Peter Owen and Hazel Holmes work together on the conservation course
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Introduction

Where to find a job related to Jobs for Nature, and what kind of skills our partners are looking for.

Where to find jobs

Jobs funded by Jobs for Nature will be advertised through our project partners who are leading these initiatives. These are likely to be advertised through job recruitment websites.

You may also be able to contact project partners directly.

List of projects funded by Jobs for Nature.

You can also check with your local and regional council, iwi, Landcare Trust and QEII National Trust.

Job length and skills

Projects run between one to four years, so short-term and longer-term opportunities are available depending on the particular project.

In some cases, you may need to have specialised skills such as project management. However, many projects will provide the necessary training for the work involved. 

Background

Jobs for Nature was designed to provide nature-based jobs to communities and industries that had been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The programme has since adapted to the needs of regional communities including funding projects that target iwi and youth unemployment.

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