Current Vacancy: Short-term Researcher/ Research Assistant

Organisation
:
 WildTeam
Salary:
:
 Fixed remuneration will be offered to the selected candidates
Location
:
 Khulna
Hours
:
 Full time
Position type
:
 Paid
Closing date
:
 15 January 2018
Website
:
 www.wild-team.org

About WildTeam
WildTeam is a conservation organisation working to save endangered wildlife and their habitats. The team has a current focus on tigers in the Bangladesh Sundarbans. It is a registered non-profit and non-government organisation in Bangladesh.  WildTeam is currently implementing a project called “USAID’s Bengal Tiger Conservation Activity”. All of our work is guided by four core values which are as below:

We believe in people
WildTeam believes people are the solution because we see evidence of it every day. Human beings are innovative, adaptable and passionate; every single one of us can be a game changer.

We celebrate nature
WildTeam have a passion for nature and we share it with others, because we believe the best way to protect nature is to celebrate it. We nurture people’s innate love for nature and channel that love into successful conservation.

We are grounded in reality
We rely on thorough research to guide our strategy and all our interventions.  We listen to people to learn about what motivates them, and then we build solutions based on those motivations. We use rigorous project management methodologies to achieve maximum results.

We act fearlessly
Big challenges need big solutions. The fact the world continues to lose nature shows that new approaches are needed. We’re not afraid to do things differently and we continuously search and try new methods and technologies.

Major Responsibilities

WildTeam is looking to recruit a short-term Researcher and eight short-term Research Assistant for its Bagh Activity funded by USAID to oversee research activities and support of WildTeam’s Research work stream field activities. The post holder will be overall responsible for the following responsibilities –

Researcher

Research Assistant

  • Carry out field work (data collection, data entry and data management at regular basis).
  • Lead a team of field assistants during camera trap or khal survey.
  • Take part of day to day planning and implement accordingly.
  • Data management according to survey protocol.
  • Work in close collaboration with Forest Department and other stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with other survey team/s to drive implementation of field work.
  • Carry out field work (deploying and monitoring camera traps, data collection and data entry at regular basis).
  • Assist the team lead or lead (whenever require) a team of field assistants during camera trap or khal survey.
  • Take part of day to day planning and implement accordingly.
  • Data management according to survey protocol.
  • Work in close collaboration with Forest Department and other stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with other survey team/s to drive implementation of field work.

Preferred Attitude, Skills and Experience

The most important quality WildTeam is looking for in all its employees is a great attitude and “one team” approach; someone who is highly motivated to save wildlife, takes responsibility for their work, can solve complex problems, has a fearless attitude/is ready for a challenge, and enjoys working with/supporting others in sometimes challenging living/political conditions.

Required Skills:

Researcher

Research Assistant
  • Graduation in any discipline.
  • At least one year of experience in wildlife research or volunteer in any wildlife research project especially in the Sundarbans is preferable. Passion and enthusiasm for nature and wildlife conservation are a must.
  • Having previous experience in managing field team in the Sundarbans is a big advantage.
  • Large data management and report writing skills are preferable.
  • Basic computer skill, navigation skill using map, compass and GPS is preferable.
  • Walking inside the forest or muddy areas and carrying field equipment of light-medium weight load.
  • Excellent communication skill in Bengali and English.
  • Good presentation skill.
  • Relationship management skill with different local law enforcement agencies. 
  • Graduation in any discipline.
  • Experience in wildlife research or volunteer in any wildlife research project especially in the Sundarbans is an advantage. Passion and enthusiasm for nature and wildlife conservation are a must.
  • Basic computer skill, navigation skill using map, compass and GPS is an advantage.
  • Walking inside the forest or muddy areas and carrying field equipment of light-medium weight load.
  • Excellent communication skill in Bengali and English.
  • Good presentation skill.
  • Relationship management skill with different local law enforcement agencies. 

How to apply

Please send in (1) your CV, (2) a covering letter of <500 words that describes why you are interested in and qualified for this post to hr@wild-team.org. Please mention the name of the position you are applying for (‘Researcher’ or ‘Research Assistant’) in the subject line of the email. Closing date for application is 15 January 2018. Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted. The successful candidate will start work as soon as possible. Qualified women candidates are highly encouraged to apply as WildTeam believes in equal opportunity.

N.B. WildTeam is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women as well as men.