Current Opportunities
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Species Survival Officer
Location: Hertfordshire Zoo, EN10 (hybrid working available)
Type: Full-Time, 40 hours/week (Mon–Fri)
Salary: Dependent on experience
Hertfordshire Zoo, in partnership with the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC), is seeking a passionate and organised Species Survival Officer to support species conservation efforts across the UK.
This exciting role, based at the Centre for Species Survival: UK, involves delivering IUCN’s Assess–Plan–Act approach to conservation. The successful candidate will help assess extinction risks, develop action plans, and coordinate efforts with expert networks, NGOs, and government bodies. Duties include facilitating stakeholder workshops, supporting national and global conservation campaigns, contributing to reporting and data systems, and promoting public engagement through communications such as blogs and social media.
Applicants should have a relevant degree (e.g., conservation biology, ecology) and at least 2 years’ experience in conservation or a related field. Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills are essential. Familiarity with IUCN tools, GIS, and international collaboration is desirable.
This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on UK species recovery while working with a global leader in conservation.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to andrea.dempsey@hertfordshirezoo.com, quoting “Species Survival Officer” in the subject line.
Kitchen Stores Person Required
We currently have an opportunity for a Stores Person to join our Wild family here at Hertfordshire Zoo! You’ll be assisting with accepting deliveries, moving stock and ensuring all paperwork is kept up to scratch.
Duties Include:
- Be responsible for receiving and checking all deliveries and recording delivery temperatures
- Ensure all stock is stored in the correct manner and in a timely fashion
- Liaise with catering team any queries relating to delivery and stock discrepancies
- Keep a record of and report any frequent shortages or spare items
- Assist with stock takes as required
- Ensure all stock is correctly rotated and notify catering team of any date issues
- Keep stores areas clean and tidy
Package Description:
- £12.21 per hour; £7619.04 PA
- Monday, Wednesday & Friday (7am to 11am)
- The position is offered with an immediate start, initially on a maternity cover basis, fixed to 31st December 2025, with the opportunity for the position to become permanent or to develop into other areas within the catering department for the right candidate
- Free secure parking available on site
- Full uniform provided
- A range of staff discounts/benefits
- The opportunity to be part of Hertfordshire’s number one visitor attraction.
To apply please email your CV and a covering letter to ian.dawe@hertfordshirezoo.com
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