Invasive Alien Species (IAS) Management Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive IAS prevention and management strategy for the national park system.
• Coordinate the implementation of an IAS management strategy.
• Consolidate and communicate best management practices for IAS prevention, management, and restoration to internal teams and external parties.
• Plan and facilitate training on IAS species identification, best management practices, and other program-relevant topics.
• Develop relationships and collaborate with relevant partners, stakeholder groups, and communities to support the IAS management program.
• Support the development and delivery of an IAS communications strategy.
• Administer the IAS Management budget and assist with associated grants and project tracking and reporting.
• Work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
• Contribute to the development of national park management plans, zoning plans, and conservation action plans.
• Represent the BNT at scientific meetings and conferences.
• Participate in departmental planning and organizational strategic planning.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Biodiversity Conservation, or a related field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and demonstrable computing skills.
• Attentive to details.
• Able to multi-task and capable of working both independently and as a part of a team.
• Passion for the environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of Bahamian ecology and native, threatened, and invasive alien species, habitats, ecosystems, and their conservation issues.
• Able to work in remote areas and flexible hours, including weekends.
• Willingness to travel both nationally and internationally.
• Demonstrated experience in geospatial technologies (GPS, GIS, etc.), mapping, drone handling, data collection and analysis, grant and project development and management are all considered a plus.