Paid Analyst: Data Analyst Seabirds (NZ)
The New Zealand Department of Conservation is looking for an analyst to help with data collection and data management of seabirds, with a particular focus on Antipodean Albatross. Come join the team and make a difference for seabirds in New Zealand and beyond! Deadline to apply: 8/13/2023!
Agency/Organization: New Zealand Department of Conservation
Location: Wellington, Aotearoa (New Zealand)
Job Description: You will be responsible for supporting the build of robust, fit for purpose data and analytical tools and applying these to data collated to improve data management of seabirds, with a particular focus on Antipodean albatross.
You will work closely with the Science Advisor, the Bycatch and Threats Manager, and the international team in growing international awareness, engagement, and action among fishing nations to reduce seabird bycatch in international waters, through a range of collaborative, partnership, and technical initiatives.
The position will be focussed on:
- Providing analysis on the implementation of bycatch mitigation measures outside New Zealand waters, in priority ocean areas/ fisheries for focal seabird species
- Ensuring collation, archiving and publication of Antipodean albatross tracking data to assist the species recovery effort
- Supporting spatial analysis of data and fishing efforts to support recovery efforts.
- Implementation of a pilot study utilising cloud-based data archiving, databases and to test defined decision support tools
- Developing options to improve data archiving, publication, and the utility of defined spatial decision-support tools
- Building and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders and coordinate cross-agency initiatives.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a dedicated and collaborative individual to join our Biodiversity System and Aquatic team. If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:
- Tertiary qualification, or equivalent experience in marine conservation or similar field
- at least two years’ experience in data management and working with large and complex datasets
- Ability to analyse data, including spatial data, and ability to right clear and concise reports
- Confidence working with software tools to manage datasets and maintain data integrity, such as ArcGIS and R
- Proven skills at building and maintaining relationships, both internal and external
- Be a clear communicator who can engage with both internal and external staff across the motu
- A passion for conservation and willingness to advocate for conservation
Desirable
- Experience in demographic modelling
- Experience in visualisations to turn data into stories
- Experience with animal tracking software
- Interest in wildlife conservation
Wage: The salary range for this position is $66,535 to $83,906 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.
To apply: Apply online via the DOC Careers Centre with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment. Job reference: DOC/1727644
Application Deadline: 8/13/2023
Start Date: N/A
Contact: Kris Ramm (kramm@doc.govt.nz)
