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Conservation Opportunity lists this Parrot and Forest Restoration Specialist opportunity in forest, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Parrot and Forest Restoration Specialist
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Position: Parrot and Forest Restoration Specialist
Entity: World Parrot Trust
Location: El Yunque National Forest, PR
Term: 1 year full-time, for up to 4 years
Salary: $39,996/year
Deadline: Open until filled
Description: The World Parrot Trust (WPT) is seeking a motivated individual to join our growing team in Puerto Rico as a parrot & forest restoration specialist. The role will focus on supporting ongoing parrot conservation work, while placing particular emphasis on planning & executing large-scale reforestation & habitat restoration projects. The successful candidate will work closely with WPT contractors, local communities, government partners, & other NGOs to deliver meaningful conservation outcomes.
Duties
Plan, coordinate, & implement large-scale reforestation & habitat restoration projects, including site preparation, species selection, planting, & follow-up maintenance.
Plan tree nursery development & operations, ensuring the production & supply of appropriate native species.
Develop & implement invasive species removal & habitat management strategies.
Provide technical expertise & project oversight for tropical reforestation projects from design through to delivery.
Manage resources, budgets, timelines, & reporting requirements for assigned projects; among others.
Qualifications
Strong background in tropical reforestation & habitat restoration, with hands-on experience both planning & delivering large-scale projects.
Academic background in ecology, forestry, conservation biology, or related fields.
Demonstrated project focused skills, including planning, resource management, & delivery at scale.
Experience with tree nursery management, species propagation, & restoration planting.
Familiarity with invasive species control in tropical ecosystems.
Excellent field-based skills & self-reliance; among others.
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Worksite address
forest, VA, 24551, US
Who can apply
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