Key Biodiversity Area Program Officer – Remote

The organisation As Australias only national bird conservation charity we are on a mission to put birds and nature on the path to recovery within a decade leading and facilitating action that halts biodiversity loss and restores ecosystems. We can only achieve this with the help and support afforded to us by our diverse stakeholders including supporters campaigners donors members and like‑minded conservation organisations. BirdLife Australia takes a science and evidence-based approach to bird conservation. Where strong conservation plans are in place and well‑resourced the evidence tells us that threatened species can be brought back from the brink of extinction. With a 100‑plus year history and Australias strongest and longest‑lived collection of data and surveys BirdLife Australia brings a wealth of observation and experience to the protection of native birds. BirdLife Australia is a diverse organisation with more than supporters donors volunteers campaigners and members over 130 staff across Australia and a network of more than 40 voluntary community groups. BirdLife Australia is truly local to global with a network of more than 40 voluntary community groups on the ground in Australia and is the Australian member of the BirdLife International partnership the worlds largest partnership for conservation. Our growing network of people generously give their time expertise voice and financial support standing together with us to help protect Australias unique birdlife. A significant part of BirdLife Australias work is done by volunteers acting either alone in organised groups or serving on Committees. It is important that all staff understand and appreciate the contribution made by volunteers and are also mindful of their varying skills interests and motivations. BirdLife Australia acknowledges the important role First Nations People throughout Australia have played and continue to play caring for Country. We acknowledge their continuing connection to land sea and community and pay respect to Traditional Owners and their cultures and to their Elders both past and present. BirdLife Australia endeavours to facilitate the further engagement of Indigenous Australians in the research and conservation of our native birds. The role The Key Biodiversity Area Program Officer supports the Key Biodiversity Area Coordinator in delivering the objectives of the Key Biodiversity Area (KBA) particular the Program Officer will assist the revision and growth of Australias KBA network including GIS mapping of KBAs. The Program Officer will also assist with recruitment and support of volunteer KBA Guardians and their conservation work following best practice conservation principles. Position title Key Biodiversity Area Program Officer Position objective Grow the impact of BirdLife Australias KBA program for conserving globally important habitat and preventing the extinctions of Australian species. Status This is a part‑time (0.4 FTE) position until June 2026 Location The location for this role is flexible. Reporting This position reports to the Key Biodiversity Area Coordinator. Staff Reporting None. Remuneration / Job Level Part‑time salary at Level 2 (based on published Level / Grade Remuneration Scales) Key relationships Internal: Key Biodiversity Area Coordinator Manager Priority Sites Director Science and Priority sites Birdata program Advocacy team Participation and Engagement teams. External: KBA volunteers Friends of Groups Research Scientists Environment Agency staff. Travel requirements Some travel within Australia will be required Duties Revision of existing KBA network in accordance with the global KBA standard to ensure we are prioritising conservation of the most important places for the persistence of birds to deliver the Bird Conservation Strategy. Liaison and collaboration with knowledge holders and stakeholders to prepare KBA nominations e.g. species experts land managers government bodies non‑government organisations and alliances community groups and First Nations people. Assisting KBA nominations through GIS mapping and spatial analysis. Discover and review relevant species and site‑based research and reports. Completing KBA nominations in World Database of KBAs. Actively recruiting KBA‑Guardians or KBA‑Guardian Groups. Developing KBA resource materials to support the work of volunteers. Developing KBA reports such as the State of KBAs report. Selection criteria Essential A relevant degree and / or experience in Conservation Biology and / or Ecological data management. Experience working or consulting with multiple stakeholders such as scientists Traditional Owners land managers volunteers and community. Experience with mapping software (eg QGIS). Experience with ecological data management and analysis. Strong organisational skills including ability to work both independently and part of a team. Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Desirable Demonstrated ability to use R statistical programming language to manage and analyse data. Understanding of bird monitoring and ecology. Experience in the conservation sector. Experience working with volunteers. Workstyle attributes and attitudes A positive outlook and ability to work collaboratively to achieve shared goals consistent with BirdLife Australias values. Self‑organised with the ability to take responsibility and initiative. Works positively effectively and sensitively with a wide range of people. Problem‑solving skills. A high level of professionalism in all work. Living our Values Promote and role model appropriate behaviours that support BirdLife Australias culture and values. Actively demonstrate organisational values. Passion: We bring people together around a love of nature Excellence: Science and knowledge is at the centre of everything we do Leadership: We empower and inspire people to lead with courage and purpose Collaboration: We embrace diversity and work in partnership with mutual respect Integrity: Our success is based on experience honesty trust and fairness Impact: We think globally lead nationally and act locally OH&S statement Limited attendance at evening or weekend meetings. Possible driving for extended periods and interstate travel. Long periods of sedentary desk and computer duties and telephone use. Possible lifting and moving of heavy equipment and objects. Overnight and weekend work in the field and at conferences. How to Apply To express your interest please apply online by COB the 23rd of October. Should you have any questions about the role please contact Anna McCallum Also please do not hesitate to contact People and Safety Team at for further queries. #J-18808-Ljbffr