CEO
– Port Moresby Nature Park
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Once in a lifetime
opportunity to make an impact on PNG’s biodiversity
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Lead an award-winning,
internationally recognised Nature Park
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Inspiring
organisation focused on conservation, education and great visitor experiences
The Port Moresby
Nature Park (PMNP) operates Papua New Guinea’s leading and highest visited wildlife
recreational park with the vision to inspire in others the guardianship of
PNG’s biodiversity.
PMNP opened in June, 2012 and is a registered charity. The PMNP works to bring about a change in
attitudes, beliefs and actions in ways that reduce threats to wildlife,
promotes the wellbeing of wildlife, and prevents extinction, all whilst
providing engaging recreational spaces and community events and activities that
drives visitation.
Port Moresby Nature
Park is an accredited member of the Zoo and Aquarium Association of Australasia.
Working with the PMNP Board under the support
of the National Capital District Commission (NCDC), the CEO will drive growth,
ensure ongoing operations and continue the delivery of expansion programs
including master planning and development of a 10-year roadmap. The CEO will lead and grow key partnerships
at all levels and lead the strategy development for the site including driving
the funding and sponsorship efforts for future expansion plans, visitor
engagement, ongoing maintenance of the site, influence wildlife conservation programs,
and care of wildlife. The CEO will provide strong leadership, a clear direction
and achieve strategic organisational objectives with the commitment to driving
educational programs to schools at all levels and within the community.
To be successful in this role, you will have extensive
experience within a zoo, wildlife park, or similar industry, have a strong
commitment to conservation and the expertise to take the Nature Park to the
next level. You will successfully engage with key stakeholders including the
local community, international aid and donor organisations, business
communities, local and national government levels, tourism providers, and
international partners including conservation organisations, universities and
other zoos.
To be successful in this role, you will have a
leadership style that is compassionate, collaborative and impactful and be experienced
in driving strategic vision and mission, leading and driving the growth of a
large wildlife organisation, have an ability to seek and secure outside funding
sources, strong financial acumen, a well-developed network and have led large
scale developments, projects and builds.
You will also have the ability to represent the PMNP both nationally and
internationally, engage with a diverse range of staff with the focus to develop
and enhance their knowledge and skills.
A Bachelor Degree in business management or relevant higher degree or extensive
experience within a similar role in the industry. This position is a three-year contract, open
to both Nationals and expatriates and is based in Port Moresby, Papua New
Guinea.
To apply, please visit https://www.davidsonwp.com/job-details/ceo--port-moresby-nature-park-in-farming-animals-conservation-jobs-cc6ce034-12d4-11ec-bc8d-eb2023ee6d57 and
upload your application. For further
information or a confidential discussion on this incredible opportunity, please
contact Chris Svarcas on Christine.Svarcas@davidsonwp.com.
Applications close 26
September, 2022.
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