About Us
Minderoo Foundation takes on tough, persistent issues with the potential to drive massive change. We incubate ideas, advocate for systems change and accelerate impact. We push the limits of what is believed possible.
Minderoo Foundation is proudly Australian, independent, forward thinking and seeks effective, scalable solutions. Through bold, collaborative and selfless action, we seek to dismantle the systems that entrench inequality and advocate for a fairer future. 
Minderoo's Natural Ecosystems Focus Area drives Minderoo's work on natural ecosystems. It is dedicated to restoring and maintaining healthy ocean ecosystems, safeguarded for all generations, focusing on the Indo-Pacific Ocean and through our global influence. 

The 2030 Strategy targets this focus on the protection of biodiversity and habitats within Australia and its neighbouring waters, alongside efforts to accelerate a sustainable blue economy through our global leadership in ocean finance and bolster the partnerships required to make this a reality. 

The Strategy will also seek to foster innovations and harness internal research expertise through OceanOmics. Climate change and sustainable ocean food production are additional programs that are under development to further our protection of oceans and natural ecosystems.
This work will see an increase in ecosystem resilience to human-driven threats, including climate change.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Biodiversity & Habitats. We are seeking a subject matter expert (SME) in Marine science and Ocean conservation, and permanently based in Perth, Western Australia.

The primary focus of the role will include (but not limited to):

• Providing technical advice and input on matters relating to oceans and coastal environments, within Australia and internationally.
• Collaborates with leadership to scope, develop, and successfully implement ocean conservation partnerships and large-scale, impact-driven conservation projects across a global portfolio.
• Supporting various internal deliverables as needed, including preparing and presenting reports and presentations for the Board of Directors, Executive Leadership Team (ELT), and Founders. This may involve gathering data, conducting analysis, and ensuring timely and accurate communication of key insights and recommendations.
• Reviewing proposals submitted to Natural Ecosystems and preparing briefing notes and formal submissions.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, in preparing briefing notes for internal and external audiences as well as government submissions relating to environmental issues including marine parks, development proposals with a Western Australia focus.
• Manage and develop specialised and directed research projects.
• Building and maintain trusting and effective relationships with partners at local, national and global levels. Support partner and stakeholder management across a global portfolio, helping to facilitate grant agreement, development and finalisation with grantees.
• Providing expert analysis, interpretation and partner engagement to inform decision making. In collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, generate ideas for ocean conservation projects at scale, including the creation of new marine protected areas; catalytic investments in existing marine protected areas to improve effectiveness, and trialling of innovative research to support ocean conservation.

About You
The successful candidate will have strong analytical and reporting skills. Proven experience in both research practices and project evaluation to measure impact. Coupled with previous experience working in a fast paced environment.

•    Proven and successful expertise in international and national conservation projects and evaluation, with expertise in coastal and marine research in Australia and beyond.
•    Knowledge and experience  in marine conservation, impactful science connected to environmental policy, including demonstrated understanding of international ocean governance mechanisms. A strong understanding of ocean conservation science leading to policy change. 
•    Demonstrated knowledge of related issues and understanding of the complexity and challenges associated with projects to mitigate climate change.
•    Exceptional interpersonal, report/business case writing and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders.
•    Project management experience and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in diverse cultural contexts. Candidates with management consulting experience will be highly regarded. 
•    Post-graduate qualifications in a science-related field are required; a background in marine or environmental science is preferred.

Next Steps

Please attach your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this opportunity, and highlighting your relevant experience.

Applications close: Friday 9th August 2024

Please note we reserve the right to close applications early should a suitable candidate be identified.

Minderoo Foundation embraces Equal Opportunity and promotes diversity. We actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.