Field Coordinator; Management and Ecology of Malaysian Elephants (MEME)

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We are seeking suitable candidates to apply for the Field Coordinator (internally known as Research Associate) position to work in Management and Ecology of Malaysian Elephants (MEME) project. This is a temporary position for a duration of 10 months.

Job Responsibilities:

• To coordinate field activities i.e. elephant tracking, field recce, camera trap servicing, elephant collaring expeditions etc with relevant authorities and parties, students and researchers.
• To carry out camera trapping and bioacoustics data collection and research at project sites.
• To assist in managing MEME field houses and field equipment together with Field Assistants.
• To work together with the Principal Investigator, co-investigators, Project Manager and consultants on field research, data collection, monitoring, and training for human elephant conflict mitigation measures within selected community.
• To liaise with researchers, students and other project partners to carry out surveys, data collection and observatory notes in the field.
• To attend meetings on behalf of PI and project team in relation to field projects as and when needed.
• To assist in producing relevant documentation (project reports, outreach material, resource materials).
• To manage and maintain the various assets, databases and reference materials systematically.
• To assist and lend a helping hand to other team members to support the goals of the research project, as and when necessary.

Job Requirements:

• Preferably Bachelor/Masters in Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Conservation Science/ GIS or possess any related experience working in the field to tackle environment conservation issues in Malaysia
• Have a pleasant disposition and willing to be posted at the field site for extended period.
• Occasionally travel to various other states for work purposes, meetings and trainings.
• At least 2 years of working experience in the field for research. Knowledge on camera trapping is an added advantage.
• Experience in organising activities or events is an added advantage.
• Experience in using statistical softwares i.e. R, ArcGIS is an added advantage.
• Able to work under pressure and a good team player.
• Fluent in spoken and written English. Ability to write and speak in Malay and other languages is an added advantage.
• Possess valid driving license, ability to drive manual 4WD vehicles is an added advantage.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email to Recruitment by 19 January 2025.