Senior Seabird Conservationist

Seabirds are facing significant threats in Northern Ireland, including invasive mammal populations that compromise their habitats and survival. As a Project Manager for this ambitious programme, you will be responsible for driving the implementation of biosecurity measures and restoration work on Rathlin Island and other key locations.

• You will lead a dedicated team to deliver biosecurity interventions, tern monitoring, and public engagement initiatives to safeguard internationally important seabird colonies.
• Extend biosecurity and restoration efforts across other islands to ensure safe nesting habitats for terns, contributing to the recovery of these vulnerable species.

• Managing a team to implement biosecurity interventions, tern monitoring, and public engagement activities.
• Coordinating cross-sector collaboration with project partners, public agencies, researchers, and local communities to achieve shared conservation goals.
• Developing an All-Ireland Tern Action Plan to guide long-term protection and recovery of tern species through evidence-based management and policy recommendations.
• Driving the integration of biosecurity and restoration best practices into wider marine conservation policy and planning frameworks.

This is a unique opportunity to influence seabird conservation across Northern Ireland and on an All-Ireland scale - delivering innovative science, sharing best practice internationally, and ensuring a brighter future for vulnerable marine species.

• Proven experience in managing teams and implementing large-scale conservation projects.
• Strong expertise in biosecurity, restoration ecology, and wildlife conservation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Degree in a relevant field such as biology, ecology, environmental science, or conservation.

• Contribute to the recovery of seabird populations and the preservation of their habitats.
• Be part of a collaborative effort with stakeholders from various sectors.
• Develop and implement evidence-based conservation strategies.