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Friday, November 8, 2013

Volunteer Vet required





Volunteer Vet required

International Animal Rescue’s Macaque and Loris Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre, in Java, Indonesia, requires a volunteer vet for a period of 6 months.


Local accommodation, food and visas will be provided.



This is a unique opportunity to gain extensive experience with endangered primates at an in-situ rescue and rehabilitation facility, committed to providing excellent welfare with the aim of reintroducing suitable animals into the wild.



Please send a CV and covering letter to:
Alan Knight







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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Barbary Macaque Conservation Volunteer



Barbary Macaque Conservation Volunteer

The Moroccan NGO,Barbary Macaque Conservation in the Rif (BMCRif) (www.barbarymacaque.org) has recently begun collaborating with regional authorities in the confiscation of illegally held wildlife particularly Barbary macaques. We are now seeking someone with at least four years’ professional experience in primate rehabilitation who is looking for a new challenge as initiator and manager of the first Barbary macaque rehabilitation centre in Morocco. The centre will be adjacent to BMCRif's Conservation and Education Centre in a remote area of northern Morocco adjacent to Barbary macaque habitat near the forest of Bouhachem. We will be able to offer free on-site accommodation but the successful applicant will be responsible for fund-raising for the centre's construction and running expenses including their own stipend and travel expenses. The centre's manager will be supported and advised by BMCRif directors and a group of experts in the field of wildlife rehabilitation. In the first instance, the position will be home-based but the manager will be permanently based in Morocco when the construction of the centre begins.

Qualifications and experience: Practical hands-on experience of wildlife rehabilitation with an emphasis on ex-pet primate socialisation rehab is essential. We are seeking someone with at least four years’ experience of working in a professional capacity with confiscated primates. Fund-raising experience and the ability to speak French or Spanish is desirable. There will be opportunities to undertake research in collaboration with other BMCRif staff. Experience of wildlife rehabilitation for raptors and tortoises would be an asset.

To apply send a current CV with contact details for 2 referees familiar with work along with a covering letter explaining why you believe you are suitable or this position to sian@barbarymacaque.org


Application Deadline: 15 December 2013. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview after this date.





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Friday, November 1, 2013

VOLUNTEER VETERINARY POSITION



VOLUNTEER VETERINARY POSITION

Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity, Cambodia

The Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB) is currently looking for a Volunteer Veterinary. This is a challenging but rewarding position for a highly dedicated and motivated individual with a keen interest in making a contribution to conservation. As the current animal stock does not require a full-time veterinarian, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to do relevant research work on site. In addition, he/she will have to be prepared to support a variety of other activities at ACCB as required, e.g. general animal husbandry, education, maintenance, administration, and fund raising.

The veterinarian reports to the Project Manager and works as part of the animal keeping team.

For further information please contact the emails below.

Requirements:
  • Degree as an active Veterinary surgeon.
  • Good command of English (spoken and written).

Starting date: December 2013.

Please apply via email including a cover letter, CV and the contact details of two referees to:

Dave Ware, Project Manager, Angkor Centre for Conservation of Biodiversity (ACCB), Siem Reap, Cambodia. Email: dave.ware@accb-cambodia.org

and copy your application to:

Dr. Martina Raffel, Allwetterzoo Münster, Sentruper Straße 315, D-48161 Münster, Germany. Email: raffel@allwetterzoo.de

For additional information regarding the project please familiarize yourself further at our websites: www.accb-cambodia.orgwww.facebook.com/ACCBCambodia.



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Thursday, February 7, 2013

Zoo Education Intern Volunteers

 
 
Paignton Zoo Education Intern Volunteers
Paignton Zoo receives thousands of visitors each year and is an Educational, Scientific and Conservation Charity. The Education Department is responsible for all formal and informal education within the Zoo and encompasses the graphics team who produce Zoo interpretation.

Paignton Zoo has volunteer opportunities available for up to 10 Education Intern volunteers for Spring and Summer 2013.

The role of Education Intern volunteer provides the opportunity for hands-on volunteer experience in one of Devon’s leading conservation organisations. Based at the Zoo, Education Intern volunteers will be involved in all aspects of assisting the Education Staff and engaging with the general public to highlight current conservation issues, in particular the annual EAZA campaign (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria), which this year focuses on large animals of South East Asia. More information can be found at http://www.southeastasiacampaign.org.

The Education Intern volunteer role is for approximately 6 months (March – September 2013) and training will be provided. Paignton Zoo is open every day and most Education Intern volunteers usually offer two days a week, starting at 10am and finishing by 4pm. The Education Intern volunteer role covers a seven day week.

Please register your interest in the first instance by sending your CV and a covering letter, outlining why you would like to take up this role, when you are available to volunteer and what relevant experience you have.

Please send e-mails to education@paigntonzoo.org.uk If registering your interest by e-mail you MUST include EDU01 in the subject heading.

You can also register you interest by post, addressed to:
Gill Snell
Education Officer
Education Department,
Paignton Zoo,
Totnes Road,
Paignton TQ4 7EU

Tel: 0844 474 2224

Those wishing to register their interest in the Education Intern volunteer role can do so throughout the year by following the information above.

The Education Intern volunteer role is a voluntary role and as such Paignton Zoo cannot provide any financial support or expenses to those accepted for this volunteer role. However full training will be provided and a reference will be given at the end of the placement.
Mission Statement
Paignton Zoo Environmental Park is an education, scientific and conservation charity dedicated to protecting our global wildlife heritage and inspiring in people a respect for animals, plants and the environment.
Aim of Volunteering Role
  • To gain experience and understanding of the work of a Zoo education department.
  • To communicate “value added” information about Paignton Zoo to the public and to contribute to people’s enjoyment of their visit to the Zoo.
  • To raise awareness of important environmental issues.
  • To apply own personal skills and take ownership of a series of tasks or a project.
  • To reflect on the training and experiences gained throughout the placement.
  • To assist with the delivery of EAZA campaign activities.
  • To raise awareness of the conservation issues relating to the EAZA campaign and help raise funds for conservation.
Tasks:
  • Provide a sense of welcome to visitors and help make their visit a safe and enjoyable experience.
  • Motivate people of all ages to respect and care for the environment through a programme of talks, face to face encounters and structured public activities. These may include games, craft activities or specimen handling.
  • Devise fun activities and create supporting resources that encourage people to engage with conservation.
  • Encourage visitors to take part in activities and support them so that they get the most out of them.
  • Inform visitors of the opportunities available to contribute money to the EAZA Campaign.
  • Be available to answers questions about the Zoo and to promote the Zoo’s educational role, conservation work and activities.
  • Undertake training and keep informed of key issues and information.
  • Judge the effectiveness of activities in contributing to the visitor experience and to modify them to best meet audience needs.
  • Aid the interpretation of exhibits within the Zoo through face to face engagement with visitors.
  • Assist with Zoo Education Department’s special projects e.g. The Big Bang, National Science & Engineering Week, Nigeria Conservation Week, and Zoo Vet Apprentice/Veterinary Footsteps
  • To help support the Zoo’s Event Team volunteers (14-18 year olds), many of whom are carrying out their Duke of Edinburgh Awards.
  • Assist with the Zoo’s Junior Members Club, including visits to other sites.
  • Conduct visitor studies and surveys, evaluate these and compile reports.
  • Keep a personal record of all activities and numbers of participants throughout the duration of the Internship.
  • Assist with general Education Department duties, volunteering as part of a team.
  • Liaise closely with Education staff and other Zoo Volunteers and attend team meetings.
  • Contribute to Paignton Zoo’s library of video and photographic images.
Time
Most Education Intern volunteers offer two days per week and generally start their day at 10am when the Zoo opens. Finish time depends on individual travel requirements and work commitments elsewhere, but is usually around 4pm. Education Intern volunteers are required 7 days per week, based around the busiest times in the Zoo.
Place of Duty:
A lot of volunteering after the initial training and planning period will be based around the Zoo, talking to people. There will be a lot of outdoor tasks associated with this role as the Zoo is a large site.
Mentor
Education Officers
Transport
None provided
Skills required
Good communication, presentation and organisational skills.
Creativity for designing engaging activities.
Confidence, tact and assertiveness are a must as you may be approaching strangers or giving a talk to a larger group.
Willingness to engage with people.
General knowledge of wildlife supported by an interest in conservation and zoos, and the motivation to learn more.
Ability to relate to a wide age and ability range including special needs.
Good IT and record keeping skills.
Materials required:
Information pack supplied.
Please wear comfortable shoes; you will be provided with a polo shirt and sweatshirt with a small deposit of £5.00 required at your induction.
A dress code applies to all Education staff and volunteers which includes only skirts or trousers in black, dark grey or dark blue. Denim is not allowed.
Health and Safety Requirements
Must sign to say you have read fire and escaped animal procedure and any relevant risk assessments.

Please note that all volunteers for this role must be age 18 years or over
Contact details: volunteering@paigntonzoo.org.uk or education@paigntonzoo.org.uk
Tel: 0844 474 2222 or 0844 474 2224



 
 
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Saturday, August 18, 2012

Wildlife Veterinary Advisor - Teuk Chhou Wildlife Education Park


Job Description
Teuk Chhou Wildlife Education Park

Wildlife Veterinary Advisor


Reporting To: Dr. Wayne McCallum (Footprints Organization, Director) and Bunthim Malivot (Park Manager).

Work band: Volunteer

Term: The initial term of this position will be for four months, but will be open to extension subject to mutual agreement and the availability of funds. 

Location: The position is based at Teuk Chhou, 15 minutes by vehicle from the town of Kampot, in southwest Cambodia. The volunteer is expected to spend the bulk of their time working at the Teuk Chhou Wildlife Education Park.

Working hours: 8:30 to 11:30 pm - 1:30 to 5:00 pm

Scope of Position: The Wildlife Veterinary Advisor position will be responsible for:

1.      Necessary mandatory protocols, such as vaccinations, worming procedures etc and attendance to any illnesses.

2.      Mentoring and support of a Khmer qualified veterinary graduate, so that they are eventually able to perform all veterinarian tasks at Teuk Chhou.

3.      Support the wildlife education park team with other activities as requested by either the Director or Park manager.

Experience: Experience in veterinarian care, including wild animal treatment in zoo situations. Confidence and knowledge in the provision of medicines and treatment of animals is a mandatory requirement.

Professional Qualifications: Qualifications in veterinarian science.

Other Skills: Experience in fund raising and educational interpretation is desirable.  

Personal: The successful applicant will need to be someone who can easily crossover between the Khmer and western worlds, while also being able to work as part of a team, to provide direction to his/her follow team members.

The applicant will also need to be someone who can talk with passion and commitment about the project, enthusing others with its vision and a desire to support it.  

Language Proficiency: English as a first language, or fluent written and spoken English as a second language. Ability to speak Khmer is highly desirable or an ability to learn. 

Remuneration: This is a volunteer position, however we would like to be able to offer support for daily living costs, therefore $200 per month will be provided.

Budgets: There is no dedicated budget associated with the position. The volunteer will be asked to develop budgets for all activities that he or she wishes to undertake. These will need to be approved by the Park Manager and Director before expenditure is possible.

Reporting: The Advisor will need to complete a monthly report on their activities. All expenditure will need to be summarized on to a spreadsheet and supported by receipts.

Other: The volunteer will be required to organize their own visa and to have medical insurance coverage over the terms of their volunteer period. Proof of both will be required before the position is commenced.



Dr. Wayne McCallum
Director
Footprints Organization
Please contact Wayne McCallum at wayne@songsa.com for further details




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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Volunteer Position in the wilderness of the Okavango Delta, Botswana




Volunteer Position in the wilderness of the Okavango Delta, Botswana

Position Title: Volunteer Interpreter
Short Description: Elephant Interpretation/ hosting of guests and general camp duties.
Detailed Description:
THE ELEPHANTS
We have 3 African Elephants; Jabu, a 25 year old bull; Thembi, a 25 year old cow; and Morula, a 34 year old cow. Jabu and Thembi (female) have been with us for 24 years and we have had Morula for about 18 years. They are all fairly easy going. Jabu is big for his age, about 11 feet at the shoulder and extremely well natured. Thembi is very smart and needs consistent, competent handling. Morula is generally very relaxed. We currently have just 1 local handler, who we trained, assisting us. We manage the trio on a supervised free-range basis, which means handlers accompany them as they forage in the bush during the day. We guide, monitor, follow, call and direct them in their natural environment. At night they come back to an enclosure.
WHAT WE DO
We have two organizations.
1) Grey Matters is a business enterprise which is responsible for the daily upkeep of our elephants through high end tourism. We work in conjunction with Abercrombie & Kent/ Sanctuary Retreats Botswana, a worldwide travel company. Guests stay in one of two lodges in the area and spend the morning with us participating in an interactive educational elephant experience. The elephant trio are the main attraction to the lodges.
2) Living With Elephants is a very small NGO. Its main project is an educational one which brings local children to our camp for two days. LWE's overall mission is to encourage harmonious relationships between people and elephants. LWE is also charged with securing the long term future of the elephant trio.
THE ELEPHANT ACTIVITY
"The "elephant activity" is an interactive educational experience that takes place in the wilderness of the Okavango Delta with our three African elephants. During this activity, international guests from two eco-tourism safari camps observe, learn and interact with our elephant trio. The successful candidate needs good communication skills so as to be able to interpret elephant biology, conservation, behavior, and natural history to guests. Duties include hosting, chatting to and entertaining guests on the activity and safely guiding, directing them around the elephants, helping with service at the picnic including hosting and entertaining and clearing the table. The elephant activity is about 4 hours in duration and is conducted an average of 5 days a week.
OUR LOCATION
Our camp is based in the southern part of the world famous Okavango Delta, in a Community Based Natural Resource Management Area called Ng 32. Our camp is 2.5 - 3 hours drive from Maun or 10 minutes by air. The scenery of this area is typical of the Okavango Delta, one of our planets most pristine and beautiful natural wilderness areas, and it is rich in spectacular flora and fauna.
LIFESTYLE
The successful candidate would be working and living very closely with ourselves in a beautiful and isolated area and an ability to self entertain and a fairly easy going disposition are essential in this unusual living and working environment.
Current camp facilities are basic. We have limited electrical power, generated by a small solar system from which we run lights, laptops and charge various batteries. We have a communal outdoor shower with wood heated water, long drop toilets and cook on gas in an open sided kitchen area. Accommodation is in the form of a large (3m x 5m) tent with comfortable bedding and equipment. We have a fairly large library that the successful candidate would be free to tap into! The camp has limited internet connection but no telephone service except a satellite phone for emergencies. You would need a laptop to access it.
There is no access to shops while in camp and goods come in once a week by plane on the weekly fresh and freight run, so as far as possible personal items need to be brought with to camp.
Local staff in camp are not allowed alcohol (this is std in the camps in the delta) so we don’t keep a lot of liquor in camp and don’t drink very frequently.
Responsibilities:
a) Hosting and interpretation of the elephant experience will involve looking out for guest safety and comfort, imparting lots of quality information, helping with photography, liaising between directors, handlers, guests and guides, directing guests (polite herding), ushering, getting drinks, clearing table, moving program along and keeping group focus
b) Assistance will also be required with the following camp duties: washing dishes, cooking food, chopping veges, cleaning elephant boma, picking up manure and branches, collecting fodder, cleaning fridge, placing and receiving orders, keeping records, lighting fire for heating shower water, washing laundry, organizing and cleaning cupboards and storage container.
Reimbursement:
We would provide:
1) tented accommodation in camp
2) food and beverage in camp.

Contact Information

Name: Doug and Sandi Groves
Title: Directors
Organization: Grey Matters
Address: P.O. Box 66, Maun, Botswana
Phone: ++ 267 75502128
Please see below for further background material!
1. GM Profile and Background
Grey Matters was formed in 1994 as a commercial operation to provide tourists to Botswana with the Elephant Experience, and the opportunity to meet, interact, observe and learn about elephants in their natural habitat.
The owners of GM, Doug and Sandi Groves met and fell in love in 1990 in Natal, South Africa when Doug was training and caring for orphaned elephants and other animals in a wildlife reserve and Sandi was a graduate zoology student. Doug started his carrier in 1972 in the USA where he had gained much experience working with elephants in zoos and safari parks in Oregon, Washington, California and elsewhere. He has worked under some of the masters in the metier. His experience is broad, encompassing young and mature, male and female, African and Asian elephants. He came to South Africa in 1987 on a ship with a number of Africa elephants as the expert elephant trainer to film “Circles In The Forest’’ filmed in Knysna, South Africa . Doug decided to stay in Africa and make a future with elephants.
Doug and Sandi adopted the two insecure orphaned elephant calves, Jabu and Thembi, from the Karkloof Falls Nature Reserve and moved to northwestern South Africa where they launched various commercial endeavours with their elephants including further filming and advertising. The little bull, Jabu (short for the Zulu word for “happiness”) and his female friend, Thembi, had been orphaned during culling operations in the Kruger National Park. In 1994 Doug and Sandi also rescued a 17 year old elephant cow, now named Morula, who was otherwise going to be destroyed. With Doug and Sandi, all three elephants found much kindness, love, security, and leadership, and have developed into remarkably contented and well adjusted family members, now fully grown and very impressive and experienced elephant ambassadors. Over the years Doug and Sandi have developed, blended and honed a unique and soft but disciplined approach with their elephants resulting in well balanced happy elephants.
In 1994 GM were invited to set up an elephant tourism project in Botswana and so they relocated there. When that operation was disbanded after a few years, GM relocated to the East side of the Delta and subsequently reached an agreement with Abercrombie and Kent to provide their unique Elephant Experience to visitors to A & K’s Sanctuary Retreats lodges: Stanley’s and subsequently Baines. This agreement dates back to 2000 and remains in place.
It is noteworthy that in addition to their commercial operations, Doug and Sandi have a not-for-profit foundation called Living with Elephants. LWE is dedicated to relieving conflict and competition between the African Elephant and human populations in Botswana. They do this primarily by harnessing the emotive power of their elephant trio in educational programs which encourage a harmonious relationship between elephants and people sharing range. Doug and Sandi provide local communities and groups of school children with the Elephant Experience free of charge and accommodate and facilitate others engaged in this endeavour. See www.livingwithelephants.org for more details.
2. Current Modus Operandi
GM have their own separate, self-contained camp a few kilometres from Stanley’s Lodge. The camp is simple. There is a small staff of assistant elephant handlers and labourers accommodated in their staff camp. The elephants are confined to an enclosure at night where they receive extra feed and mopane browse.
During the day, the elephants are taken into the bush to feed, mud-bathe, and otherwise enjoy being elephants. They roam freely accompanied by the handlers who guide and control them with voice commands. When necessary, handlers ride on the elephants to cross water, avoid buffalo etc. The elephants are usually brought back to the camp to give the handlers a break for lunch.
A photographic safari partner markets the Elephant Experience worldwide. Visitors usually book the Elephant Experience in advance but can also book in the lodges - depending on availability. After breakfast, groups of up to 10 guests are taken by vehicle into the bush to meet up with Doug, Sandi and the elephants. After initial safety instructions, Doug teaches the guests about elephants in general and the trio in particular. Guests are given the opportunity to meet and interact with the elephants under Doug and Sandi’s careful supervision. They get to touch them and observe details close up. A leisurely walk through the bush alongside the elephants follows with opportunities to see other wild game, and for Doug to share anecdotes and his knowledge of the environment and elephants. A licensed armed guide accompanies the walk in case of emergencies. Photo opportunities are given along the way to the picnic site adjacent to a lagoon. The lodge has prepared the table under the trees and an excellent meal and drinks are served with the foraging elephants present. After lunch and further interactions with the elephants, the guests are collected by vehicle and taken back to the lodge.
The elephants require care, watering, feeding excursions, behaviour reinforcing, and much attention every day of the year. Very occasionally veterinary attention is required. Doug manages all this. Sandi is also a very experienced and competent elephant handler/ trainer with 20 years of experience.
GM have developed a winning formula in the provision of an inspirational tourist experience. International and local visitors (including 250 local school children a year) often reflect that the experience shared with them is life-changing and the best thing they have ever done. Many are so moved that tears are common. The experience of walking through the real wilds of Africa with free elephants is unforgettable especially with the emphasis placed on reverence, celebration, connecting with, learning about, understanding and a general passion for elephants. GM have over 20 years experience providing the above mentioned experience to people.
Grey Matters is proud of its impeccable safety record regarding both the humans and the elephants involved in its program and are pleased to be able offer their elephants an excellent quality of life with large amounts of relative freedom. GM value their inter-species relationship, which is based

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