Field Assistant (3 Months Contract)

🗏Job Type

Contract

Enquiries: Ernest Daemane (053 802 1912).

To apply, e-mail your application accompanied by a CV and certified copies of your qualifications to duduzile.job@sanparks.org

Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities that are required for the job:

At least a Nature Conservation Diploma or equivalent, supported by a minimum of 3 years relevant experience, although an Honours or MSC level degree will be desirable.
Relevant experience in a research/conservation environment plus good working knowledge of field-monitoring methods and a range of biodiversity identification and evaluation skills is essential
Excellent organizational skills and experience at networking with people and managing according to a budget and within specified timeframes.
A demonstrated ability to plan and work independently and come up with innovative solutions to problems (within budgetary and other constraints).
An understanding of research and management objectives and conservation practices and principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A valid driver’s license is a prerequisite.

Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook. Knowledge of geographical information systems (GIS) will be an advantage.
Responsibilities:
This post is expected to facilitate and conduct various biodiversity research and monitoring programs in the Arid Parks. S/he will further be required to capture, store and summarise data from monitoring programs according to protocols. The incumbent is expected to provide a support, facilitation and coordination function for field work by visiting researchers and provide effective and efficient research administrative where required; participate and provide the scientific inputs to awareness and outreach programmes, and represent Scientific Services at selected fora.

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