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Satpuda Foundation
The Satpuda Foundation is engaged in defending the wilderness
of the Central Indian highlands and aims to spread and strengthen
the wildlife movement in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh,
where its work is concentrated.
Responsibilities:
The project will involves community conservation in villages
around the Pench Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.
The individual would be put up at Nagpur and will be expected
to spend 15 to 20 days of the month in the field. He/ she
will be expected to compile data from surrounding villages,
implement sustainable development strategies to reduce biotic
pressure by villages on the tiger reserves and write reports.
Eligibilty:
A Bachelors degree in Social Sciences/ Biology will be prefered.
Graduates in other fields may also apply. Satpuda Foundation
is looking for someone young and dynamic with a basic knowledge
of wildlife conservation, management and the socio-economic
conditions of tribal villages.
Renumeration:
Negotiable. From Rs. 4,000 to Rs.8,000 per month. Acomodation
will be provided in the Forest Guest House (during field work).
Travel costs will be incurred by Satpuda Foundation.
Duration:
The appointment will be for a year and may be extended based
on the candidates performance.
Deadline for recieving applications: May
1, 2005
Interested persons should send their CV's with an application
to:
Kishor Rithe,
Secretary,
Satpuda Foundation,
1st Floor, "Pratishtha", Bharat Nagar, Akoli Road,
Near Sainagar, Amravati – 444 607, Maharashtra.
Tel: 0721-2511966
Mobile: 94221 57123
E-mail: satpuda_found@yahoo.com
(Posted on April 21, 2005) |
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Research Assistant for Council
for Social Development Research Organisation and Moving
Images-India
Program: Council for Social
Development – Moving Images-India Project.
Last date for applications: July 10,
2004
Job Description: The
research assistant will be required to work on a research
project on the socio-economic, cultural, political and
ecological aspects of small villages inside Sariska
Tiger Reserve, Rajasthan. The study aims to build up
a baseline of information on the socio-economics, forest
dependency and historical aspects of the village communities
living inside the reserve, with special reference to
their impending displacement from the Reserve. The study
will culminate in a technical report, an information
booklet and a documentary film on the issue of people
living inside a Tiger Reserve.
Qualifications:
He/She should have a Bachelor's degree in one of the
areas relevant to the project study. She/he should have
good Hindi-speaking ability and a moderate amount of
field experience and demonstrated commitment and interest
in the area of environment is most important.
A basic level of computer-related and quantitative skills
is
also required. She/he should be able to work independently
in the field with minimal amount of supervision. He/she
should be willing to live under sometimes difficult
field conditions in villages of Sariska Tiger Reserve,
for a period of six-eight months and later move to Delhi
for data analysis and report-writing.
Monthly Renumeration:
A monthly stipend equivalent to JRF/SRF scales of UGC,
as found applicable, will be paid for the duration of
the study. In addition, a modest living allowance and
working expenses will be paid while the person is based
in Sariska, but not while in Delhi.
Dr. Ghazala Shahabuddin
Email:ghazalafarzin@yahoo.com
(Posted on July 1, 2004) |
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Centre for Herpetology / Madras Crocodile Bank Trust, Tamil Nadu
The Centre for Herpetology / Madras Crocodile Bank Trust, Tamil Nadu is looking for a Project Assistant for a project on the monitoring of sea turtles in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The work will primarily entail coordination of field camps in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, including enumeration of turtles, tagging of sea turtles (PIT tagging and metal tagging) collection of tissue samples and related field activities, and collection and maintenance of field data. The main field sites are Cuthbert Bay in the Andamans (Green turtles, olive ridleys, leatherbacks) and Galathea (Leatherbacks and ridleys), and other sites will also be monitored. Duties will also include coordination of workshops and other minor administrative functions.
Duration: October, 2003 – December, 2004
Qualifications: A masters degree, some field experience, and a willingness to visit and work in remote places.
Remuneration: up to Rs. 10,000 p.m, depending on qualification
For further details, contact Kartik Shanker. Research Associate, Madras Crocodile Bank Trust, Tamil Nadu (kartik@atree.org). To apply, send a CV to the above email address. A personal or telephonic interview will be conducted before finalising the position.
(Posted on: October 3, 2003)
Field biologist/ ecologist for Center for Bear Rehabilitation and Conservation (Black Bear Rehabilitation Project)
Program: Wild Rescue
Reports to: Coordinator, Wild Rescue
Job location: Seijosa, Pakke tiger reserve, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
Last date for applications: 31st December 2003
Job Description:
Contractual full-time position for a field biologist / ecologist is available with Wildlife Trust of India at Seijosa, Pakke tiger reserve, Arunachal Pradesh, India. Advanced degree(s) and experience sought (see below).
Essential qualifications required:
Minimum qualifications are master’s degree in conservation biology/ wildlife sciences/ ecology/ zoology/ environmental sciences with two years professional biological experience in field conservation projects or a Doctorate in one of the biological sciences. Persons with experience working with bears and bear management will be preferred. Familiarity with modern ecological survey methods and the use of appropriate equipment including use of radio-telemetry. Ability to gather data, write comprehensive reports and present findings.
Additional required skills & capabilities: Ability to speak northeastern languages or interest and willingness to learn the languages will be an advantage. You should be able to work in very isolated conditions and be experienced in off-road driving. Use of computer software like Word, Excel, Power Point, and excellent written, communication and organization skills.
Responsibilities:
Developing and implementing research projects.
Collecting data on feeding, behavior and habitat utilization of black bears.
Conducting data analysis and interpretation; and planning of field studies.
Preparing planning documents and progress reports.
Formulating bear population and habitat management policy and strategy recommendations.
Monitoring of released black bears will be one of the appointee’s activities, along with collection of data on released bears in the study area.
Evaluating effectiveness of the bear rehabilitation program
Providing technical assistance to forest department and other agency personnel.
Interacting with the public, especially on matters pertaining to bears and bear management.
Salary & benefits:
Contract will initially be for six month on probation with the possibility of extension thereafter. Benefits include free on-site single accommodation. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications & field experience. Benefits include 30 paid holidays; 5 days of festival leave as per WTI rules per year.
Application Procedure:
Applicants should send: Cover letter, Resume and names of three professional references through email.
Email: info@wti.org.in (Do not include attachments)
You may also send your application to:
Director, Administration,
Wildlife Trust of India,
C – 644, New Friends colony,
New Delhi – 110 065.
Phone calls will not be entertained.
Wildlife Trust of India is an equal opportunity employer.
(Posted on December 16, 2003) |
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Trainers (part-time)
Program: Wild Aid - Van Rakshak Project
Reports to: Senior Programme Officer, Wild Aid
Last date for applications: 31st December, 2003
Job Description:
Candidates will be required to act as part-time resource people to help the Van Rakshak Project (Wild Aid programme) with anti-poaching training sessions in their neighboring wildlife Protect Areas (National Parks / Sanctuaries).
The subjects of training shall be -
Laws related to protection of wildlife and their habitat.
Natural history
Field Crafts: patrolling techniques, record of field observation, maintenance of record, collection of evidence, crime scene search etc.
Crime investigation
Combat training (armed and/or unarmed)
First aid
Qualifications:
Candidates (lawyers, field biologists or naturalist with field experience, ex-army staff etc.) should be willing to devote time occasionally to coach forest guards with various aspects of wildlife / wildlife habitat conservation.
She/He should, depending upon the region /area, be fluent in local language/s.
Southern India - must know any two regional languages
Central India and other Hindi speaking states - Hindi and English
Eastern India - Bengali and/or Oriya
North-Eastern region: Any local language, Hindi and/or English
Western India: Marathi, Gujarati and Hindi
The selected candidate will first go through an orientation to evaluate knowledge and teaching ability. Once empanelled, the successful candidate will be entitled to a generous honorarium commensurate with experience apart from costs. The organization shall pay the actual travel expense (rail fare by AC III or bus fare) and appropriate honorarium on a per day basis. Lodging, boarding and food shall be taken care of at the training site (usually a Wildlife Sanctuary or National Park).
Application Procedure:
Please send in your resume with a note on why this interests you to:
Director, Administration
Wildlife Trust of India,
C-644, First Floor,
New Friends Colony,
New Delhi-110 065.
Email: santosh@wti.org.in (Do not include attachments)
Phone calls will not be entertained.
Wildlife Trust of India is an equal opportunity employer.
(Posted on December 16, 2003) |
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| Two Contractual Postions at the Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM)
Opportunities for Wildlife Habitat Connectivity between Kanha National Park and Pench National park in Madhya Pradesh, India
Post: Senior Research Fellow (WLS) (Temporary on contract Basis)
Qualifications: M.Sc. In Wildlife Sciences/Wildlife Biology/Ecology from a recognized University/Equivalence.
Candidates research experience in designing & conducting wildlife field surveys, statistical methods, MS Access, RS, GIS will be preferred. The candidate must be prepared for field work related travel in the project study area.
Emoluments: Rs. 9000 per Month consolidated with 15% HRA
Duration: One year, six months
Post: Senior Research Fellow (GIS)
Qualifications: M.Tech / M.Sc. in remote sensing / GIS / Geoinformatics from a recognized University/Equivalence. Proficiency in GIS, RS and GPS techniques, ARC/INFO GIS, ERDAS Imagine, GPS, RDBMS, SQL and map digitization is mandatory.
Candidates having knowledge of Visual Basic and having relevant work experience in development of geographic databases and digital image analysis techniques will be preferred.
Emoluments: Rs. 9000 per Month consolidated with 15% HRA
Duration: One year, six months
The above positions are purely on contract basis and have nothing to do with the permanent establishment of IIFM. Any claim to regular appointment in IIFM will not be tenable.
Interested applicants can send their Curriculum Vitae with a photograph and attested certificates and a demand draft of Rs. 50 (fifty only - nonrefundable) drawn in the name of Director IIFM to Dr. C.S. Rathore, Associate Professor, Indian Institute of Forest Management, PO Box 357, Nehru Nagar, Bhopal, 462003,MP. The applications with all relevant details must reach IIFM on or before 25.11.2003.
(Posted on: November 4, 2003) |
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