Third Millenium Alliance is working towards a sustainable future in the
rainforest of Ecuador and we need help! Our reserve (called the Jama-Coaque
Reserve) is one of the last remnants of Pacific Equatorial Forest, part of
the Tumbes-Choco-Magdalena Biodiversity Hotspot, which is designated as one
of the most bio-diverse and endangered ecosystems on earth. Only 2% of
native forest remains in coastal Ecuador, and we are trying to preserve the
last of it.
We have a work-trade position available for someone experienced in GIS
mapping. The candidate will live and work at the Bamboo House Research
Station located on the reserve and work closely with the Reserve Manager and
the Permaculture Managers.
In addition to the management of the reserve itself, the Bamboo House
Research Station in the Jama-Coaque Reserve serves two functions:
It is a living laboratory for sustainable systems research, where we
grow our own food and manage the land according to the principles of
permaculture design, with a particular focus on appropriate technology and
reforestation.
It is a center for biological research. Past studies include Paul S.
Hamiltons discovery of new species of frog and Maria Eugenia Gavilaness
study of primate migrating patterns, and our doors are always open to
graduates and professionals interested in pursuing new research projects
Work-Trade
This is a work-trade position that will cover room and board at the Bamboo
House Research Station in exchange for 30-35 hrs/wk of GIS related work.
This position would be ideal for a professional looking for an interesting
experience living in the Coastal Ecuadorian Raingforest, a someone looking
to build their CV to make them a better candidate for job applications, or a
recent graduate with adequate undergraduate training and field experience
looking for an opportunity to stand out on graduate school applications.
What we need:
We currently do not have any GIS maps and are looking for someone to map the
reserve, its trails and different plant assemblages and ecosystems and
essentially create a foundation for spatial modeling. We would also want
this person to integrate data sets from previous research investigations.
Ideally the candidate will have Technical Experience in:
- Processing spatial data, including input, storage and retrieval;
manipulation and analysis
- Building geoprocessing models.
- Hydrologic basins
- Spatial statistics
- Scientific writing
Personal Attributes:
-Independent self-starter who can meet deadlines with little supervision
- Detail oriented, organized and reliable
- Energetic and dynamic
- Punctual and mature
Note: It would also greatly help if you already have GIS software, as we
currently do not.
If interested, please contact for more details.
Jordan Trujillo
Manager, Jama-Coaque Ecological Reserve
Email: [email protected]
