Project Manager - Curlew Connections project

We are seeking a proven project manager to lead the Wales Curlew Connections – Cysylltu Gylfinir Cymru project for the 2.5 year duration of the project. The Project Manager will be an ambassador for Welsh Curlew, driving forward the project, linking with the Curlew Wales - Gylfinir Cymru Partnership and pursuing objectives set within the Wales Action Plan for the Recovery of Curlew.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=132748.

Desirable• A recognised qualification or accreditation in project management (e.g. PRINCE2, APMaccreditation)• Current knowledge of national and international biodiversity conservation issues, especially conservation of curlew and their ecological needs• Experience of implementing effective organisational governance arrangements• Inter-personal skills to identify and mitigate disruption and safeguard reputational risk.• Ability to work independently, prioritise workload and meet deadlines, with a high degree of autonomy over day-to-day work programme.• Willingness to travel extensively around Wales and occasionally further afield (chiefly the UK and other countries in Europe)• Welsh speaking or willing to learn basic communicative language.(WA Ref:132748)