Bottlenose dolphin Photo-id Catalogue Officer - Volunteer position with the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre We require a dedicated, responsible volunteer to help manage the Bottlenose dolphin photo-identification catalogue for 2006. This will involve analysing and comparing a large number of photo-id images and matching these to our existing database. This position is available from mid/late April until October 2006, a commitment for a minimum of 5 Months is preferred for this position. . Main responsibility will be to oversee the cataloguing of the bottlenose dolphin photo-id catalogue and matching individuals to previous year's images. (Our 2005 catalogue is available to download off our website by following the link, (http://www.cbmwc.org/current_res/photo-idcatalogue.htm). . Be involved in the creation of the 2006 season catalogue. . Conduct talks on the photo-identification work conducted at the CBMWC to interested parties. You will work closely alongside other research volunteers at the CBMWC and you will also be involved in the following: Boat Based Work . Assist with boat based photo identification surveys. . Assist with collection of data on marine mammals & other wildlife in Cardigan Bay . Act as a marine mammal "lookout". . Educate passengers about the wildlife in Cardigan Bay. . Assist with other ongoing projects at our centre including opportunistic jellyfish surveys and sunfish surveys amongst others. . Help crew research vessel, Sulaire. Land-based work . Assist with the day-to-day operation of our Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife visitor centre, including staffing the front desk, taking boat bookings and answering enquiries. . Advise visitors to the centre and the public about the Marine Wildlife in Cardigan Bay and the work that is being conducted. . Help develop the facilities at the Marine Wildlife Centre. . Creation and regular updating of our website pages with sightings and other information. . Conduct land based surveys from New Quay in conjunction with Ceredigion County Council. . Record sightings information, update sightings boards in our centre and central database with information gained from our boat and land based research surveys. . Develop ideas for refurbishment of the CBMWC, what materials etc. could be displayed in the centre, including interactive materials, touch tanks, interpretation boards etc. . Develop ideas for articles for other publications including CBMWC newsletter & website. . Train new volunteers in collection of data and survey work. . Help develop Fundraising ideas Desired skills/qualifications: . Fluency in English (essential). . Willingness to work in a conscientious, responsible and reliable manner. . Enthusiastic and hard working. . An interest in wildlife and conservation. . An interest and knowledge of British cetaceans would be an advantage. . A background in biology, particularly marine biology/environmental science. . A background in environmental interpretation or education and experience working with children is desirable. . Experience working with the public, and public speaking would be useful. . Excellent verbal and written communication skills. . IT skills. This position is available from mid/late April until October 2006, commitment for a minimum of 5 Months is required for this position. Accommodation can be arranged for committed volunteers (approx 45 - 50GBP per week). Volunteers are responsible for their own food, travel and accommodation costs. For further information about the work we do please visit - www.cbmwc.org To apply: Please contact us by email at volunteer@cbmwc.org and include a copy of your CV detailing your background and relevant experience together with a covering letter indicating when and how long you are available to volunteer. Alternatively post your application to: Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre Patent Slip Building Glanmor Terrace New Quay Ceredigion SA45 9PS West Wales (UK) Tel: +44 (0) 1545 560032/ (0) 7796135490 www.cbmwc.org