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Field Assistant Internship – Carnivore Monitoring

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Internship Opportunities

Field Assistant Internship—Carnivore Monitoring

Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) works in partnership with the Department of National Parks and Wildlife (DNPW) through the North Luangwa Conservation Programme (NLCP) and Nsumbu-Tanganyika Conservation Programme (NTCP) to protect and conserve the North Luangwa and Nsumbu-Tanganyika landscapes, respectively. The NLCP & NTCP support effective and efficient protected area management, with a wider focus on empowering communities to manage natural resources in the Game Management Areas adjacent to the parks. The NLCP’s mission ‘Linking livelihoods and landscapes’ and the NTCP’s mission of ‘Conserving landscapes, enriching lives’ both seek to address their key challenges by taking holistic approaches for more resilient socio-ecological systems.

Description of the Opportunities

The NLCP is seeking two graduates with a degree in wildlife management, conservation biology, or a related field focusing on wildlife conservation. The purpose of the roles is to assist with the planning and executing field research activities relating to large carnivores in North Luangwa National Park. Successful applicants will be based in North Luangwa National Park and spend at least two-thirds of their time camping in remote areas. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience in wildlife research and conservation

Name of position: Field Assistant Internship—Carnivore Monitoring

Reporting to: Ecology and Conservation Science Managers

Location: North Luangwa National Park, Muchinga Province, field-based

Benefits: Monthly stipend. Meals provided while in the field

Start date: 20th August 2024

Duration: Up to 4 months

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Assist in the planning and execution of field research activities that involve extended periods camping in the field in search of large carnivores at dawn and dusk when they are most active

Collect and record data on carnivore sightings using mobile applications, with a focus on lions

Take high-quality photographs of large carnivores to enable individual identification

Manage sighting data and photographs with special attention to data security and integrity

Participate in the development of reports and presentations that communicate findings to colleagues and stakeholders

Qualifications, skills and attributes

A degree in Wildlife Management, Conservation Biology, or a related field

At least 1 year’s experience working for a reputable organisation in a remote wildlife area

Proficiency in mobile data collection tools such as SMART Mobile or Survey123

Wildlife photography skills, including the use of DSLR cameras

Valid driving licence with experience in off-road driving on rough terrain

Good written and spoken English communication skills

Keen interest in conservation and large carnivores

Working Conditions/Physical Effort

Willingness to camp in remote wilderness areas with basic equipment, no amenities, and no mobile network

Willingness to work long and unusual hours around dawn and dusk when predators are most active

Your application should include a chronological CV in PDF format, and a 1-page cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position. The cover letter will be used to judge the quality of your application and should answer the following:

What interests you most about the position?

Your relevant experience and how it has prepared you for the position

The most important technical skills that you will bring to the role

Two references with a short description of your working relationship, and their contact details.

Method of Application

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please submit applications to . Ensure the subject line in your email application states “Field Assistant Internship—Carnivore Monitoring”.

Application deadline
11 Aug 15:00