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Position Description:
The Lilongwe Wildlife Centre (LWC) is the only wildlife rescue, conservation and education centre in Malawi. We have about 200 animals at our centre including primates, antelopes, carnivores, reptiles and birds. Almost every week new animals are coming in, mainly coming from illegal trade. Whenever possible and suitable we endeavor to release those animals back into the wild again. To accomplish this, we follow as close as possible the guidelines provided by the IUCN. For more information about the centre and our activities please visit our web-site: www.lilongwewildlife.org
The LWC is planning to release two serval cats back into the wild. Both animals became a victim of illegal trade and were taken in to the centre at the age of four weeks. The animals were reared in a big natural enclosure, and at the age of almost one year they are old enough to be released. The animals will be released according to the soft release strategy. Place of release will be Kasungu NP.
For this study we are looking for somebody who wants and is capable of collecting data while the animals are in their release enclosure as well as post-release. The post-release study will focus on collecting data on spatial movement, activity patterns and hunting behaviour. To be able to collect data the animals will be provided with GPS collars.
During this study you will be guided by Dr. Emma Stone (Conservation Research Africa).
Qualifications/Experience
· Degree in conservation biology, zoology, biology or related field
· Strong background in conservation/ecology work
· Previous fieldwork experience, especially working in basic living conditions in Africa
· Positive mental attitude, resilient, ability to muck in and get on with it
· Ability to work alone at night
· Hard work ethic, flexible and conscientious approach
· Eye for detail
· Physical fitness
· Full clean driving lisence
· Experience in radio tracking experience is a pre
Terms of position:
The project will run from beginning of May till September. Ideally we look for somebody who is able to fill the full four months, but it is also possible to split up the period in two times two months. To participate in this release program we ask for a contribution to the project of 100 pounds a week. This will cover your expenses for food and housing, but also includes a sponsor fee this project. All expenses like flight, visa and required vaccinations will be for your own expense.
Application procedure:
Please send your CV and a cover letter by e-mail to Mr. J. Iepema, Animal Care Manager of the Lilongwe Wildlife Centre: Anima...@llwc.org. Please mention within your letter when you will be available to fill this position.