March 21, 2006
Reef Check Australia Volunteer Internship Position
Volunteers needed in Australia (CORAL-List 21 March 2006):
Reef Check Australia is looking for some motivated and independent people to assist with the coordination of the 2006 and 2007 survey season for our Great Barrier Reef Project. If you want to gain experience in coral reef monitoring and team management this is an outstanding opportunity!Position 1: Project Officer. May-November 2006
Position 2: Project Officer. January-June 2007Project Officer
The Project Officer position will involve the planning, coordination and leadership of Reef Check research teams to survey up to 30 sites on the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Sea. You will also be responsible for data management, analysis and the creation of a scientific report. Additional responsibilities subject to interest include helping to design a school education program, fundraising event coordination and grant writing.Reef Check Australia has 30 trained volunteers and works with 15 dive operators on the Great Barrier Reef Project. Good communication, motivation, delegation and social skills are therefore essential. Minimum Rescue Diver required, however an insured instructor is preferred.
The position is entirely volunteer. However, we can provide applicants with some support in applying to other foundations/agencies for funds to support yourself during your stay in Australia.
Required skills and qualifications: * Tertiary qualification in marine biology * Rescue diver with a minimum of 50 logged dives * Current first aid, CPR and oxygen provider qualifications * Proven experience with team leadership and coordination of projects * Good communication skills, both verbal and written * Ability to take initiative and work independentlyDesired skills and qualifications:
* Divemaster or Instructor with full insurance
* Experience with coral reef monitoringWhy Work for Reef Check Australia?
* Part of the United Nation?s official International coral reef
monitoring program
* Strong scientific reputation
* Work with likeminded people at the cutting edge of coral reef conservationBenefits to you include the opportunity to:
* Enhance your research skills
* Enhance team management skills
* Enhance project coordination skills
* Contribute to Australia?s long-term data set
* Take part in the most comprehensive Reef Check Training program in the world
* Work with like-minded professionals and volunteers at one of the world?s leading centres of tropical marine science
* Log up to 100 dives at some of Australia's most spectacular coral reefs
* Potential for ongoing opportunities with Reef CheckApplicants should email their resume to Jos Hill
Jos Hill
Executive Director
Reef Check Australia
PO Box 404
Townsville
QLD 4810General enquiries: Support at reefcheckaustralia.org
Tel: +61 (0)7 4724 3950
Mob: +61 (0) 415 446 646
Posted by Dida at March 21, 2006 10:53 AM
