Wildlife Conservation Society Biomonitoring Assistant

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Job Description
Title: Biomonitoring Assistant, Djoum – Dja Landscape
Division: Conservation Strategy, Impact and Learning
Reports to: Biomonitoring Officer, Djoum
Matrix Management: N/A
Supervise: N/A
Location: Djoum, Cameroon
Job Summary
The Biomonitoring Assistant will assist in the implementation of biomonitoring programs in the
south sector of Dja Faunal Reserve (DFR) by monitoring wildlife inside south sector of DFR and
peripheral zones of the Southern part of DFR. The jobholder will have experience in fieldwork, data
management, and a strong interest in environmental conservation.
The position reports to Biomonitoring Officer, Djoum. However, depending on priorities and certain
service requirements, AWF may transfer the incumbent to any other location where it operates in
Cameroon.
Responsibilities
• Assist in the implementation and coordination of biomonitoring programs in the field within
the south sector of DFR.
• Conduct fieldwork to collect ecological data and related information on wildlife while
respecting designed protocols.
• Process and analyze wildlife data by using software programs such as Cyber tracker, SMART,
Camera traps and ArcGIS.
• Provide support to rangers training programs as scheduled in the south sector of DFR.
• Assist in the deployment of anti-poaching strategic and field intervention to fight against
poaching through team preparing and planning, debriefing, data downloading and
treatment and reporting.
• Maintain accurate records of data and samples collected in the field.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documents related to
biomonitoring programs in the south sector of DFR.
• Assist with project management tasks such as scheduling, budget tracking, and
communication with stakeholders of the south sector of DFR.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and regulations during fieldwork and other
activities conducted in the south sector of DFR.
• Stay current with scientific literature and research trends in biomonitoring and
environmental science.
• Provide any other support to Djoum Biomonitoring Officer as when possible.2
Requirements and skills
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Biology, Ecology, Forestry, Botany, Zoology,
Wildlife Management or related field of study.
• At least 2 years’ experience in fieldwork and data collection (mastery of data collection tools,
Compass, Android devices and GPS).
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software programs such as Cyber tracker, SMART,
Camera trapping, and QGIS for data management and analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills both in French & English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote locations.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance.