We seek to understand how production landscapes can be most effectively managed to enhance the delivery of multiple ecosystem services. Contrasting options to achieve this goal are referred to as land sharing and land sparing, which represent endpoints of a continuum of land management strategies. As part of a recently awarded Australian Research Council Discovery Project, our aim is to undertake a rigorous assessment of the environmental and economic implications of land management strategies across three continents.
This PhD project will develop and apply new decision-support technology to evaluate land management strategies over whole landscapes for multiple ecosystem services. The project could potentially involve a range of techniques including landscape modelling, land use optimisation, scenario analysis, generation of data on ecosystem service benefits, regional climate modelling, and elicitation of information from experts. There is flexibility in relation to the ecosystem services and techniques that the successful PhD candidate will focus on, with options ranging from food production, biodiversity, energy, water, carbon sequestration, to regional climate regulation, amongst others. The successful candidate will focus on the intensive agricultural zone of continental Australia, with particular focus on the Brigalow Belt bioregion of Queensland. There will also be opportunities to be involved in projects undertaken in Central Kalimantan and British Columbia.
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with first-class Honours, Master of Science or MPhil with significant research components. Candidates from diverse disciplines are welcome to apply. Successful applicants will have a demonstrated capacity and aptitude for conducting research and it is desirable that they possess or seek to obtain skills in ecological and economic modelling, and spatial and statistical analysis. The candidate will work jointly with scientists across multiple disciplines (including biodiversity conservation, geography, environmental science and environmental economics) at The University of Queensland, CSIRO and University of British Columbia. The supervisory team will include: Assoc. Prof. Kerrie Wilson (UQ), Prof. Clive McAlpine (UQ), Elizabeth Law (UQ/UBC), and Dr Brett Bryan (CSIRO). Resources are available to support the PhD research as part of the broader project.
Prospective applicants should also apply or be the recipient of an APA (or equivalent) scholarship. Interested students should provide a professional CV and a short letter of interest to Assoc. Prof. Kerrie Wilson (k.wilson2@uq.edu.au).
Contact Information:
Interested students should provide a professional CV and a short letter of interest to Assoc. Prof. Kerrie Wilson (k.wilson2@uq.edu.au).
lunes, 23 de febrero de 2015
Research Coordinator—Cheetah Conservation- Botswana
Research Coordinator—Cheetah ConservationCheetah Conservation Botswana (CCB) is now accepting applications for the position of Research Coordinator, based in our Field Camp located 22 km from Ghanzi Town. CCB’s mission is to assure a future for healthy, free-ranging populations of cheetah, in coexistence with rural communities, as an integral and sustainable element of Botswana ecosystems. To achieve this, we operate in three programmatic areas: research, community outreach, and education. We undertake research into cheetah ecology, especially in the farmlands where most of Botswana’s cheetahs are found, to understand how and where they live, move, and interact with wild prey, domestic stock, and humans. We emphasize community outreach, promoting coexistence with predators by bringing livestock husbandry and management techniques to farmers of all types – from subsistence level to commercial level – that will help them avoid or minimize conflict with cheetah and other predators. And we work to educate people as to the importance of cheetah to the ecology and economy of Botswana, and the importance of Botswana to the future security of cheetah as a species.
Duties Include
• In consultation with the Managing Director, set the strategic direction & objectives for the Research Department
• Design, manage, and conduct research projects with achievable objectives and strong study design, data analysis plan, and budgeting.
• Supervise, manage, and mentor research staff and volunteers.
• Maintain databases (telemetry, spoor, prey, vegetation, etc.).
• Write relevant research reports & scientific papers.
• Source scientific research fellows and coordinate fellowship program.
• Oversee maintenance of research equipment, including vehicles.
• Assist with proposal writing & fundraising as required.
• Plan & manage cheetah capture/ collaring events in support of research or translocation objectives; provide necessary care for temporarily held or rehabilitation animals.
• Liaise with local farmers, international donors, supporters, and other visitors.
• Update informational materials including booklets, leaflets, hand outs, presentations, etc.
• Oversee & manage the day-to-day operations of the Field Camp, including the operation & maintenance of camp infrastructure (buildings, borehole & water supply, solar system & electricity supply).
• Maintain records of expenditures and financial requirements (for projects & for camp operations).
• Assist with other CCB program requirements, including community outreach and education, as needed.
• Compile weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports of planned and completed activities.
Requirements
• MS or PhD in conservation biology, ecology, or related field.
• Strong scientific research and analysis skills; minimum of 5 years field research experience.
• Strong proposal writing skills.
• Excellent scientific writing (English) ability; a record of scientific publication is desirable.
• Good understanding & experience working with human-wildlife conflict, especially regarding predation on livestock.
• Experience with project budgeting & financial management.
• Adept with the MicroSoft Office suite of applications.
• Strong statistical analysis abilities & experience.
• Good GIS skills are highly desirable.
• Motivated & hard working; able to work independently from management.
• Extended experience living & working in Africa is highly desirable, particularly in the wildlife research/ conservation arena.
• Adaptable to very basic, “rustic” living arrangements in a semi-remote African bush camp.
• Able to live cooperatively & harmoniously with a close-knit group of staff in the bush camp setting.
• Able to commit to a minimum two-year appointment.
Compensation
• Salary range: Dependant on skills and experience. Around BWP 8,000 to 9,000 per month.
• 20 days off per year.
• Public paid and unpaid holidays off.
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) for overtime.
• 50% contribution to national medical aid program.
• Basic accommodation in the Field Camp (small private cabin; kitchen & ablutions shared with staff).
To Apply:
Closing date: 1 April 2015.
Target starting date: early June 2015.
Please send your detailed CV/ resumé and a statement of interest/ motivation to:
GhanziCamp@CheetahBotswana.com
Or mail to:
Cheetah Conservation Botswana, Kgale Siding Office Park, Private Bag BO 284, Bontleng Post Office, Gaborone.
Volunteer Coordinator Assistant positions available for ICAPO’s hawksbill turtle projects in Nicaragua & El Salvador
Volunteer Coordinator Assistant positions available for ICAPO’s hawksbill turtle projects in Nicaragua & El Salvador
Available for one whole period of three months, for one of the following periods:
o April 15th – July 20th, 2015
o July 15th – October 15th, 2015
Location
The Eastern Pacific Hawksbill Initiative (ICAPO) is conducting hawksbill sea turtle conservation volunteering programs at two sites on the Pacific coast of Central America:
• Estero Padre Ramos Natural Reserve, Chinandega, Nicaragua
• Bahia Jiquilisco Biosphere Reserve, Usulatan, El Salvador
Background Information
Only a few years ago, most researchers thought hawksbills had been extirpated in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Groundbreaking discoveries and new projects initiated by ICAPO and its partners have changed the conservation outlook for this imperiled population and provided hope for recovery. Still, hawksbill turtles in the eastern Pacific are considered one of the world’s most endangered sea turtle populations. Protection of the species in the region is among the world's most pressing sea turtle conservation issues; only a few hundred female hawksbills are estimated to nest along the entire region’s coastline. The low nesting numbers suggest that the species is unlikely to survive without coordinated conservation actions to protect eggs, increase hatchling production, generate biological information and protect key marine habitats. Working together we aim to bring the perilous eastern Pacific hawksbill back from the brink of extinction.
Due to the importance of Bahia Jiquilisco (El Salvador) and Estero Padre Ramos (Nicaragua), which hosts over 90% of the entire nesting population in the eastern Pacific, we focus conservation efforts at these sites. We work with local community groups and national non-profit conservation organizations to carryout conservation activities. ICAPO’s hawksbill monitoring and conservation program has been running at these two sites since 2008 and 2010, respectively. Our research and conservation efforts are focused on critically endangered hawksbill turtles in the eastern Pacific, which is one of the most endangered sea turtle populations on the planet. Over 90% of hawksbill turtle nesting in the entire eastern Pacific occurs at our program sites, thus we offer a unique volunteering opportunity.
There are four Volunteer Coordinator Assistants (VCAs) positions available to help manage ICAPO’s volunteer program and community development efforts in El Salvador or in Nicaragua.
Duties
The responsibilities of VCAs vary from slightly between the sites, but they generally entail coordinating the work of project volunteers, facilitating their involvement in the community, and serving as the vital link between local program staff/collaborators and volunteers.
VCAs should thus facilitate functional work between locals and foreign volunteers in terms of language.
Furthermore, VCAs will coordinate with locals project staff to elaborate volunteer participation in night patrols to identify, measure and tag all adult turtles, relocate nests into hatcheries or mark them in situ, conduct daily early morning boat patrols to count turtle tracks and check status of in situ nests, monitor hatcheries around the clock, release hatchlings and conduct post hatching nest excavations. When there are no volunteers in the camp, VCAs are expected to participate in the field work.
Besides sea turtle duties, other responsibilities of the VCAs will include administering food supplies. VCAs must also maintain a friendly relationship with members from local communities, as social aspects are crucial to the success of the projects. Not surprising, a high degree of independence, responsibility and commitment is expected from VCAs.
All project activities are conducted using the help of volunteers (who pay a fee to participate), which can vary in number. VCAs are expected to orient and train volunteers upon their arrival at our turtle camp and to motivate them for the period they are participating in the project.
It is important for VCAs to be aware of the fact that there may be periods of extended isolation and time in the field required by these projects, which can have adverse effects on personal moods and behaviors. Attitudes are very contagious in the project settings, thus it is crucial for VCAs to be an example by staying motivated and maintaining a positive attitude at all times, thus helping other team members to do the same.
Requirements
Preference will be given to potential applicants that meet the following requirements:
• Solid ability in both Spanish and English.
• Previous experience leading groups of volunteers
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Independent, reliable and responsible.
• Motivated, positive and adaptable to unexpected situations.
• Ability to undertake physical labor during night and day in heat and rain.
• Comfortable in an isolated setting and working in a team setting.
• Previous experience working in the outdoors (especially with sea turtles).
• Available for one whole period of three months.
Benefits/Costs
ICAPO will cover food and lodging expenses of VCA’s during their time with the project sites. However, VCAs are expected to finance all travel to and from the project sites.
Additional Contact Information
To apply send an email including:
1. Letter of motivation, indicating:
a. Time frame(s) you are applying for
b. Why you are interested in the position
c. Your personal strong points
2. CV/Resume
To: Tourism Conservation Program Director
ICAPO-FFI Alliance
Email: volunteers@hawksbill.org
Web: www.hawksbill.org
UNDP. Especialista en Inventario Nacional de Emisiones de Gases de Efecto Invernadero
.Especialista en Inventario Nacional de Emisiones de Gases de Efecto Invernadero
00079208 Fortalecimiento del proceso de preparación para REDD+ en México y fomento a la Cooperación Sur-Sur
06/03/2015
rh.mexico@undp.org
Convocatoría completa
Becas para estudios en Rumania
Licenciatura, maestría y doctorado
Asignación mensual para cubrir los gastos de hospedaje y alimentación.
En caso de que haya habitaciones disponibles, los becarios serán hospedados gratuitamente en dormitorios oficiales de la universidad.
En caso de que las autoridades rumanas lo consideren necesario, se otorgará un curso de aprendizaje del idioma rumano con una duración de un año, previo al inicio de los estudios elegidos.
Convocatoría completa
Asignación mensual para cubrir los gastos de hospedaje y alimentación.
En caso de que haya habitaciones disponibles, los becarios serán hospedados gratuitamente en dormitorios oficiales de la universidad.
En caso de que las autoridades rumanas lo consideren necesario, se otorgará un curso de aprendizaje del idioma rumano con una duración de un año, previo al inicio de los estudios elegidos.
Convocatoría completa
Beca Doctoral Carpintero canela y otras aves asociadas- Argentina
Candidato para presentarse en la convocatoria a beca Tipo 1 de CONICET para iniciar tesis doctoral en el año 2015. Proyecto: "Identificación de requisitos ecológicos del carpintero cara canela (Dryocopus galeatus) y otras aves asociadas con selva madura para contribuir a la restauración ecológica de la Selva Atlántica en Misiones". Se trata de un estudio con radio-telemetría en los departamentos San Pedro y Guaraní, Misiones, durante 5 meses por año. El proyecto está en camino desde el 2012 y está basado en el Laboratorio de Ornitología del CICyTTP-CONICET en Diamante, Entre Ríos. Interesados contactar a Martjan Lammertink. Más información sobre el proyecto.
Marine Science Camp Counselor- California, EUA
Marine Science Institute is a non-profit environmental education organization. Our hands-on programs excite and enlighten students about marine science. We seek qualified Marine Camp Counselors who are excited about education, marine science and conservation, for ten weeks of summer sessions. MSI is located in Redwood City, CA on the San Francisco Bay.
This is a seasonal, full-time position from June 3, 2015—August 14, 2015
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8 – 10 hours a day.
Position Responsibilities:
Under supervision of the Instructional Staff, Counselors will:
> Help lead activities, games, arts and crafts, and songs.
> Aid in providing an understanding of marine topics.
> Assist Instructors in the overall supervision of campers.
> Chaperone field-trips.
> Set-up and break down activities.
> Keep inventory of supplies up to date.
> Organize and supervise extended care activities at MSI.
Qualifications:
> Possess current CPR and First Aid certification.
> Currently attending, or accepted to a 4-year college
> Reliable transportation.
> Enthusiasm, self-motivation, and leadership skills.
> Enjoy working with children.
> Willingness to get wet and muddy in the field.
> Second language skills (especially Spanish) are desired.
> Camp experience helpful
Contact Information:
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume and employment application form (from our website) with two references to:
Marine Science Institute
Attn: Felicia Van Stolk
500 Discovery Parkway
Redwood City, CA 94063
or
felicia@sfbaymsi.org
http://sfbaymsi.org/aboutus/Jobs.html
Field Work- Parque Nacional Sierra de San Pedro Martir in Baja, Mexico
The Restoration Ecology Lab at University of Montana’s College of Forestry and Conservation is seeking three forestry field technicians to assist with an assessment of post-fire vegetation recovery and dry forest ecosystem resilience to wildfire. Field work will primarily take place in the Parque Nacional Sierra de San Pedro Martir in Baja, Mexico (SSPM). Travel to SSPM and field sites will be provided. In addition to measuring vegetation characteristics, crew members will learn methods for validating remotely sensed imagery (LiDAR), a highly desirable skill for land managers and conservation scientists.
Responsibilities
• Collecting detailed vegetation data, including measuring forest fuels, surveying trees and regeneration, and estimating abundance of understory plants and substrates.
• Traveling to, camping, and working for 8-day sessions (followed by six days off) in a remote national park on the Baja peninsula of Mexico.
• Spending extensive periods in remote locations without regular access to facilities (e.g., showers) or communications (e.g., cell phone and internet).
• Hiking and collecting data for long hours in rugged terrain and potentially adverse weather conditions.
Qualifications
• Have or be working towards a degree in forestry, botany, ecology, or related field.
• Have experience collecting vegetation data.
• Be physically and mentally fit for camping, hiking, and working in all kinds of weather in a remote region.
• Be a team player, agreeable, and able to get along with people.
• Demonstrate a dedication to accurate and consistent data collection, and have effective problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and passport.
• For two of the three open positions, preference will be given to individuals who are fluent in Spanish.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience navigating backcountry roads and driving 4WD vehicles.
Salary: $13 - $15/hour, depending on experience
Dates: Field work will begin in late May or early June and continue through August 2014.
Contact Information:
Application Materials: Please combine into a single PDF: 1) a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest, 2) a resume or CV, and 3) email addresses and phone numbers for three references who can speak to your relevant experience and character. Please email these materials to haley.wiggins@umontana.edu. Application review will begin on March 1st and continue until all positions are filled.
For more information, please contact Haley Wiggins at (206)-799-6252 or haley.wiggins@umontana.edu
Responsibilities
• Collecting detailed vegetation data, including measuring forest fuels, surveying trees and regeneration, and estimating abundance of understory plants and substrates.
• Traveling to, camping, and working for 8-day sessions (followed by six days off) in a remote national park on the Baja peninsula of Mexico.
• Spending extensive periods in remote locations without regular access to facilities (e.g., showers) or communications (e.g., cell phone and internet).
• Hiking and collecting data for long hours in rugged terrain and potentially adverse weather conditions.
Qualifications
• Have or be working towards a degree in forestry, botany, ecology, or related field.
• Have experience collecting vegetation data.
• Be physically and mentally fit for camping, hiking, and working in all kinds of weather in a remote region.
• Be a team player, agreeable, and able to get along with people.
• Demonstrate a dedication to accurate and consistent data collection, and have effective problem-solving skills and a strong work ethic.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and passport.
• For two of the three open positions, preference will be given to individuals who are fluent in Spanish.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience navigating backcountry roads and driving 4WD vehicles.
Salary: $13 - $15/hour, depending on experience
Dates: Field work will begin in late May or early June and continue through August 2014.
Contact Information:
Application Materials: Please combine into a single PDF: 1) a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest, 2) a resume or CV, and 3) email addresses and phone numbers for three references who can speak to your relevant experience and character. Please email these materials to haley.wiggins@umontana.edu. Application review will begin on March 1st and continue until all positions are filled.
For more information, please contact Haley Wiggins at (206)-799-6252 or haley.wiggins@umontana.edu
Concurso de guiones para realizarse en cineminuto sobre el Disfrute Responsable del Agua
Objetivo: Crear conciencia sobre el uso y manejo responsable del agua en la
comunidad universitaria de los planteles de la Escuela Nacional
Preparatoria 5, 6 y 7, así como del Colegio de Ciencias y Humanidades Azcapotzalco, Sur y Vallejo, a través del cine.
Bases de la convocatoría.
comunidad universitaria de los planteles de la Escuela Nacional
Preparatoria 5, 6 y 7, así como del Colegio de Ciencias y Humanidades Azcapotzalco, Sur y Vallejo, a través del cine.
Bases de la convocatoría.
Doctorado- Finlandia
Estudios de doctorado y estancias de investigación a nivel doctoral.
Asignación mensual para cubrir los gastos de hospedaje y alimentación.
Convocatoria
Asignación mensual para cubrir los gastos de hospedaje y alimentación.
Convocatoria
Doctorado- Argentina
Candidato para presentación a Beca
de Doctorado de CONICET con lugar de trabajo en CADIC (Ushuaia). Temas
posibles: Ecología de aves del bosque a nivel de paisaje en Tierra del
Fuego, impacto sobre estas comunidades de diferentes prácticas
silvícolas en el bosque nativo, así como el cambio climático y las
variaciones en la producción primaria neta. Desde 1998 se han realizado
estudios poblacionales de esta comunidad, incluyendo censos y capturas
con redes de niebla. Se ofrece la actual base de datos y continuar con
la línea de investigación. Interesados enviar CV y carta de interés por
email (asunto “Beca Aves”), explicando motivaciones y experiencias
previas relevantes al Dr. Christopher Anderson.
Coordinador de proyecto y experto senior en finanzas- Economía Ambiental.
Economía Ambiental.
Coordinador de proyecto y experto senior en finanzas
Finanzas para la Biodiversidad
27/02/2015
rh.mexico@undp.org
Convocatoría completa.
Carnivore Field Research Assistant - Malawi.
Conservation Research Africa (CRA) is a charity in England and Wales that conducts and supports applied research to inform conservation and wildlife management in Africa. Based in Malawi, CRAs flagship project is Carnivore Research Malawi (CRM), previously Wild Dog Conservation Malawi which conducts applied research, conservation and education to conserve hyaena, wild dog and other carnivores in Malawi.
We offer the opportunity for people with a passion for wildlife and wildlife research to volunteer their time to assist us in achieving our aims. We need as much help as we can get to make a difference for carnivores and their habitats in Africa, we are a small team with a big task ahead. In return it is our hope that volunteers will enjoy volunteering with us, meet like-minded people and develop new skills.
- Unique experience in the remote Kasungu National Park and/or Liwonde National Park:
Volunteers will have the opportunity to choose to be based at either (or both!) Kasungu National Park or Liwonde National Park.
Volunteers that are based at the CRM research camp in Kasungu National Park will be located at the Lifupa Lodge campsite, on the banks of the Lifupa Dam. Camp is rustic but very comfortable with canvas safari tents, equipped with beds, mattresses, linen, and generator power. Showers and toilets are located nearby. Volunteers share a large tent which can sleep up to 4 people, or smaller private tents may be available on request. Based in Kasungu National Park with so much to see and do you won’t be disappointed.
Volunteers who choose the research camp located in Liwonde National Park will stay at Mvuu camp, a Central African Wilderness Safaris Lodge on the banks of the mighty Shire river. The park harbours an abundant wildlife population including elephant, reedbuck, waterbuck, sable, hippo, buffalo, zebra, roan, eland and black rhino. Living in camp you will be on permanent safari, with regular visits to camp by elephants, hippos, warthogs and monkey. Accommodation here will comprise of safari tents (with beds) on wooden platforms with access to flushing toilets and hot showers. Accommodation may be shared with other staff at certain times of year.
- Gain new skills:
We conduct a variety of research projects giving you the opportunity to gain a diverse range of skills. We conduct research on all carnivores and their prey and have ongoing projects including: a Wild Dog Conservation Project (Kasungu National Park), a spotted Hyaena Ecology Project (Kasungu National Park), and a Hyaena Translocation Project (Liwonde National Park). These projects will involve radio tracking carnivores to obtain spatial data and will involve a range of surveying techniques including camera trapping, acoustic call ins, spotlighting and large mammal transects.
Volunteers are an important part of CRM and we hope to give everyone a fun and rewarding experience. Whatever your background, there is plenty you can contribute with a range of activities to match your interests and abilities. Our volunteers undertake a range of carnivore surveying and monitoring activities, as well as community education and awareness activities.
Contact Information:
If you are interested download the information pack and the application form from http://carnivoreresearchmalawi.org/volunteer.html and send your application to volunteer@carnivoreresearchmalawi.org
Contact us at volunteer@carnivoreresearchmalawi.org if you have any questions
Programas de maestría y doctorado en inglés. Instituto Técnologico de Beijing
Costos de matrícula escolar, hospedaje en el Campus, costos de la comida y materiales de la enseñanza, asignación mensual para manutención.
Convocatoria completa
Listado areas estudio.
Convocatoria completa
Listado areas estudio.
Asistente de campo, zarigüeya- Argentina
Estudiante de Biología para realizar tesina de grado. Proyecto: Composición dietaria de la zarigüeya overa Didelphis albiventris y la zarigüeya colorada Lutreolina crassicaudata y su relación con sistemas de producción animal en áreas rurales del centro de la Región Pampeana. Laboratorio de Ecología de Poblaciones – Departamento de Ecología Genética y Evolución de la FCEyN (UBA). Requisitos: Predisposición para trabajar en equipo, disponibilidad para realizar campañas de muestreo de 4 días de duración y disponibilidad horaria para asistir al laboratorio, compromiso, responsabilidad y ganas de aprender. Interesados enviar CV y carta de intención a Silvina Bisceglia.
Asesor en el Programa “Conservación de la Biodiversidad en la Sierra Madre Oriental”
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
La Cooperación Alemana al Desarrollo, GIZ, ofrece el cargo de Asesor en el Programa “Conservación de la Biodiversidad en la Sierra Madre Oriental” en San Luis Potosí, conforme a las siguientes disposiciones:
Formación requerida: Licenciatura preferentemente en ciencias biológicas, ecología, agro ecología, recursos naturales, ingeniería forestal o temas afines a la conservación y desarrollo sustentable. Preferentemente con estudios de posgrado en ecología, manejo de recursos naturales, monitoreo biológico u otros temas relacionados.
Idiomas: Español e inglés.
Perfil personal y conocimientos específicos
Experiencia profesional mínima en los temas relevantes de 5 años
Conocimiento profundo de temas de biodiversidad y conservación, sobre todo de monitoreo de la diversidad biológica
Experiencia en gestión y manejo en áreas naturales protegidas
Conocimiento sobre temas forestales, manejo de recursos naturales, servicios ecosistémicos y restauración ecológica
Conocimiento de las políticas y programas públicos nacionales relacionados con temas forestales, de biodiversidad y vida silvestre
Conocimientos y habilidades sobre sistemas de información geográfica y bases de datos
Deseable experiencia en tema de educación y capacitación ambientales
Deseable experiencia previa en proyectos de cooperación internacional.
Tolerancia al trabajo bajo presión y al manejo de diversas tareas de manera simultánea.
Capacidad de cooperar y trabajar en equipo.
Capacidad y experiencia para trabajar con una multitud de actores y organizaciones en el contexto de un proyecto específico.
Sensibilidad política.
Capacidad de realizar encargos de forma autónoma y responsable
Creatividad y auto iniciativa (impulsar iniciativas técnicas, administrativas y de gestión).
Orientación a resultados, facilidad para el trabajo en equipo.
Disposición a trabajar en un ambiente intercultural.
Disposición a aprender y profesionalizarse en nuevos temas.
Disposición a asumir responsabilidades temáticas e institucionales.
Estilo de trabajo caracterizado por una eficiente organización, gestión de tiempo y calidad de servicio.
Responsable, confiable, discreto.
Dominio de computación y programas comerciales (MS-Office, MS-Internet Explorer, MS-Outlook).
Trabajo en la oficina de la GIZ en San Luis Potosí.
Los interesados deberán enviar una carta de presentación de máximo una cuartilla, currículum vitae e imágenes de constancias de estudios al correo electrónico
edgar.camacho@giz.de
Fecha límite para envío de solicitudes
23 de febrero de 2015
Convocatoria completa
Volunteer jaguar - Belize
Volunteer opportunity to study wild cats in Belize, Central America. Gain great experience now! However, this is a complete volunteer experience that requires a project fee, and your own transportation to Belize. If that is not an impediment, continue reading... We seek 3-5 motivated field assistants for our wild cat study in Belize, Central America. This study focuses on jaguars, pumas, and ocelots using non-invasive detection methods. Volunteers will gain extensive field experience working on a multi-faceted wildlife conservation project in a beautiful tropical country. Non-invasive methods include setting up large remote camera grids across tropical broadleaf and/or tropical pine forests. The study is examining the long-term demographics of jaguar populations and the the impacts of selective logging, at multiple sites across Belize.
Rustic village living conditions in a tropical environment (that means potentially very hot, humid weather, and biting insects, and presence of snakes). Includes extensive hiking to reach remote camera stations and to collect vegetation data surrounding camera stations. Field workers will sometimes need to carry heavy equipment, will often hike long distances through rough terrain, and bushwhack through thick vegetation. Work will also include shared data entry and camp and vehicle maintenance/running errands.
Wildlife biology student or a related field (biology, forestry, natural resources, etc.). No experience necessary, but the applicant must have a positive and flexible attitude, and be enthusiastic and ready to learn. Must have a strong work ethic and good ability to get along with others in tight, close-knit, living conditions. Ability to drive a standard (manual) transmission and backpacking skills are a plus.
This is a complete volunteer position, meaning that technician will need to pay for their plane ticket and a project fee of $1750 per month (1 month minimum required). This project fee covers food, accommodations, and all in-country transport, while in Belize (except for days off). The experience is a resume builder for wild cat work, and is much less expensive than any typical study abroad experience. Positions available from April 1st to August 31st 2015; and potentially longer.
Contact Information:
Please e-mail a resume/cv, letter of interest,
and list of three references to: dmcnitt91@gmail.com
Primary contact: David McNitt at dmcnitt91@gmail.com
Secondary contact: Marcella Kelly at makelly2@vt.edu
Application Deadline: Rolling – ASAP, positions will be filled continuously
Rustic village living conditions in a tropical environment (that means potentially very hot, humid weather, and biting insects, and presence of snakes). Includes extensive hiking to reach remote camera stations and to collect vegetation data surrounding camera stations. Field workers will sometimes need to carry heavy equipment, will often hike long distances through rough terrain, and bushwhack through thick vegetation. Work will also include shared data entry and camp and vehicle maintenance/running errands.
Wildlife biology student or a related field (biology, forestry, natural resources, etc.). No experience necessary, but the applicant must have a positive and flexible attitude, and be enthusiastic and ready to learn. Must have a strong work ethic and good ability to get along with others in tight, close-knit, living conditions. Ability to drive a standard (manual) transmission and backpacking skills are a plus.
This is a complete volunteer position, meaning that technician will need to pay for their plane ticket and a project fee of $1750 per month (1 month minimum required). This project fee covers food, accommodations, and all in-country transport, while in Belize (except for days off). The experience is a resume builder for wild cat work, and is much less expensive than any typical study abroad experience. Positions available from April 1st to August 31st 2015; and potentially longer.
Contact Information:
Please e-mail a resume/cv, letter of interest,
and list of three references to: dmcnitt91@gmail.com
Primary contact: David McNitt at dmcnitt91@gmail.com
Secondary contact: Marcella Kelly at makelly2@vt.edu
Application Deadline: Rolling – ASAP, positions will be filled continuously
Gerente de Proyecto: Finanzas para la Biodiversidad
Gerente de Proyecto
Finanzas para la Biodiversidad
27/02/2015
rh.mexico@undp.org
Convocatoria completa.
Asistente de campo Monos Aulladores Argentina.
Asistente de campo. Proyecto: Importancia del periodo juvenil en Monos Aulladores Negros y Dorados (Alouatta caraya) en el noreste de Argentina. Lugar: Estación Biológica Corrientes (EBCo), San Cayetano, Corrientes, Argentina. Objetivo: explorar factores comportamentales y fisiológicos durante el periodo juvenil en Alouatta caraya y comprender su papel en las estrategias implementadas por los adultos. Período de muestreo: 12 meses (agosto 2014-agosto 2015). Campañas de muestreo de aproximadamente 15 días por mes no continuos, ayudando a observar y registrar datos de comportamiento de los individuos realizando observaciones focales o de barrido, además de colectar orina y heces de los juveniles para luego poder llevar a cabo un análisis de perfiles hormonales. Las condiciones de trabajo a veces suelen ser adversas, con mucho calor en verano, mosquitos, jornadas de muestreo extensas. Se cubrirán gastos de transporte dentro de argentina comida, alojamiento y seguro de vida. Se entregarán certificados donde se detallarán las actividades realizadas y la carga horaria cumplida. Interesados enviar a solgennuso@hotmail.com colocando en el asunto “asistente de campo” su cv (max. 5 pag.), carta de intención indicando los motivos por los cuales le interesa participar del
proyecto (máximo 1 página), especificar la disponibilidad de tiempo que puedan participar.
Amigos de Sian Ka’an solicita Subdirector de Turismo Sustentable
Interesados enviar CV y carta de intensión al correo amigos@amigosdesiankaan.org con asunto: “Vacante SDPTS”
Consulta las bases de solicitud en el siguiente enlace:
Amigos de Sian Ka’an solicita Subdirector de Turismo Sustentable. (130.88 kB)
Consulta las bases de solicitud en el siguiente enlace:
Amigos de Sian Ka’an solicita Subdirector de Turismo Sustentable. (130.88 kB)
Cursos en Universidad y Escuelas Superiores Públicas- Hungría
La Comisión Húngara de Becas “Instituto Balassi” administra directamente su oferta. Información sobre sus programas, beneficios y requisitos debe consultarse en la página de internet:
www.scholarship.hu
Convocatoria completa.
www.scholarship.hu
Convocatoria completa.
Prairie Bird Acoustic Technician- Canada
Seeking an acoustic technician for a study out of the University of Manitoba on effects of noise from oil infrastructure on prairie songbirds in Southern Alberta. The successful candidate will be stationed in Brooks, Alberta (accommodations provided), and will live with several other field assistants/volunteers/graduate students working on the project. Although the field work will take place in Alberta, the position initially starts in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Position begins April 1st and ends in mid-August.
Salary is $1800 per month.
Duties:
• Build, wire and monitor solar-powered sound broadcasting units.
• Conduct bird transect surveys and other ecological surveys.
• Conduct nest searches for ground nesting birds, handle and measure nestlings and collect fecal samples.
• Drive 4X4 vehicles, navigate with township maps and GPS unit.
• Enter data in spreadsheet software.
Qualifications:
• Carpentry and electric wiring experience, and experience with electronic sound equipment.
• Bird and vegetation identification skills, use of binoculars.
• Experience using GPS units, compass, and maps for navigation in remote areas.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods with mosquitoes and heat. Ability to walk 5 – 15 km/day and to lift 50 – 60 lb.
• Highly motivated, proactive and positive attitude. Ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Flexible with long and irregular hours, dependent on weather conditions.
• Proficiency with sound (i.e. RAVEN) is an asset.
• Ability to drive 4X4 vehicle in difficult conditions.
• Driver’s license.
Desired Certifications:
First Aid CPR Level C, WHMIS, and H2S training are considered assets, but are not required to apply.
Contact:
Please send application via email, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae and three (3) references in one pdf document to Patricia Rosa rosap@myumanitoba.ca with the subject “Prairie Bird Acoustic Technician”.
Closing Date:
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted by March 13th.
For more information on the university and current projects in this lab, please visit: http://www.umanitoba.ca and http://www.conserveprairiebirds.org -
Position begins April 1st and ends in mid-August.
Salary is $1800 per month.
Duties:
• Build, wire and monitor solar-powered sound broadcasting units.
• Conduct bird transect surveys and other ecological surveys.
• Conduct nest searches for ground nesting birds, handle and measure nestlings and collect fecal samples.
• Drive 4X4 vehicles, navigate with township maps and GPS unit.
• Enter data in spreadsheet software.
Qualifications:
• Carpentry and electric wiring experience, and experience with electronic sound equipment.
• Bird and vegetation identification skills, use of binoculars.
• Experience using GPS units, compass, and maps for navigation in remote areas.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods with mosquitoes and heat. Ability to walk 5 – 15 km/day and to lift 50 – 60 lb.
• Highly motivated, proactive and positive attitude. Ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Flexible with long and irregular hours, dependent on weather conditions.
• Proficiency with sound (i.e. RAVEN) is an asset.
• Ability to drive 4X4 vehicle in difficult conditions.
• Driver’s license.
Desired Certifications:
First Aid CPR Level C, WHMIS, and H2S training are considered assets, but are not required to apply.
Contact:
Please send application via email, including a cover letter, curriculum vitae and three (3) references in one pdf document to Patricia Rosa rosap@myumanitoba.ca with the subject “Prairie Bird Acoustic Technician”.
Closing Date:
Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Candidates selected for interviews will be contacted by March 13th.
For more information on the university and current projects in this lab, please visit: http://www.umanitoba.ca and http://www.conserveprairiebirds.org -
Seabird Seasonal Field Assistant
Seabird Seasonal Field Assistant at Humboldt State University / Point Blue Conservation Science
Website
Location: Arcata, CA
Duration: 3 Months
Job Type: Seasonal
Application Deadline: 03/15/2015
Job Description:
One or two seabird seasonal field assistants are sought to work on a seasonal seabird monitoring project for Pigeon Guillemot (Cepphus columba), Common Murre (Uria aalge), cormorants (Phalacrocorax spp.), and other seabird species along the remote, rugged, and beautiful northern California coast. This project is part of the North Coast Marine Protected Area Baseline Program (see http://oceanspaces.org) and is a collaboration between Humboldt State University (http://www.humboldt.edu/wildlife), Point Blue Conservation Science (formerly PRBO; http://www.pointblue.org), and Crescent Coastal Research. The primary purpose of this project is to establish baselines for seabird monitoring metrics, and to evaluate initial response of seabirds to newly-established North Coast Marine Protected Areas. The successful applicants will be willing to work long and unusual hours in the field, often in poor weather conditions. The primary duties will consist of conducting shore-based population, foraging, and nesting bird surveys from approximately Point Arena to the Oregon border. Applicants with demonstrable experience conducting seabird surveys or monitoring, or with applicable experience and knowledge of similar techniques are preferred. Interest in ornithology and seabirds in particular is also preferred. Applicants with experience working independently, entering and managing data, and in remote field settings may also receive preference. Hours: Seasonal, full-time positions, no benefits. Duration: 15 April to 15 July 2015 (approximately 3 months). Wage: Approximately $1733/month. Employer: Humboldt State University Sponsored Programs Foundation, the research auxiliary of Humboldt State University.
To Apply:
Applicants should submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) résumé; and 3) names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Please submit a letter of interest and materials via email to Dan Barton at north.coast.seabirds@gmail.com. However, applications must be also submitted via mail; no email-only applications can be accepted. Send to: Daniel Barton Department of Wildlife Humboldt State University 1 Harpst Street Arcata, CA 95521 Closing Date: Applications must be postmarked by 15 March 2015 for full consideration. Incomplete applications cannot receive responses or consideration. While email materials are accepted, you must also mail applications to the above address for full consideration.
Qualifications:
Minimum requirements: 1) A bachelor’s degree or demonstrable successful progress toward a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or a related discipline; 2) current valid driver’s license; 3) ability to hike to remote field sites along the sometimes rugged, but always beautiful, California coast.
Number of Openings:
1-2
Website
Location: Arcata, CA
Duration: 3 Months
Job Type: Seasonal
Application Deadline: 03/15/2015
Job Description:
One or two seabird seasonal field assistants are sought to work on a seasonal seabird monitoring project for Pigeon Guillemot (Cepphus columba), Common Murre (Uria aalge), cormorants (Phalacrocorax spp.), and other seabird species along the remote, rugged, and beautiful northern California coast. This project is part of the North Coast Marine Protected Area Baseline Program (see http://oceanspaces.org) and is a collaboration between Humboldt State University (http://www.humboldt.edu/wildlife), Point Blue Conservation Science (formerly PRBO; http://www.pointblue.org), and Crescent Coastal Research. The primary purpose of this project is to establish baselines for seabird monitoring metrics, and to evaluate initial response of seabirds to newly-established North Coast Marine Protected Areas. The successful applicants will be willing to work long and unusual hours in the field, often in poor weather conditions. The primary duties will consist of conducting shore-based population, foraging, and nesting bird surveys from approximately Point Arena to the Oregon border. Applicants with demonstrable experience conducting seabird surveys or monitoring, or with applicable experience and knowledge of similar techniques are preferred. Interest in ornithology and seabirds in particular is also preferred. Applicants with experience working independently, entering and managing data, and in remote field settings may also receive preference. Hours: Seasonal, full-time positions, no benefits. Duration: 15 April to 15 July 2015 (approximately 3 months). Wage: Approximately $1733/month. Employer: Humboldt State University Sponsored Programs Foundation, the research auxiliary of Humboldt State University.
To Apply:
Applicants should submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) résumé; and 3) names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references. Please submit a letter of interest and materials via email to Dan Barton at north.coast.seabirds@gmail.com. However, applications must be also submitted via mail; no email-only applications can be accepted. Send to: Daniel Barton Department of Wildlife Humboldt State University 1 Harpst Street Arcata, CA 95521 Closing Date: Applications must be postmarked by 15 March 2015 for full consideration. Incomplete applications cannot receive responses or consideration. While email materials are accepted, you must also mail applications to the above address for full consideration.
Qualifications:
Minimum requirements: 1) A bachelor’s degree or demonstrable successful progress toward a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or a related discipline; 2) current valid driver’s license; 3) ability to hike to remote field sites along the sometimes rugged, but always beautiful, California coast.
Number of Openings:
1-2
Asistente de Campo- Argentina
Asistente de campo (rentado). Se necesita Biólogo/a o estudiante avanzado de Biología o carreras afines. Proyecto: Estado de conservación de los micromamíferos terrestres del bosque andino patagónico. Tareas: captura-recaptura de micromamíferos, medición de variables ambientales. Lugar: Bariloche, Argentina. Fecha: de enero a abril de 2015. Enviar CV y disponibilidad de tiempo a Lic. Daniela Rivarola. ASUNTO: Asistente de campo.
Especialista de Estudios de Biodiversidad - CONABIO
Enlace CONABIO.
Especialista de Estudios de Biodiversidad
Dra. Andrea Cruz Angón
Coordinadora de Estrategias de Biodiversidad y Cooperación Internacional
Especialista de Estudios de Biodiversidad
Dra. Andrea Cruz Angón
Coordinadora de Estrategias de Biodiversidad y Cooperación Internacional
Maestría en Gestión Integral del Agua
El Colegio de Sonora, a través del Centro de Estudios en Gobierno y Asuntos Públicos (CEGAP) y el Cuerpo Académico Gestión Integral del Agua, inicia la apertura de la Maestría en Gestión Integral del Agua, programa dirigido a la formación de habilidades para la resolución de problemas de gestión y administración del agua.
La Maestría en Gestión Integral del Agua está dirigida a personal directivo y operativo de las dependencias públicas de los tres niveles de gobierno relacionadas con la administración del agua; a integrantes de consejos de cuencas, comisiones técnicas de acuíferos, asociaciones de usuarios, así como al personal de áreas naturales protegidas, organizaciones de productores, organismos no gubernamentales y a todo aquel profesionista interesado en la problemática hídrica.
Coordinador
Dr. Alejandro Salazar Adams
asalazar@colson.edu.mx
Asistente Académica
M.C. América Murrieta Saldivar
El Colegio de Sonora
Tel. (662)259.53.00 ext. 2278
amurrieta@colson.edu.mx
Asistente Administrativa
Graciela García Gómez
Tel. (662)259.53.00 ext. 2229
agua@colson.edu.mx
Convocatoría.
La Maestría en Gestión Integral del Agua está dirigida a personal directivo y operativo de las dependencias públicas de los tres niveles de gobierno relacionadas con la administración del agua; a integrantes de consejos de cuencas, comisiones técnicas de acuíferos, asociaciones de usuarios, así como al personal de áreas naturales protegidas, organizaciones de productores, organismos no gubernamentales y a todo aquel profesionista interesado en la problemática hídrica.
Coordinador
Dr. Alejandro Salazar Adams
asalazar@colson.edu.mx
Asistente Académica
M.C. América Murrieta Saldivar
El Colegio de Sonora
Tel. (662)259.53.00 ext. 2278
amurrieta@colson.edu.mx
Asistente Administrativa
Graciela García Gómez
Tel. (662)259.53.00 ext. 2229
agua@colson.edu.mx
Convocatoría.
domingo, 25 de enero de 2015
PhD: Penguin response to historic harvesting & climate change
PhD: Penguin response to historic harvesting & climate change
Employer: Louisiana State University
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Country: United States
Last Date to Apply: 15 Feb 2015
Description: Website: www.oceanography.lsu.edu/politolab
Job Description: Seeking a highly motivated student to begin graduate research (Ph.D. candidate) at Louisiana State University’s (LSU) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) in the fall of 2015. The student will join a multi-institution team of researchers from LSU, UC Santa Cruz, UNC Wilmington and the University of Saskatchewan on a multi-disciplinary, collaborative project to reconstruct shifts in Antarctic food web architecture following historic harvesting and recent to millennial-scale climate change. The student will be based in the Polito Lab at LSU (www.oceanography.lsu.edu/politolab) but will also work closely with Dr. Kelton McMahon and Dr. Matthew McCarthy at UC Santa Cruz (http://oceansci.ucsc.edu). Specifically, the student will use bulk and compound-specific stable isotope analysis of modern and ancient penguins and other Antarctic krill predators to test key hypotheses on trophic versus baseline ecosystem shifts related to climate change and competitive release following historic whale and seal harvesting. This position will include extensive laboratory work at LSU and UCSC, as well as field work in Antarctica.
Qualifications: Desired qualifications include: 1) M.S. degree in biology, ecology, marine science, chemistry, or relevant discipline, 2) relevant laboratory experience - sample preparation, gas chromatography, bulk and amino acid based compound-specific stable isotope ratio mass spectrometry, and 3) relevant field experience working on ecological studies in very cold and remote field settings.
To Apply: Interested candidates should fill out a pre-application form for the DOCS graduate program (www.oceanography.lsu.edu/index.php/academics/pre-application-form/) and indicate that you would like to work with Dr. Polito. In addition, please email a single pdf containing your CV, a cover letter with your research interests and experience, a brief summary of accomplishments (educational background, GPA, GRE scores), and contact information for at least three professional references to Dr. Michael Polito (mpolito@lsu.edu). Qualified candidates will be contacted directly and encouraged to submit a full application to the Ph.D. graduate program in DOCS. Ph.D. candidates will be considered for 4 years of tuition and stipend support (approximately $22K/year). In addition, outstanding candidates (Combined GRE scores > 320 or 1250, GPA > 3.5, excellent references, and/or strong publication record) who are U.S. citizens will also be considered for the competitive Louisiana Board of Regents (BoR) Fellowship ($28K/year + tuition for 4 years). To be fully considered for BoR funding completed applications should be received by the Graduate School and DOCS by February 15, 2015.
Employer: Louisiana State University
Location: Baton Rouge, LA
Country: United States
Last Date to Apply: 15 Feb 2015
Description: Website: www.oceanography.lsu.edu/politolab
Job Description: Seeking a highly motivated student to begin graduate research (Ph.D. candidate) at Louisiana State University’s (LSU) Department of Oceanography and Coastal Sciences (DOCS) in the fall of 2015. The student will join a multi-institution team of researchers from LSU, UC Santa Cruz, UNC Wilmington and the University of Saskatchewan on a multi-disciplinary, collaborative project to reconstruct shifts in Antarctic food web architecture following historic harvesting and recent to millennial-scale climate change. The student will be based in the Polito Lab at LSU (www.oceanography.lsu.edu/politolab) but will also work closely with Dr. Kelton McMahon and Dr. Matthew McCarthy at UC Santa Cruz (http://oceansci.ucsc.edu). Specifically, the student will use bulk and compound-specific stable isotope analysis of modern and ancient penguins and other Antarctic krill predators to test key hypotheses on trophic versus baseline ecosystem shifts related to climate change and competitive release following historic whale and seal harvesting. This position will include extensive laboratory work at LSU and UCSC, as well as field work in Antarctica.
Qualifications: Desired qualifications include: 1) M.S. degree in biology, ecology, marine science, chemistry, or relevant discipline, 2) relevant laboratory experience - sample preparation, gas chromatography, bulk and amino acid based compound-specific stable isotope ratio mass spectrometry, and 3) relevant field experience working on ecological studies in very cold and remote field settings.
To Apply: Interested candidates should fill out a pre-application form for the DOCS graduate program (www.oceanography.lsu.edu/index.php/academics/pre-application-form/) and indicate that you would like to work with Dr. Polito. In addition, please email a single pdf containing your CV, a cover letter with your research interests and experience, a brief summary of accomplishments (educational background, GPA, GRE scores), and contact information for at least three professional references to Dr. Michael Polito (mpolito@lsu.edu). Qualified candidates will be contacted directly and encouraged to submit a full application to the Ph.D. graduate program in DOCS. Ph.D. candidates will be considered for 4 years of tuition and stipend support (approximately $22K/year). In addition, outstanding candidates (Combined GRE scores > 320 or 1250, GPA > 3.5, excellent references, and/or strong publication record) who are U.S. citizens will also be considered for the competitive Louisiana Board of Regents (BoR) Fellowship ($28K/year + tuition for 4 years). To be fully considered for BoR funding completed applications should be received by the Graduate School and DOCS by February 15, 2015.
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