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From:
Rashmi M.K <raash...@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Aug 27, 2012 at 11:07 PM
Subject: Field Officer - Whale Shark Conservation Project -WTI
To:
Field Officer - Whale Shark Conservation Project
Wildlife Trust of India
Location: Veraval, Gujarat
JOB DESCRIPTION
Field Officer - Whale Shark Conservation Project
Division : Marine Conservation Division
Location : Veraval, Gujarat
Position : One
Experience : Experience in Marine Conservation or related field
Qualifications : Marine biologist / MSc wildlife
Gross Compensation: As per qualifications & experience
The Officer will be Responsible for field or on-site implementation of the
project in association with the reporting manager and in line with the
scientific and technical plan and all administrative and financial requirements
of the HoD and PI.
Responsibilities:
1. Undertake fishermen survey to collect historical data/sighting of Whale Shark
distribution.
2. Undertake survey and studies for population estimate and distribution
through Photo ID and tagging.
3. Assist in collecting genetic sample of WS as per protocol for further
Genetic Analysis.
4. Coordinate and tie-up with fishermen boat to collect whale shark sighting
records.
5. Help in GIS based mapping of Whale shark distribution.
6. Ensure scientific or technical adherence to all needs of the project are
met.
7. Ensure that all administrative, HRD and IT needs are met.
8. Responsible for all field reports, photographic documentation, submission of
data sheets etc as per the requirements of the HoD.
9. Responsible for all field level governmental and partner liaison at
appropriate levels and local public relation needs in consultation with the
HoD.
10. Responsible for acting as the on-site representative of WTI (at particular
level) and to ensure that the image of WTI as a conservation action
organization operating in the field is maintained at all times.
11. Responsible for maintenance of all assets of the organization in the area
of activity.
Skills:
• Swimming and diving
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of regional language – Gujarati will be an added advantage
Interested candidates may apply by giving full details regarding remuneration
received in the present assignments, expected salary and three references to
jo...@wti.org.in .
Ph. No.
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"A hundred times every day I remind myself that my inner and outer life depend on the labors of other men, living and dead, and that I must exert myself in order to give in the same measure as I have received and am still receiving."