Marine Conservation Placement
George Town, Malaysia
Job Description
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JOB TITLE: Marine Conservation Placement TEAM: Conservation and Fisheries REPORTS TO: Marine Conservation Team Leader JOB PURPOSE: To work with the Marine Conservation Team to monitor marine ecosystems around Ascension and deliver the objectives of the Ascension Island Marine Protected Area.
MAIN DUTIES:
- Monitor Ascension Island\xe2\x80\x99s marine environment using research methods set out in the MPA Monitoring, Evaluation and Research Strategy
- Conduct abundance, age, growth, reproductive and diet studies on marine species around Ascension Island, in particular for recreationally fished species
- Input data into databases and carry out quality assurance of data holdings
- Collaborate with external researchers and assist in other marine projects that deliver the objectives of the MPA Management Plan
- Assist the DNA Biomonitoring Project Officer with the collection of specimens for barcoding, DNA extraction and metabarcoding of monitoring samples.
- Assist the Shark Project Officer with shark movement studies, oceanographic monitoring and community engagement work to deliver the outputs of project DPLUS161
- Assist the Marine Plastics Coordinator with shoreline survey, seabird and fish impact monitoring and community engagement work to deliver the outputs of project DPLUS176
- Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations for donors, project partners and non-specialist audiences
- Assist with the management of the Marine/Fisheries Laboratory at the Conservation Centre in Georgetown; ensuring that it is clean, well-stocked and services the project efficiently
- Assist with the management and maintenance of the survey boats, scientific equipment and facilities.
- Initiate and take part in engagement activities with the island community and school to build awareness of, and support for, marine conservation and responsible resource use
- Publicise the MPA and the work of the AIG Marine Team through articles and social media posts
- To support the wider aims of the AIG Conservation and Fisheries Directorate by assisting with other projects including terrestrial conservation and protected area management as required.
- To undertake the main duties of the post (detailed above) to the highest possible standard
- To Comply with Health and Safety at Work procedures. Conduct all work in a safe and responsible manner, including fieldwork in hazardous and remote locations. Ensure staff, volunteers and visitors working with you conduct all work in a safe and responsible manner, guided by the relevant risk assessments.
- Work closely with other on-Island team members, external project partners and other stakeholders to complete the main duties of the post and develop a sustainable programme of marine research and conservation on Ascension Island.
- To report regularly to the Marine Conservation Team Leader and external project leads/partners to ensure that all parties are meeting their targets and goals.
- To abide by the AIGCFD data management policy with regards to responsible archiving and documentation of scientific datasets
PERSON SPECIFICATION: Essential
- A sound knowledge of marine conservation and fisheries biology
- Post-16 education including study of biology or environmental sciences
- A full driving license
- A good level of physical fitness and be able to work for short periods at sea, in sometimes challenging conditions
- Numerate and computer literate, with a sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Good interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work effectively in a small team
- Self-motivated, happy working both independently and in a team setting, and willing to sometimes work extended hours (often at weekends) and on projects outside of core duties if required.
- An advanced SCUBA qualification (PADI Rescue Diver or equivalent), with significant diving experience (ideally 100+ logged dives) and an excellent awareness of dive safety (Note: Ascension Island has no re-compression chamber so responsible and conservative diving is of paramount importance)
- Experience in conducting underwater surveys (fish and invertebrates), and/or tagging of marine species
- A powerboat handling qualification and experience of handling RIBs at sea
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Job IdJD915178
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationGeorge Town, Malaysia
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EducationNot mentioned