Kaimai Connection Co-ordinator – Fixed term (9 months, part-time 3 days a week)
The Kaimai Connection project is part of Forest and Birds Kaimai Mamaku Campaign.
The Kaimai Connection aims to restore birdsong and native wildlife to a corridor of protection linking the Tauranga harbour in the Bay of Plenty, to the Waihou River in the Waikato.
We seek applications from individuals with strong communication skills; experience in forest restoration projects, working independently, and co-ordinating volunteers; working with the community and an interest and knowledge of environmental issues.
This position is a fixed term part – time position (3 days a week). The position is initially for 9 months however it is hoped that further funding can be secured to make the position full time. Hours of work across the week are flexible; however availability for weekend volunteer management is required at times. The position would start on the 5th of March 2012.
Key tasks for the position include:
1. Manage all aspects of the Forest and Bird Aongatete Forest Restoration Project. The project area (approx 720 hectares) is immediately adjacent to the existing Aongatete Forest Restoration Trust (approx 280 hectares). Responsibilities include:
• raising awareness of the project within the wider Tauranga community.
• volunteer co-ordination and support.
• Implementing the projects health and safety plan.
• logistics management, e.g. acquiring field equipment such as bait stations and toxins.
• oversight of the monitoring programme. This will include both results and outcomes based monitoring.
• administration of all contracts.
The role would also include some field work if required, e.g. refilling bait stations.
2. Implement and coordinate the pilot projects ‘Land for Wildlife’ and ‘Gardens for Wildlife’ within the Kaimai Connection area.
3. Support the Kaimai Mamaku Campaign Steering committee in other aspects of the Kaimai Connection Project as required (see attached description).
4. Support funding applications / seeking sponsorship for the Kaimai Connection Project.
The successful applicant must have competent computer skills, a full driver’s license and their own transportation.
The closing date for applications is 5 p.m. 23 February 2012.
An application letter and CV should be sent to a.fleming@forestandbird.org.nz. Queries about this position should be directed to Forest & Bird’s Central North Island Field Officer Al Fleming on 07 544 4987 or 021 988 295
Face to Face Recruiter
An exciting opportunity working in conservation has now arisen. We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate people wanting to represent Forest & Bird; a well regarded and long serving conservation organisation in New Zealand.
You will be part of a dynamic face to face sales team promoting conservation awareness resulting in securing long term regular givers to our society, to help fund our national and local conservation projects and campaigns, and advocating for the protection of New Zealand’s natural environment.
To do well in this role you will have the following skill set:
• Be well presented, personable, enthusiastic and outgoing
• Great customer service skills or sales experience would be beneficial
• Goal orientated and a drive to succeed
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• A personal interest or affiliation with the natural environment
Benefits for the successful person include:
• Entry level role – full training provided
• Lots of variety in where you work each week – street, residential and at events such as trade fairs
• A chance to learn new skills in sales and recruitment – perfect for someone looking for a career change or wanting to break into sales
• Opportunities exist to advance - to become a team leader and beyond
• Feel rewarded in your job by being part of a wonderful cause
• Work in either Auckland, Wellington or Dunedin
If this sounds like something you would love to become a part of, we are keen to hear from you. Please note that you will be representing Forest & Bird and your employer will be Aida Sales.
To enquire about the role and/or to make an appointment please contact Crosbie Vinten; email crosbie@aidasales.co.nz or by phone 04 815 9177 for Wellington or Dunedin. For Auckland, please contact Neil Bishop; email neil@aidasales.co.nz or by phone 09 303 1799.
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