Hiring Organization:
HELP-Congo (Habitat Ecologique et Liberté des Primates)
Date Posted:
2010-08-31
Position Description:
Volunteers will live in the Conkouati-Douli National Park and work at one of the field sites operated by HELP-Congo. All sites involve daily, direct work with chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes troglodytes) as well as maintenance work where needed depending on the site. There is plenty of room for the development of independent projects as well, which are encouraged.
Qualifications/Experience:
Minimum age: 18.
Minimum education level: high school diploma.
Minimum stay as a volunteer: 3 months.
French is not mandatory, but an interest in learning will be helpful.
Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Volunteers must pay for their own food and accommodation: 450 Euros per month. This includes the transport required to bring in supplies. This cost can be reduced with an extended stay.
Term of Appointment:
ongoing
Application Deadline:
ongoing
Comments:
Long-term volunteers (6 months and up) will have priority in terms of choosing which site they prefer to work at.
Contact Information:
Naftali Honig, none
Congo
Website:
http://www.help-primates.org
E-mail Address:
naftalihonig@gmail.com