Terrestrial Biodiversity Specialist – Bogor

Location

Bogor, Indonesia

About Hatfield

With more than 35 years of environmental and social consulting experience in Indonesia, PT Hatfield Indonesia’s work culture focuses on scientific excellence, professional development, and promoting a rewarding and inclusive work environment. Our organizational structure promotes an accessible, collaborative, and down-to-earth management approach that cares about employee career progression

PT Hatfield Indonesia is seeking to hire a national expert for the position of Terrestrial Biodiversity Specialist to join our technical teams based out of our Bogor office to help us build a sustainable future for our company and country. The ideal candidate is expected to provide a suitable level of technical competency on the subject area(s) for which he/she is responsible including assistance to project managers for project implementation and client liaison. Responsibilities for this role include supporting proposal development, project implementation, and may include coordination and supervision of other staff and/or sub-consultants. You will possess the ability to develop business within your network, along our existing lines of business, or pursue new lines of work that align with our vision and mission as a company. The candidate must be proficient with national regulations and international guidelines and standards. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess excellent project management and communication skills.

PT Hatfield Indonesia offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a company that interacts across a wide range of sectors and clients in Indonesia and internationally. Your passion and expertise are essential to help grow our business. For the right person, there is also the opportunity to be part of the business development and management of a diversified company looking to expand into new and exciting markets.

The employment term is 12 months with a possibility of extension.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies related to terrestrial ecology, biodiversity, and ecosystem services, including conducting field surveys as a field team member or field coordinator as assigned by the project manager and / or project director.
• Contribute to design and prepare of survey programs and methods including field equipment, determining locations and rationales, and field documentation.
• Responsible for data management during field work, which includes, but is not limited to, compiling the data survey results; i.e., tally sheets, observation sheets, questionnaires result and photos, checking field data for completeness and consistency, organizing hard copies and uploading soft copies of all data (and datasheets) to appropriate data storage areas after every field program, and proceed analysis of preserved samples.
• Conduct data analysis on biological field data, which includes relevant analysis related to species identification, species screening based on conservation status, habitat type and threat identification, research on species or habitats of concern, and calculating relevant biodiversity indices and statistics.
• Manage project team activities including preparation of project work plans, schedules, budgets, technical activities, and coordination of technical staff and sub-consultants to ensure efficient use of corporate and client resources, preparation and editing of documents (e.g., proposals and reports).
• Implement a robust QA/QC process in every project step (e.g., preparing workplan, data compilation, data quality and literature review) to meet the scopes of work and PTHI standards.
• Carry out every task given by always prioritizing occupational safety & health, security, confidentiality, and being environmentally friendly.
• Apply the Hatfield style or other style guide required for each writing contribution.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams to successfully deliver project activities, technical outputs, and project objectives
  
  

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental management, forestry, biology or a relevant field. A Master’s degree from a reputable university will be an advantage.
• Minimum five years of professional experience undertaking biodiversity-related assessments and studies as part of environmental and social assessment processes, including AMDAL, UKL-UPL, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA/ESHIA), Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) and Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD).
• Experience in planning and conducting biodiversity baseline surveys, biodiversity data collection and management, habitat and species assessments, species identification, and statistical analysis and interpretation of biodiversity and related ecological datasets.
• Experience in delivering biodiversity-related projects in accordance with national regulations and international environmental and social standards and safeguards, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC) Performance Standards and World Bank Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), particularly IFC PS6 and WB ESS6, and their associated guidance documents. Familiarity with the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) Performance Expectations, the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA) Standard, and the Business and Biodiversity Offsets Programme (BBOP) principles and methodologies would be considered an advantage.
• Experience in developing biodiversity-related documents including biodiversity monitoring report, biodiversity impact assessments, and biodiversity safeguard documents which include critical habitat assessment (CHA), ecosystem services assessment (ESA), biodiversity management plan (BMP) and biodiversity action plan (BAP).
• Experience working in a dynamic consulting environment that requires flexibility and teamwork, and an ability/interest to work in the field is preferable, occasionally in remote locations for extended periods of time.
• Holding a valid AMDAL team member certificate would be an asset.
  
  

Other Assets/Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently, sometimes remotely for extended periods of time.
• Ability to support business development and marketing activities, entrepreneurial skills and mindset would be an advantage.
• Ability to travel to project sites, sometimes to remote areas, across Indonesia.
• Ability and willingness to learn on the job, multi-task, willing to travel frequently on short notice.
• Analytical skills and the ability to provide sound judgement when problem solving.
• Think innovatively, effectively, and critically to provide optimal work results.
• Strong attention to detail, ethical standards, and oriented with a high level of integrity.
• Computer skills required: MS Office, MS Excel and Statistical Software. Skills in GIS will be advantageous but not necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal communication in Bahasa Indonesia and English (oral and written – technical and scientific writing).
  
  

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

PTHI is committed to employment equity and workplace diversity. We strive for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity, irrespective of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or disability.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter, salary expectations, and CV describing your experience to [email protected] (no phone calls please). Salary and benefits will be commensurate with skills and experience. Please indicate “Terrestrial Biodiversity Specialist” in your subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.