Large Marine Vertebrate Research Institute Philippines (LAMAVE) is seeking
assistants for the Panglao Sustainable Wildlife Watching Project. Panglao is
situated in the Bohol Sea, an area of high biodiversity where many deep water
cetacean species are encountered close to the coast. With tourist numbers
rapidly increasing, the purpose of this project is to collect data that will
assist in the development of more sustainable wildlife watching practices.
Field research will focus on investigating the interaction between tour boats
and spinner dolphins (Stenella longirostris). Data on other cetaceans, sea
turtles and whale sharks (through citizen science) will also be gathered.
Collecting quantitative data to describe the perceptions of tour operators and
visitors are also important facets of this project.
This project presents a unique learning opportunity for assistants. As well as
being involved in field surveys they will also be exposed to social science and
stakeholder engagement techniques – skills that are highly sought after in
conservation and environmental management sectors.
Key duties will include
· Boat-based data collection of dolphin behaviour and tourist vessel
activity.
· Collection of quantitative visitor survey data.
· Data entry.
· Assisting in the collection and processing of whale shark citizen
science sighting data.
· Contribution to social media (e.g. monthly blog).
We are seeking assistants for a three month period, commencing as soon as
possible. Being a non-profit NGO, we ask for assistants to pay a minimal
monthly contribution that helps to cover living expenses. Upon expression of
interest, a detailed volunteer pack with information will be sent .
Essential prerequisites
· A good attitude.
· Able to collect and transcribe data whilst onboard a boat.
· Able to work independently and in a team.
· Available to stay for three months, from late March 2017.
· Comfortable speaking with tourists and locals.
· Comfortable living in a shared house with basic amenities.
· Excellent eyesight.
· Physically fit and mentally focused enough to spend several hours a day
on a boat and in the water, and then complete data entry to a high standard.
· Proficient in English.
· Strong interest in conservation biology, social science and
environmental management.
Desirable prerequisites:
· A degree in marine science, social science, environmental management or
similar.
· Biological field research experience.
There may also be scope to collect in-water photo-ID and distribution data of
green sea turtles. For this reason, excellent swimming/snorkelling skills are
also required.
To apply for a position please email your CV and a cover letter explaining why
you would like to volunteer for this particular project to
volunt...@lamave.org, using ‘Panglao Project’ in the subject line.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Daniella Hanf
MSc(Res)
Primary Investigator, Large Marine Vertebrate Research Institute Philippines
www.lamave.com
www.facebook.com/largemarinevertebratesproject
Principal Consultant / Scientist, Stenella Marine & Social Science
danie...@stenella.com.au
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