Ranger / Wildlife Monitor

Duties: Monitoring drives with volunteers to focussed on Big 5, hyenas and cheetahsConservation work ·Creation of ID kits of the species monitoredWriting reports for the reserve managementFence patrolCamera trap processingData insert and analysisCamp maintenanceOther duties as required Requirements: FGASA Level 1 (Theory and Practical completed)Valid ARH and minimum back up trails with at least some experience in walking in Big 5 areas.Valid DEAT registrationValid PDP and experience driving 4x4 vehiclesValid First Aid certificatePrevious experience as a Field Guide/Ranger or in similar research and monitoring environment Computer literacy skills including Excel, Word and PowerPointGood communication skills with fluent English, both spoken and writtenAbility to interact with people from different countries and diverse backgrounds.Physically fit, able to work in unfavourable conditions (e.g.
heat or rain)Honest, trust-worthy and reliableSelf-motivated, hard-working.
OrganisedFlexible work approachMust be able to work under pressure, independently and as a team with other staff members and volunteersPassionate about sustainable livingClean criminal record/proof of police checkExperience of creating ID kitsExperience with data collection, organisation and animal identificationRifle and handgun business competencyBeing able to ride a motorcycle will be an advantage