Assistant Programme Officer (Protected Planet) (AD1452)

Nature Conserved | Permanent, Full-time | £25,000 to £31,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience

We are looking for a highly-motivated Associate Programme Officer to support the successful delivery of a range of projects relating to the Protected Planet Initiative. Key areas of responsibility include supporting the development and growth of global databases on protected and conserved areas, including the World Database on Protected Areas, amongst others. This will include liaison with data providers, data processing and spatial data analysis, synthesis of information and report writing. The role will also contribute to the production of technical and policy-relevant outputs and will support our external communications efforts to inform a range of audiences about our work.

You will possess strong technical skills, including in data analysis, the use of spatial tools (including GIS) and ideally coding skills. You will have experience of managing and analysing large-scale datasets and a keen interest in providing up-to-date data to decision-makers to conserve nature. You will be a team player who can contribute to the delivery of high quality analyses, reports, maps and other outputs, ensuring outputs are consistently delivered to a high quality reflective of UNEP-WCMC’s standards. You will have demonstrated experience of working in the biodiversity sector and a strong interest in working on protected and conserved areas. You will have an ability to build strong and successful relationships with diverse groups of stakeholders. You will hold a degree in a field related to biological sciences, geography, data sciences or similar. You will also have great organisational, communications and planning skills. We will provide you with the challenge of working on high profile conservation projects where your work really makes a difference to the field of conservation.

In addition to training and development opportunities, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including generous pension contributions.

If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging post where you can put your technical expertise and excellent numerical skills to good use while contributing to global efforts to safeguard nature, we want to hear from you.