Parrot and Forest Restoration Specialist

Parrot and Forest Restoration Specialist

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position: Parrot and Forest Restoration Specialist

Entity: World Parrot Trust

Location: El Yunque National Forest, PR

Term: 1 year full-time, for up to 4 years

Salary: $39,996/year

Deadline: Open until filled

Description: The World Parrot Trust (WPT) is seeking a motivated individual to join our growing team in Puerto Rico as a parrot & forest restoration specialist. The role will focus on supporting ongoing parrot conservation work, while placing particular emphasis on planning & executing large-scale reforestation & habitat restoration projects. The successful candidate will work closely with WPT contractors, local communities, government partners, & other NGOs to deliver meaningful conservation outcomes.

• Plan, coordinate, & implement large-scale reforestation & habitat restoration projects, including site preparation, species selection, planting, & follow-up maintenance.
• Plan tree nursery development & operations, ensuring the production & supply of appropriate native species.
• Develop & implement invasive species removal & habitat management strategies.
• Provide technical expertise & project oversight for tropical reforestation projects from design through to delivery.
• Manage resources, budgets, timelines, & reporting requirements for assigned projects; among others.

• Strong background in tropical reforestation & habitat restoration, with hands-on experience both planning & delivering large-scale projects.
• Academic background in ecology, forestry, conservation biology, or related fields.
• Demonstrated project focused skills, including planning, resource management, & delivery at scale.
• Experience with tree nursery management, species propagation, & restoration planting.
• Familiarity with invasive species control in tropical ecosystems.
• Excellent field-based skills & self-reliance; among others.