VACANCY: Have you got what it takes to be an advocate for Ireland’s birds and biodiversity?
January 3rd 2017
Birdwatch Ireland are seeking a Policy Officer to work advocating for the conservation of birds, their habitats and wider biodiversity in Ireland.
The main responsibilities of the role include:
- Developing BirdWatch Ireland’s position on environmental issues by working with BirdWatch Ireland staff and BirdLife International.
- Inputting to national and EU policy development and implementation through casework, policy submissions and the work of BirdLife International.
- Working with other NGOs to pursue joint policy objectives and developing partnerships with other sectors and institutions, as well as government agencies and departments in order to implement policy changes.
- Implementing a programme of national advocacy that feeds into the wider advocacy programme of the team.
- Delivering a range of projects that promote and progress BirdWatch Ireland’s Policy objectives and work programmes and contribute to the delivery of its 2015-2020 Vision Strategy.
- Communicating key elements of the policy work of BirdWatch Ireland through social media and media relations.
- Working with a range of stakeholders to facilitate the delivery of conservation actions for bird conservation.
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