Terrestrial Biodiversity Specialist

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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…