Jobs vacancies available at JNCC
Director of Science (Conservation)
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, your
role will lead on the oversight of Science related issues such as
conservation standards, biodiversity surveillance and reporting and
co-ordination of research. Much of this work requires close
collaboration with a variety of stakeholders including the nature
conservation agencies in the four UK countries. You will also be a
member of the Executive Management Board, having joint
responsibility for the strategic direction of the JNCC.
A strong scientific background, including a scientific degree,
combined with operational experience in nature conservation and/or
the management of natural resources gained with an agency,
authority or consultancy is essential. You will have proven
leadership skills, excellent communication and negotiating skills
and experience in managing a budget.
An agency is recruiting this post on our behalf. For
details please visit their website, call Dr Anna
Ferguson 0191 260 4414 or email
The closing date for receipt of applications is 29 August
2008.
Part of this role is to support the UK Biodiversity Information Service to improve the collection, accessibility and use of biodiversity information. Closing date 8 August 2008.
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