Volunteer Relief Wildlife
Officer Vacancy
Marinelife/Biscay
Dolphin Research Programme wishes to appoint a volunteer Relief Wildlife Officer
to assist with our continuing research educational & programme on large
ferries.
The appointee will be
proficient in cetacean observation and identification from big ships as well as
preferably oceanic sea bird identification. Working on board a number of large ships
in all weather conditions, the Relief Wildlife Officer will be carrying out an
educational programme to passengers including lectures, presentations,
deckwatches and fundraising whilst maintaining accurate records of
sightings. Wildlife Officer duties
could last from 4 days to over 25 days depending on the time of year so
applicants need to be flexible in their commitment to us.
Good communication, IT
and organisational skills are essential as well as good sea legs! An
interest in wildlife and conservation is essential, along with enthusiasm and
willingness to work in a conscientious and responsible manner. It is also
important that you are fluent in speaking and writing English. Experience of
working with children, the public or in environmental interpretation or
education would be preferred, however this is not
essential.
Expenses
will be paid and accommodation/food on the ship provided.
Key
Requirements:
Essential
Ability to cope with all
weather conditions at sea
Experience of cetacean
observation & identification from large vessels
Experience of public
speaking/presentation giving
Good communication
skills
Good IT
skills
Good oganisational
skills
Flexible
Preferable
Experience of oceanic
seabird observation & identification from large
vessels
Easy access to the south
coast of the
Access to own
transport
To apply for this
position, please send a CV including photograph (for ship’s security purposes)
to:
Emma
Webb
Marinelife Community
& Operations Officer
Marinelife/Biscay
Dolphin Research Programme
9
CO4
3UX
Or email to: emma.webb@biscay-dolphin.org.uk
Please quote reference
RWLO/FEB08 in any correspondence.
Closing Date for applications 15 February 2008