and monitoring plans/ procedures as required.
• Engagement with contractors ecological and biodiversity counterparts to ensure they understand and meet Project requirements in terms of project biodiversity commitments.
• Review and track project adherence to IFC PS6
• Support with overall management, set-up and fine tuning of biodiversity action plan that includes the project offset program.
• Oversee the maintaining of schedules and track deliverables related to Biodiversity management, particularly the offset program and biodiversity related commitments as presented in various project specific Environmental Management Plans.
• Assist with internal Biodiversity Working Group
• Assist with management and assist with tracking all IFC PS6 related commitments and develop effective communication tools.
• Assisting with planning and mobilization of biodiversity related surveys and actions.
• Provide input and support with environmental and social lenders due diligence processes.
• Assist with the development, review and implementation of Biodiversity Management Plans and Procedures.
• Promote Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services Policy and actions.
• Support environmental audits and implementation and tracking of corrective actions.
• Assist with development of biodiversity related training materials and roll out of such
• Assist with input in to reports on BES performance internally and externally (i.e., government, lenders)

Qualifications/Experience Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience with at least 3 years of biodiversity related management experience.
• Post-graduate degree in Agronomy, Natural Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Biodiversity, Environmental Engineering or any related subjects.
• Knowledge of Key Biodiversity Areas and conservation related experience will be beneficial.
• Excellent working knowledge of the terrestrial and marine ecosystems, experience in tropical East Africa would be beneficial.
• Experience in monitoring ecological parameters would be advantages.
• Good understanding of IFC PS6 and lender requirements.
• Experience in managing onshore and offshore ecological surveys.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply knowledge to work demands.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in fast paced environments with autonomy.
• Ability to communicate to and engage with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-cultural situations and with cross-discipline professionals
• Ability to develop a network with stakeholders (Academics, Institutes, NGOs…).
• Computer skills including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required, with working knowledge GIS beneficial.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.