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Ranger e Coordenador de projectos6 de Maio
SOS Tartarugas
Wildlife Ranger and Special Projects Coordinator needed for SOS tartarugas in Sal, Cabo Verde:SOS Tartarugas began operations in June 2008 on Sal island, Cabo Verde. The objective of the organisation is to protect and conserve loggerhead turtles, initially by deterring illegal hunting. Following a very successful season that achieved a 72% reduction in mortality, we wish to recruit ambitious committed people to help us improve and strengthen our project. Our activities include patrolling beaches, data collection, working with tourists, operation of a hatchery and outreach. The project is based in Santa Maria, a popular tourist destination known for its beaches and watersports so you can expect a wide range of amenities.
Rangers are based in Turtle House, a surf hotel very close to the beach.
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Before Applying: Please read the application instructions at the end very carefully. Incorrect applications will be automatically rejected. Only apply for positions for which you have the experience and/or qualifications required. Before applying please consider the cost of travel from your country to Cabo Verde and the cost of living once you are here. Cabo Verde is not a cheap place to fly to. Please try not email for more information until you are certain that your question is not answered in this document.
We have the following vacancies
Wildlife Ranger responsible for protecting nesting loggerhead turtles, their eggs and the nesting beaches. Duties will include night patrols to deter hunters and collect data and day patrols to relocate nests to the hatchery. Later in the season Rangers will be responsible for monitoring in situ nests. You may be asked to perform other duties such as working in the hatchery or guiding visitors on nighttime walks as well as participate in outreach activities. Requirements: We need motivated, committed individuals. No experience is necessary but will be an advantage. A good level of fitness and energy is required as night patrols are conducted on foot and can be as much as 8km per night. Morning patrols are by quad. Hours and shift patterns will vary during the season but will be a minimum of 36 hours per week. Must be fluent in English and Portuguese. Driving license is an advantage. Benefits: Shared accommodation is provided and a food allowance of ?100 per month. You should note that this is sufficient for basics but will not cover luxuries and eating out. Timing : 15 June - 26 October.
Special Projects Coordinator to assist with activities on islands other than Sal. Working with local authorities to develop strategies to protect turtles, including training others to tag turtles, relocate nests and other conservation techniques. You will also be responsible for outreach activities. Initially based on Sal but you will travel to other islands.
Requirements: Considerable experience with turtles including training and managing other volunteers. Creative problem solver with the ability and confidence to work unsupervised. Driving license. Fluent in English and Portuguese. Benefits: Shared accommodation is provided and a food allowance of ?300 per month. Timing : 8 June - 26 October.
SOS Tartarugas Cabo Verde Application 2009
Send a one page CV, application and email address of two referees to jacquie@sostartarugas.org. Closing date for applications is May 8th.
Please answer the following questions using no more than two pages.
Format your application with single spacing plain font size 10 font.
1. Name
2. Age & Place of birth
3. Male/Female
4. Email address, telephone number, skype address
5. Education
6. Languages spoken (state level)
7. Driving license? (State category)
8. Have you applied before (State when & for what position)
9. Position applied for (If you wish to be considered for more than one position state all, otherwise if you are not appointed to that position we will not consider you for other positions)
10. Any previous experience with turtles (please be specific listing skills such as tagging, nest relocation etc)
11. Quad bike experience?
12. Other experience that you think may be relevant
13. Why are you suitable for this position?
14. Availability (Start and end date)
15. Two references
