SUMMARY\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tThe primary function of this position is to join the ecological monitoring team, assisting with infield data collection, wildlife monitoring and volunteer management. Over a typical six-week cycle, the position will involve four weeks based at Aloe Camp, comprised of two weeks monitoring and managing volunteers and two weeks of full-time pangolin monitoring. The final two weeks will be based at Swilleys camp, monitoring and managing volunteers. The position reports to the Phinda Research Manager.<\/p>\n
OUTPUTS:<\/p>\n
Volunteers:<\/p>\n
\tManage the volunteer programmes, including the volunteer houses, vehicles etc.
\n\tManage volunteers and students\u00a0
\n\tEnsuring cleanliness of camp, food orders, logistics, maintenance etc. \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Data collection:<\/p>\n
\tDaily Data Collection of Elephant, Cheetah, Lion, White Rhino, Buffalo, Pangolin and Black Rhino amongst other ecological data and species \u00a0
\n\tRadio tracking (using telemetry) as and when required \u00a0
\n\tCamera trapping and drive counts as and when required\u00a0
\n\tAssisting the conservation management team with the collection of various samples
\n\tAssisting external researchers & students in their data collection \u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
Sample Collection:<\/p>\n
\tAssist with collection of ecological samples and data of immobilized animals \u00a0
\n\tAssist with the collection of samples for external researchers & students as and when required\u00a0<\/p>\n
ID Kits:<\/p>\n
\tCompiling, updating and maintaining of ID kits for various species\u00a0
\n\tAssist conservation management team when required \u00a0<\/p>\n
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: \u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tDecent knowledge of Maputaland and Zululand ecosystems
\n\tStrong computer literacy
\n\tValid PDP and Code 8 Drivers License
\n\tExperience with 4×4\/wilderness driving preferable
\n\tMinimum FGASA level one or BSc Degree in Conservation Biology\/Wildlife Management\/Ecology or similar field
\n\tMinimum First Aid level one
\n\tRifle competency certificate and SAPS registered preferable
\n\tSome relevant wildlife working experience will be beneficial
\n\tExperience walking and tracking in a Big5 reserve preferable
\n\tManagement skills
\n\tThe ability to co-ordinate day to day operations
\n\tTo manage conflict
\n\tTo be feedback friendly
\n\tThe ability to remain calm under stress
\n\tHave a very good work ethic
\n\tPeople\u2019s person with great communication skills – with volunteers and fellow staff members
\n\tGood organisational ability
\n\tAttention to detail
\n\tThis is a full-time permanent position
\n\tMust be a South African Citizen or have a valid work permit.<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.andBeyond.com\/ ) or<\/p>\n
www.applybe.com<\/p>\n
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