Technical Specialist, REDD+ & Biodiversity (Parental Leave Cover)
Fauna & Flora
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £39,640 per annum
Contract period: Temporary position that will terminate on or before 27 September 2027 on the return of the Senior Technical Specialist, Biodiversity & Nature-Based Solutions from parental leave
Start date: October 2026
We are seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Technical Specialist, REDD+ & Biodiversity (Parental Leave Cover). You will play a central role in the ongoing design and development of REDD+ projects in West Africa with a specific focus on biodiversity. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with country teams and partners to drive these projects forward, with the development of the biodiversity sections of REDD+ Project Design Documents (PDD) in readiness for project validation.
Therefore, we are looking for a biodiversity expert with substantial field work experience, excellent writing skills and the ability to develop complex technical reports and analyse technical guidelines and standards. A proven understanding of REDD+ projects, or other conservation approaches that address climate change is essential.
You will be able to think holistically and work collaboratively with project staff, partners, and technical specialists. You will be an excellent communicator, used to mentor and build technical capacities of regional staff and partners, and problem solve. You will have the ability to prioritise and manage your time well to deliver work of a high quality and on time. Some international travel maybe required.
In return, the role offers the opportunity to work within an impactful and ground-breaking and entrepreneurial organisation, at the forefront of global conservation. In addition, Fauna & Flora offers a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance and life insurance.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship of a Skilled Worker Visa.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply.
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 6 September 2026.
About Fauna & Flora
Established over a century ago, Fauna & Flora is the world’s oldest international wildlife conservation organisation. We have been quietly shaping and influencing conservation practice since our foundation in 1903.
Our focus is on protecting biodiversity (the diversity of life on Earth), which underpins healthy ecosystems and is critical for the life-support systems that humans and all other species rely on.
Established over a century ago, Fauna & Flora is the world’s oldest international wildlife conservation organisation. We have been quietly shaping and influencing conservation practice since our foundation in 1903. Our focus is on protecting biodiversity (the diversity of life on Earth), which underpins healthy ecosystems and is critical for the life-support systems that humans and all other species rely on.
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