African Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on the complete responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks and protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities.
Website:
http://www.akagera.org
LOCAL JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Akagera Management Company (AMC) is seeking a suitable candidate for the positions of Conservation Technology Officer at Akagera National Park. The candidate must be an enthusiastic, motivated and reliable individual.
Duties and Responsibilities of Conservation Technology Officer
Maintaining and upgrading Reporting applications.
Maintain high-quality function of control room reporting structures.
Up keeping, troubleshooting, and maintenance of communication backbone, radio system, and LoRa system.
Maintenance and up-keeping for the Earth Ranger situational awareness system
Maintenance and up keeping for Esri Reporting System
Internet system management
Implementation of new technologies for the park
Suitable candidates for the position of Conservation Technology Officer must meet the following criteria:
A Degree in ecology, park management, wildlife conservation, Information Sciences or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in ecology, conservation, wildlife management, technology, or relevant field
Fluent in English and/or French/Kinyarwanda
Not afraid of heights
Passion for Conservation and Wildlife
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and be flexible
Advanced knowledge of Computers, Software, applications, and Networking skills. This includes Microsoft Word, Excel, ArcGIS, Esri, Cybertracker, Mototrbo, and others
Advanced working knowledge of conservation database management and conservation monitoring systems
Experience with using conservation technologies
Outstanding and demonstrated leadership skills
Advanced knowledge of field tech equipment and advanced problem-solving skills
Hand-on mentality
A clean record of conduct (no convictions)
Prepared to live onsite
Physically fit and able to be in the field (to undergo fitness and medical annually)
Between 20 and 40 years of age.
Driver’s license of at least 3 years
NB Applications that are not meeting the above criteria will not be considered.
Interested candidates are requested to deliver their application letters to the Office of the Human Resource Officer in Akagera National Park or send a soft copy on akagerarecruitment@gmail.com
All applications must be submitted before the close of business on the 6th of December 2019. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. The successful candidate will begin with an immediate effect.
Applications must include the following documents:
Application cover letter addressed to the Park Manager
Stating where you heard about the position and why you should be considered
Curriculum vitae including your personal details, education level, and any experience
Name, address and telephone numbers of three (3) references
Done in Akagera National Park on 26th November 2019
By Financial Controller
