Join our small, dedicated and passionate team! We are looking for an outgoing, enthusiastic and hardworking Conservation Officer to join our Wellington team.
Conservation Volunteers New Zealand (CVNZ) is a community-based not for profit that is dedicated to the protection and restoration of Te Taiaio (environment) in Aotearoa.
With offices in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Punakaiki, each year we engage thousands of volunteers on restoration projects across the country. With the incredible support of volunteers and field staff, to date we have planted more than 1.3 million native trees, cleared 455 hectares of invasive weeds and 120,000 kg of rubbish. That’s not to mention our predator control, species monitoring, the scores of people who have found full time employment through our Conservation Work Skills programme and thousands of volunteers connected to Te Taiao and educated on conservation issues across Aotearoa.
By becoming a member of the CVNZ team, you will be using your passion for conservation to enable this mahi to continue and Papatūānuku to thrive.
The Conservation Officer is responsible for assisting with the promotion and coordination of volunteer engagement within the region, and leading practical conservation activities. To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated experience within the volunteer sector combined with experience in program administration and delivery. Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills coupled with demonstrated time management and problem-solving skills will be highly regarded. You will also have strong computer skills with the ability to use a variety of programs. You will have an interest in practical conservation activities from recruitment through to on-site delivery as needed.
Job Type: Full Time Permanent role
Location: Wellington
Hours Per Week: 38 hours (5 days) per week
Annual Salary: $55,000 – $60,000 p.a.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
• The ability to seek out and inspire people to volunteer, and to encourage their commitment to Conservation Volunteers
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills across verbal, written and public presentations
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Demonstrated capacity for providing good customer service
• Full Drivers Licence
• Defensive Driving certificate obtained within the last five years
• Current Provide First Aid certificate or approved equivalent
• Occupational Health and Safety Level 3
• Ministry of Justice Check or Working with Vulnerable People Check
The above qualifications are required before leading teams. Assistance is available for gaining OH&S Level 3 first aid, defensive driving and Police checks.
If this opportunity excites you, download a full position description from below.
https://conservationvolunteers.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-NZ-PD-Conservation-Officer.pdf
Applications including resume, cover letter and responses to Key Selection Criteria are to be submitted via the application form available below.
We’re Hiring – Conservation Officer, Wellington
Applications close on Wednesday 12 March 2025
Enquiries can be directed to the Brooke Turner, Regional Manager, by calling 021 1649535 or email bturner@cvnz.org.nz.
CVNZ is a Child Safe Organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer