Senior Biodiversity Monitoring & Policy Advisor

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is seeking a Senior Science Advisor based in Wellington, New Zealand. This role offers flexibility and contributes to national ecological monitoring design that informs conservation decisions directly.

Key responsibilities include leading ecological monitoring frameworks, translating scientific evidence into advice for senior leaders, and supporting the integration of Mātauranga Māori into monitoring design. A graduate qualification in biological sciences is essential, along with strong analytical and communication skills.