Programme Assistant, Capacity Conservation & Leadership

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Fauna & Flora, Cambridge.

Current policy offers partial remote working with the UK

Founded in 1903, Fauna & Flora is the world’s longest established international
conservation organisation. Our vision is to create a sustainable future for the planet where
biodiversity is conserved by the people living closest to it. We aim to do this through the
conservation of threatened species and ecosystems worldwide, choosing solutions that are
sustainable, based on sound science and take account of human needs. We have become a trusted
entity in the world of conservation. Today FFI is active in over 40 countries.

Fauna & Flora is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Programme Assistant to
deliver effective support to the Conservation Capacity & Leadership team. The successful
candidate will assist the Director and Conservation Capacity & Leadership team members in
delivering the programme’s targets, through administration, basic finance and logistical
support, disseminating learning and communications. The role will in particular support Fauna
& Flora’s conservation leadership, partner support, and professional development
initiatives.

You will have strong relevant experience in an administrative role, with excellent numeracy,
organisational and time management skills and a structured and methodical approach to work.

Your excellent interpersonal skills will enable you to build strong working relationships with
colleagues. You will be a self-motivated team player and enjoy working in a dynamic environment
where the ability to respond swiftly to changing organisational and team needs is paramount.
With excellent communication skills, you will have a proven ability to write for a range of
audiences. Fluency in English is essential.

In return, the role offers the opportunity to work within an international, impactful and
ground-breaking organisation, at the forefront of global conservation. In addition, Fauna &
Flora offers a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance and life
insurance.

Our offices are located in The David Attenborough Building in central Cambridge, just a few
minutes’ walk from glorious historic buildings and museums, the picturesque River Cam, the
central market and shopping centre, and a host of cafés and restaurants.

The closing date for applications is 3 May 2024. Interviews are likely to
take place during the week commencing 13 May 2024.