Hiring Organization:
Azafady
Date Posted:
2008-08-07
Position Description:
This is a new post created due to the success and expansion of the Lemur Venture conservation programme run by Azafady in the protected areas around Fort Dauphin in South East Madagascar.
The programme began in 2007 and has rapidly grown. In order that we maintain the current level of research expertise and care of the volunteers taking part in the programme, we are now looking to increase the capacity of our team with this additional post.
Overview of the post.
You will assist the Project Co-ordinator in developing and implementing a conservation programme for lemurs. To do this effectively you will need to gain an understanding of the dynamics between the conservation of lemurs and local communities and develop mechanisms to ensure that conservation has a positive impact on the community. The work you do will be based on the collection and analysis of detailed field research and engagement with the local community.
The programme will be delivered through working alongside teams of local Malagasy staff and dedicated, short term, overseas volunteers.
Main Duties and Responsibilities.
1. To assist the Lemur Venture Co-ordinator in developing and implementing a programme of research to cover primates, vegetation and human communities living within or close to primate habitats.
2. To lead sections of the research with groups of volunteers including management during the activity and compilation of data.
3. To assist in managing the collection and processing of accurate field data for all survey components
4. To produce sections of technical reports and scientific papers to agreed deadlines
5. To assist with non-research based activities relevant to the conservation programme including environmental education, reforestation activities, community mapping and community interaction.
6. To assist in the training and management of volunteers and other participants where necessary and supervise them during the conservation programme
7. To assist in managing and supervising the maintenance of the projects scientific resources and equipment
8. To assist with the logistical operations relating to the project including the administration and management of finances, production of reports, allocation, use and maintenance of resources.
9. To assist in the management, health and safety and welfare of local staff and volunteers
10. To deputise for the Lemur Venture Co-ordinator as required.
Qualifications/Experience:
Person Specification.
Essential.
Postgraduate in an environmental, biological or other related discipline
Commitment to integrated conservation and development projects
Experience of data analysis and report writing
Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
Good administrative skills
Ability to manage own time and work to deadlines
Ability to train, manage and lead a small team
Excellent team working and motivational skills
Ability to work in and contribute to easy going and amiable group living conditions
Personally resilient and able to cope with isolating field conditions
Ability to cope with basic living conditions with good humour
Flexible to changing circumstances
Physically fit
First Aid qualification
Desirable.
Experience of field research
Experience of a tropical country
Knowledge of natural resource management and rural development
Knowledge of lemur research and conservation in Madagascar
Experience of GIS applications
Familiarity of field operational logistics
Desire to learn Malagasy
Salary/funding:
All expenses (flights, visas, vaccinations, insurance, personal equipment, some food, and general living costs) to be covered by the volunteer.
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Whilst in the field (8 weeks out of every 12), food is provided and own tent is required. Basic accommodation provided when in town (4 weeks out of 12) but volunteer will have to cover own food expenses.
Term of Appointment:
Minimum 6 months. 12 months preferred,
Application Deadline:
Ongoing until filled
Comments:
E-mail CV and covering letter to mark@azafady.org
Contact Information:
Mark Jacobs
Azafady, Studio 7, 1 A Beethoven Street
London W10 4LG
United Kingdom
Telephone Number:
+44 (0) 208 960 6629
Website:
http://www.madagascar.co.uk
E-mail Address:
mark@azafady.org