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MARINE
RESEARCH JOB VACANCIES Needed to start
immediately GLOBAL VISION INTERNATIONAL, AFRICAN
WILDLIFE AND MARINE RESEARCH EXPEDITION, SHIMONI,
KENYA. GVI
is looking for adventurous & motivated staff to assist in developing and
running an exciting new cetacean monitoring research
programme One
position available ASAP FOR
MORE INFO READ BELOW If
you are interested, are AVAILABLE WITHIN A MONTH and have the relevant
qualifications and experience pls send me your CV and cover
letter ASAP to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Information . Global
Vision International promotes sustainable solutions for a rapidly changing world
by matching the general public, with international environmentalists,
researchers and pioneering educators. Global
Vision International, (www.gvi.co.uk), was formed in 1998 to provide support and
services
to international charities, non profits and governmental agencies. Through their
international network of 40 personnel in over 20 countries GVI continues to
support many of the most critical conservation and humanitarian projects around
the globe. GVI is a non-political, non-religious organisation, which through its
alliance with aid-reliant organisations throughout the world provides
opportunities to Volunteers to fill a critical void in the fields of
environmental research, conservation, education and community development. GVI
wildlife and Marine Expeditions work closely with local organisations and
providing essential support monitoring the Kisite-/mpunguti
National Marine Park,
environmental and sustainable development education. Project: This new
expedition combines a variety of both marine and terrestrial research together
with community development projects within the tropical environment of East
Africa. The expedition looks at the biodiversity of the immediate region around
Shimoni and Wasini Island, utilizing a base in Shimoni on the Kenyan border with
mainland Tanzania. The expedition examines how the local communities affect and
utilise the regions natural resources, and aims to assist these communities to
profit from their resources in a sustainable manner. GVI is working alongside
many high profile local partners, including the Kenyan Wildife Service (KWS) and
Kenyan Marine Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI). The expedition will focus on
three main elements, wildlife research and the impact of development upon it,
marine mammal research (specifically cetaceans) to determine trends related to
tourism and populations and community development projects which together with
many other activities will include teaching English programs, sustainable
tourism workshops and development programs such as health centre
construction. GVI
is looking for adventurous & motivated staff to assist in developing and
running this exciting new expedition, which started in January
2006
Additional
research focuses the expedition is involved in are Wildlife research on species
such as Colobus monkeys and forest biodiversity studies. Teaching English,
Environmental education, Rainforest re / degeneration, Sustainable tourism
practices, and Community infrastructure development. Role: The
project is managed by a young team of six full-time Researchers assisted by
teams of temporary, overseas volunteers. The position open is as Marine Officer,
however all staff will be trained in all areas of the expedition
focuses: Marine
position
Assist
in managing the marine programme, train Expedition Members in survey and
monitoring techniques, teach survey techniques and identification, write
reports, liaise with local partners and head office. Drive boat; maintain high
health and safety standards, aid with logistics, budgeting and community
programme, possible publications. Qualifications
needed:
Science degree and environmental studies/sustainable development background.
Marine biological degree an advantage. Experienced
boat handlers with a minimum of RYA boat handling level 2 or equivalent,
essential. Extensive
field experience in surveying and monitoring of cetaceans and 1st Aid
qualifications essential. PADI Emergency First Response (EFR) instructor qualifications an advantage. Able to work as part of a team, in a remote area, in basic accomodation. International Driving licence. Excellent people skills essential, exposure to expedition life and experience working with volunteers or groups of people in isolated environments essential. This
position also offers potential opportunities within the growing organisation of
GVI, all around the world. Please look at the GVI website for more information
on this exciting organisation www.gvi.co.uk Conditions All
food, accommodation, equipment and essential transport provided, plus expedition
monthly salary ($450) and flight contribution, paid at start and end of the
contract. Own insurance has to be provided. Hours are long, with a day and a
half off at weekends when not on duty. Conditions are basic living on a remote
island and staff may have to share a room. Solar power provides limited
electricity at night. The diet is generally vegetarian and staff are expected to
join Expedition Members in camp duties such as cooking, base cleaning,
maintenance of base and boats. Position
starts End of February, closing date 28th
February If you are not available before the end of March please DO NOT apply Enquiries
and applications to Sophie Greatwood |
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