If you understand the connections between bird conservation, ecosystems and habitats, this is the job for you! Biom is looking for a motivated person for a Nature Conservation Officer, who will join our team and work independently and collaboratively on the implementation of Biom projects.
If you are interested in working in the non-profit sector, fieldwork and data analysis, apply!
You will be working on projects such as LIFE TETIDE, LIFESupport and LIFE EPB that contribute to the conservation of bird species through monitoring, eradication of invasive species and working with the local community and the public.
What kind of person are we looking for?
This job is for you if you:
- Are passionate about nature and environmental conservation
- Enjoy spending time in physically demanding fieldwork for several days
- Know how to organize, analyze and meaningfully interpret data and give it a practical purpose
- Can perform your tasks independently and proactively
- Enjoy working with people from different backgrounds in an international team
- Like your work to have a higher purpose and therefore want to work in the non-profit sector
What you will do:
- Carrying out activities within projects and services
- Conducting field research and bird monitoring within projects and services
- Collecting and/or coordinating data collection according to agreed formats
- Analyzing and/or coordinating data analysis for specific projects/services
- Preparing and/or (peer-to-peer) evaluation of reports
- Provide basic technical IT support for staff
- Have opportunities to present your work and results in conferences
- Maintaining effective communication within the project team (internal communication)
- Reporting to the program manager on work results
- Preparing technical documentation, expert studies and similar materials in the field of nature conservation
Requirements:
- University degree in natural, bio-technical, bio-medical, veterinary, forestry, agronomy and similar sciences
- Strong interest in ornithology (ability to identify birds by sight and hearing is an advantage)
- Experience in similar positions is an advantage
- Field experience is an advantage
- Readiness to conduct field work for several days in a row
- Readiness to work on several different topics and projects
- Advanced level of spoken and written English is mandatory
- Knowledge of Croatian is desirable, but not mandatory
- Knowledge of GIS software is an advantage
- Possession of a category B driving license. If the candidate does not already have one, he/she must obtain it within a reasonable period of time
What we offer:
- A fixed-term employment contract for one year, with the possibility of moving to a permanent position (with a 6-month probationary period)
- A gross salary in the range of 1.260 – 1.960 EUR (depending on competencies and experience)
- A meal and transportation allowance (147 EUR per month)
- A holiday period: 22-30 depending on years of experience
- Work in an office in Zagreb, work from home up to two days a week
- Full-time, 40 hours a week
- A pleasant working environment where everyone’s opinion is valued
- Dynamic and interesting work in a team that values desire to make a change, dedication, supportive team environment, independence and autonomy
- Opportunities for continuous development and improvement of professional skills
Application procedure and candidate selection:
To apply for the position of Nature Conservation Officer at the Biom Association, you should send:
CV – in Croatian or English
Motivation letter – in Croatian or English, up to 500 words, including a description of your previous experience, relevant skills and knowledge, your motivation for working in this position, and your personal expectations of the role and the organization.
Applications with the required documentation should be submitted exclusively by e-mail to: posao@biom.hr with the subject “Ptičar”
Application deadline: 3.5.2026., Sunday, 23:59h
Candidates who meet the above criteria and match the desired profile will be invited for an interview. Interviews will be held in English. Expected start date is June 2026.
