Research Project Officer vacancy (Hogsback)
Our rapidly growing conservation organisation is looking for a person with a head and heart for research and daily administrative tasks to join the Cape Parrot Project team in Hogsback, Eastern Cape to support the research team and keep us organised as we go about conserving the critically endangered Cape Parrot.
About us
The Wild Bird Trust (WBT) runs hands-on conservation projects in South Africa, Botswana, and Angola. Working from bases in Hogsback, Eastern Cape and Magoebaskloof, Limpopo, the Cape Parrot Project, founded in 2009, focuses on ensuring the survival of the Cape Parrot by undertaking research on the species to inform conservation action and to address the threat of habitat degradation of its forest habitat. The Cape Parrot Project works closely with local communities by hiring staff from within these communities and by creating community tree nurseries which supply trees needed for restoration.
We are a small but dynamic team making a practical difference to our parrots, our forests and the communities in which we are based. We are part of a bigger organisation that provides operational and human resource support. The salary is competitive and the other benefits include 21 days of leave and a beautiful working environment. This role will require someone who enjoys digging into research and who also enjoys the structure and organisation that good administration brings. On occasion, they should be willing to work early mornings on an ongoing basis - parrot observations mean being up before the parrots to get to various sites - this can be as early as 3h30 in summer but the working day will still be 8 hours - so you will usually finish up in the early afternoon. Although the post requires living in the small village of Hogsback - you will need to find accommodation in and around the area,have your own transport and you will need to be self-sufficient and comfortable in a small community.
The role
The RPO’s role is to provide research, administrative, logistical and operational support to the Project Manager and other members of the CPP team. This will include a research component with the RPO a key member of the Research team, providing for desktop research, writing and other support. From an administrative perspective, the role will include procurement, financial and human resource administration, asset management, basic marketing duties and data capturing, including capturing of research data. The role is broad and varied, and the RPO will play an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the CPP. While the RPO will seek advice and direction from the Project Manager, they should have the knowledge and skills to work independently.
**About you **
It is important that:
Qualifications, Skills and Competencies:
Education / Experience
Application Process:
For a more detailed job description, or to apply, send the following to: susan@wildbirdtrust.com and use “Research Project Officer” as the subject line:
Please note: Applications close on 28 July 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
The Wild Bird Trust is seeking to employ a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled Namibian citizen for the position of Community Coordinator. The role of Community Coordinator, Kavango Wilderness Project (KWP), is an essential full-time, remote-working position based in Rundu, Namibia. This permanent role is critical in the development and implementation of Ecosystem Rehabilitation Projects aimed at the sustainable conservation and restoration of the Kavango River system. By working closely with local stakeholders, the Community Coordinator ensures that these initiatives are effectively co-created to secure long-term environmental benefits. The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate a deep passion for environmental conservation, possess strong organizational skills, and excel in collaborative engagement with diverse community members.
Wild Bird Trust organisation
The newly formed KWP (Non-Profit Association Incorporated under Section 21) is part of the Wild Bird Trust (WBT). The WBT runs conservation projects which presently have operations in South Africa, Botswana, Namibia and Angola through the presence of local operating entities. These entities in addition to the USA based, The Wilderness Project, are collectively referred to as the Wild Bird Trust family. The WBT has a collaboration agreement with the National Geographic Society for the National Geographic Okavango Wilderness Project (NGOWP) with a specific focus on the following:
The WBT is in addition, named as the implementing partner under a partnership agreement between the National Geographic Society and De Beers Limited UK which is called Okavango Eternal (OE).
Overview of the Role The role of Community Manager, KWP is a full time, remote working, permanent position based in Namibia.
Key Functions and Responsibilities
The level of restoration versus protection that will be required for the long term protection of the Kavango River will still be established, but it is clear that a multi-stakeholder approach will be required. Therefore the Community Liaison Officer will be required to implement and evaluate a variety of initiatives and activities to promote stakeholder engagement and participation on all levels, as well as measurable behavioural and social change or mobilisation.
Ecosystem Rehabilitation Projects
Natural Resource and Impact Surveys
Plastic Barrier Management
Human Wildlife Conflict
Student Collaboration
General Duties
Requirements for the role Qualifications / Skills / Experience / Facilities:
Benefits
Lines of Communication: The Programme Manager KWP reports to the:
Application Process If you think you have what it takes to make a success of this role, please send the following to jobs@wildbirdtrust.com and use “COMMUNITY COORDINATOR KWP” as the email subject line:
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