Marine Mammal Jobs

[Full-time] Global Cetacean and Marine Turtle Programme Manager position at WWF International

2011-01-02 01:27:37

Location: Switzerland
URL: www.wwfint.org

Description:

WWF International, the global conservation organization, is seeking to recruit a

Global Cetacean and Marine Turtle Programme Manager
based at WWF International in Switzerland

Location:
This position is based at WWF International in Gland (near Geneva), Switzerland.

Role:
The Global Cetacean and Marine Turtle Programme Manager provides leadership and technical support for the development, funding and implementation of the WWF Global Marine Turtle Strategy (GMTS) and the WWF Global Cetacean Species Action Plan (Cetacean SAP) — two critical elements of the Species conservation work of WWF.

We are looking for:

• University degree in preferably natural resources management, biological sciences, zoology, or conservation biology;
• At least 5 years experience in wildlife conservation, conservation programme/project management or coordination. Experience coordinating international programmes desirable;
• Good technical knowledge of biodiversity conservation in general, and species and marine conservation in particular, with understanding of the major conservation issues affecting cetacean and marine turtle conservation a key asset;
• Experience developing fundraising proposals, and cultivating relationship with donors;
• Direct work experience with an international conservation NGO or government agency an advantage;
• Understanding of field-based activities essential.
• Good technical, organizational, interpersonal and team-building skills essential;
• Diplomatic and multi-cultural skills;
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); excellent presentation skills and ability to translate technical information for a non-technical audience. Other languages (particularly French and/or Spanish) an asset;
• Ability to travel to project sites is essential for this position.
• Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.

Application deadline: 31 January 2011

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[Full-time] Environmental Faculty Positions at the University of Delaware at University of Delaware

2010-11-11 17:40:13

Location: United States
URL: www.udel.edu

Description:

One of the oldest institutions of higher education in this country, the University of Delaware today combines tradition and innovation, offering students a rich heritage along with the latest in instructional and research technology. The University of Delaware is a Land-Grant, Sea-Grant, and Space-Grant institution with its main campus in Newark, DE, located halfway between Washington, DC and New York City. Please visit our website at www.udel.edu.

As part of its Path to Prominence Strategic Plan, the University of Delaware has launched its Initiative for the Planet. The goals of this initiative are to promote sustainable practices and to support multidisciplinary efforts in research and education needed to develop solutions to significant, time-critical issues in energy, the environment, and resource sustainability. Our overarching objective is to make the University of Delaware a national and international resource for environmental research, technology, education, and policy – today and into the future. To attain this goal, we seek 6-8 outstanding faculty at all academic ranks in environmental science, engineering, and policy. Faculty can have appointments in multiple departments and colleges.

To complement these hires we are conducting a search for the Howard E. Cosgrove Chair in Environment. This internationally renowned scholar will further enhance the prominence of the University’s environmental interdepartmental teaching and research programs, and assist in building the Delaware Environmental Institute (DENIN) to a position of national and international prominence.

The University of Delaware provides an outstanding environmental research base through existing strengths in a number of areas including biogeochemistry, soil and environmental chemistry, environmental engineering, environmental microbiology, environmental genomics and bioinformatics, geomicrobiology, land/coastal dynamics, land use, nutrient management, environmental modeling, hydrology, environmental forecasting and restoration, ecosystem health and sustainability, and environmental policy, economics and education. These activities are carried out across the University’s seven colleges and in a number of well-regarded institutes and research centers. More details on our environmental programs can be found at www.environmentalportal.udel.edu/.

The desire to better utilize the strengths in the colleges, institutes, and centers, and to foster collaboration and enhance competitiveness in attracting outstanding faculty and students, led to the creation of the Delaware Environmental Institute in 2009. DENIN’s goals are to initiate interdisciplinary research projects, support interdisciplinary academic programs, and forge partnerships among government agencies, nonprofits, industry, policymakers, and the public to address environmental challenges and coordinate and sponsor University-based interdisciplinary initiatives. More details on DENIN can be found at www.udel.edu/denin.

Other recent actions which reflect the University’s commitment to the environment and sustainability include an aggressive Climate Action Plan and the creation of new undergraduate majors in Environmental Studies and Energy and Environmental Policy. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to help shape and grow these new majors.

Candidates for the faculty positions are expected to hold a Ph.D. or equivalent degree in their area of expertise and have a demonstrated record of excellence in environmental scholarship commensurate with appointment to a faculty position in one or more departments of the University. Nominations and applications should be submitted electronically to Environmental Cluster Search Committee Chair using the the Apply Now below. Application materials should include a statement of interest, curriculum vitae, description of research and teaching interests and accomplishments, and the names and contact information of at least four references. Review of applications will begin on December 15, 2010 and will continue until the positions are filled.

The UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from Minority Group Members and Women.

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[Full-time] Vacancy for Charity Director at ORCA

2010-09-20 11:08:38

Location: United Kingdom
URL: www.orcaweb.org.uk

Description:

Charity Director
ORCA (Organisation Cetacea)
Location Portsmouth
Full Time Contract
Salary £38-40k dependent on experience

ORCA is the marine conservation charity dedicated to forging links between people and the sea. ORCA is committed to the study of cetaceans (whales, dolphins and porpoises) and promoting their conservation through enthusing, inspiring and educating others.

We are seeking a Director, based in Portsmouth, to build on the successful growth over the last few years and to take the Charity to the next level. A wide range of skills will be required, including strong leadership, strategic planning, project management, communication, grant funding experience and general management.

As the main ambassador of the Charity, they will provide support to the Board and manage a small team to ensure high quality delivery, robust financial management and growth through the achievement of strategic goals and objectives.

The ideal candidate will;
• be a creative self-starter, a motivator with proactive entrepreneurial skills, capable of building on established successes
• be a strong communicator, able to liaise successfully at all levels with Charity stakeholders including conservation partners, funders, staff, members and volunteers, as well as the wider community
• possess the business and management acumen required to manage a growing charity through an exciting period of change
• have proven project management and fundraising success as well as experience of managing budgets
• ideally have experience of the voluntary sector and be a committed conservationist with an interest in the marine habitat

A full Job Description and Application form can be downloaded at http://www.orcaweb.org.uk/vacancies.htm

To apply please complete the Application Form and e-mail it along with your CV and a covering letter outlining why you are the ideal person to fill this role.

All applications will be acknowledged, but feedback can only be given to those called for interview.

The closing date for completed applications is 9am on Monday 13th September 2010, with interviews being held week commencing October 4th 2010.

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[Part-time] Critical Habitat/ Marine Protected Areas Programme Assistant at Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society

2010-09-10 14:40:27

Location: United Kingdom
URL: www.wdcs.org

Description:

Current job vacancy with the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society (WDCS):

Critical Habitat/ Marine Protected Areas Programme Assistant

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES

The ideal candidate will be a well-organized self-starter who can work from home or anywhere and having good computer skills with your own laptop, proficiency with MS Office. £10,000/yr for 12 days a month (equivalent to half-time or roughly 2.5 days/week).

Consultancy does not include salary benefits; payments would be made in full with responsibility of consultant to report income to Inland Revenue. Basic expenses covered for essential meetings, as agreed. Consultancy could be based partly or entirely at Chippenham office of WDCS, and/or from home for some/ extended periods, subject to further discussion.

More info on job description, how to apply, application form and equal opportunities form can be found at http://www.wdcs.org.uk/jobs.php

The deadline for applications is 16th September.

Please send completed forms to erich.hoyt@wdcs.org writing CHPA0810 Application in the subject line.

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[Full-time] ORCA Seeks new Charity Director at ORCA

2010-09-02 10:46:28

Location: United Kingdom
URL: www.orcaweb.org.uk

Description:

ORCA is seeking a Director to build on the successful growth over the last few years and to take the Charity to the next level. A wide range of skills will be required, including strong leadership, strategic planning, project management, communication, grant funding experience and general management. The position will be based in Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK.

If you are interested in this position, or know anyone else who might be, further details can be found at http://orcaweb.org.uk/vacancies.htm
The close date for applications is September 13th 2010.

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[Full-time] Director Right Whale Aerial Survey - Provincetown, MA USA at Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies

2010-08-18 19:19:17

Location: United States
URL: www.coastalstudies.org

Description:

Director – Right Whale Aerial Survey
Provincetown, MA USA

The Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies is seeking a Director for its Right Whale Aerial Survey program. Responsibilities: management of all aspects of the program and budget, organizing survey flights, some flying, staff supervision. Management of all safety protocol and permits, data analysis to complete annual report. Qualifications: Ph.D. or Ph.D. candidacy in a relevant field, grant writing and project management experience. Please visit our website for further details www.coastalstudies.org

Send cover letter, resume and references no later than 8/27/10 to:

Stephanie Richardson
Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies
115 Bradford Street
Provincetown, MA 02657

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[Full-time] biologist (GS-0401, grade 12/13) to review and evaluate applications for permits and incidental hara at The Marine Mammal Commission

2010-02-08 08:18:52

Location: United States
URL: jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=85983090&JobTitle=BIOLOGIST&q=marine+mammal+commission&sort=rv%2c-dtex&cn=&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=50&vw=b&r

Description:

The Marine Mammal Commission is currently seeking applicants for a biologist (GS-0401, grade 12/13) to review and evaluate applications for permits and incidental harassment authorizations involving marine mammals. The position is open to all applicants, both those in the federal service, and those in the private sector, but application procedures differ. Current federal employees should click here for additional information and application instructions.

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=86016138&JobTitle=Biologist&q=MM-10-02(MP)&sort=rv%2c-dtex&cn=&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=50&vw=b&re=134&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2010-02-01+13%3a10%3a00#duties

Control Number: 1786218

Interested persons who are not federal employees should click here.

http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=85983090&JobTitle=BIOLOGIST&q=marine+mammal+commission&sort=rv%2c-dtex&cn=&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=50&vw=b&re=134&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2010-02-01+12%3a57%3a00

Control Number: 1799117

The deadline for submission of applications is 1 March 2010.

If you have any questions about the application procedure please contact Cathy Jones at 301-504-0087.

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[Volunteer] Volunteers for seal rehab centre at SRRC Seal Rehabilitation and Research Centre

2010-01-26 03:46:17

Location: Netherlands
URL: www.zeehondencreche.nl

Description:

The SRRC Seal Rehabilitation and Research Centre Lenie ‘t Hart in Pieterburen, the Netherlands, needs urgently:

Volunteers who are experienced in handling, tube feeding and force-feeding ill juvenile harbour seals and grey seal pups.

These animals in rehabilitation need intensive care treatment because of their problems (mostly lung worms and other problems with respiratory tracks).

The SRRC is at this moment overcrowded with in total more than 160 harbour seals.

What we need is: experienced helpers to work together with the staff of the SRRC to carry out tube feeding and force feeding to many tens of seals several times per day.

If you have experience with those activities and those species, and if you are available in the coming two or three months, please contact the SRRC Seal Rehabilitation and Research Centre and ask for Lenie ‘t Hart.

What we can offer:

- Reimbursement of travel expenses

- (Fine) food and lodging at the centre

- A good atmosphere with an enthusiastic international group of colleagues

SRRC Seal Rehabilitation and Research Centre
Hoofdstraat 94a
9968 AG PIETERBUREN
The Netherlands
Phone: (31) 595 – 526 526
Fax: (31) 595 – 528 389
Email: lenie@zeehondencreche.nl
Website: www.zeehondencreche.nl
English website : www.srrc.nl

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[Full-time] Marine Mammal Commission Vacancy Announcement at MMC

2010-01-26 03:45:18

Location: United States
Description:

The Marine Mammal Commission is currently seeking applicants for an ecologist (GS-0408, grade 12/13) with an emphasis on energy development as it may affect marine mammal conservation. The position is open to all applicants, both those in the federal service, and those in the private sector, but application procedures differ. Current federal employees should click here

http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/Search.aspx?q=MM-10-01(MP)&cn=&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=50&vw=d&re=0&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&pg=1

for additional information and application instructions.

Interested persons who are not current federal employee should click here http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/Search.aspx?q=WA295311-JD&sort=rv%2c-dtex&cn=&rad_units=miles&brd=3876&pp=50&vw=d&re=134&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx

The deadline for applications is 4 February 2010.

Thank you,

Mina

Wilhelmina Innes

Research Program Officer

Marine Mammal Commission

4340 East-West Hwy., Rm. 700

Bethesda, MD 20814

301.504.0087

301.504.0099 fax

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