Hiring: Project Officer for NetworkNature

Biodiversa+ is seeking a motivated Project Officer for NetworkNature.

As a partner in NetworkNature, Biodiversa+ is responsible for coordinating and implementing the activities related to research and innovation (R&I). These activities include:

• Facilitating the implementation and updating of the European R&I roadmap for NbS;
• Continuing to build a knowledge base on NbS R&I through mapping NbS R&I projects and developing a database on NbS knowledge gaps.

Main responsibilities and tasks

Under the supervision of the Biodiversa+ Officer for Nature-based Solutions and the Biodiversa+ Operational Manager for Governance, the Project Officer will be tasked with the following:

• Updating NetworkNature’s mapping of the European NbS R&I landscape.
• Updating the collection and analysis of knowledge gaps concerning NbS.
• Updating the NetworkNature European R&I roadmap for NbS to integrate policy and research programming up to 2030 and beyond.
• Monitoring the implementation of the aforementioned European R&I roadmap for NbS.
• Actively participating in, organising, and facilitating meetings, workshops, and dialogues.
• Providing support for the monitoring of the NetworkNature project, including administrative and financial aspects.

Candidate profile

• Education and experience
  • Master’s degree in Natural Sciences and/or Environmental Sciences, or a related field.
  • At least two years of relevant professional experience in the field of ecology and/or environmental science, or a related area.
  • Ideally, experience in natural sciences and/or with Nature-based Solutions (NbS).

• Skills and personal qualities
  • Excellent English comprehension and writing skills are an absolute requirement. The working language for this post is English.
    • Clear understanding of scientific communication in English.
    • Writing in a clear and concise style in English.
  • Organisational Skills:
    • Ability to organise information and work.
    • Capacity to understand and follow guidelines to consistently implement a systematic process.
    • Attention to detail and overall consistency in the implementation of activities.
  • Data Research, Management, and Analysis:
    • Database management and data analysis.
    • Research and analytical skills.
    • Ability to collect, synthesise, and represent information effectively.

• Other requirements
  • Candidates must be eligible to work in France; support for work permits is not provided.
  • French is appreciated (due to the French working environment) but is not compulsory.

The offer

• Location:
  Biodiversa+ Secretariat
  Fondation pour la Recherche sur la Biodiversité
  195 rue Saint Jacques, 75005 Paris, France
• Contract: 18-month fixed-term contract, full time
• Salary: From €2,743 to €2,822 gross/month, dependent on qualification and experience
• Benefits: 50% public transport reimbursement, luncheon vouchers, hybrid work (up to 3 days/week)
• Start date: 1 January 2026

For more information on this vacancy and its requirements, please read the full job description (in French).

How to apply

Submit your CV and cover letter in English to Mithila Unkule by 28 October 2025.