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Title | DEVELOPMENT OF A MARINE AWARENESS PROGRAMME |
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We are looking for a talented and friendly individual to complete our dive and watersports company in the Maldives. The successful candidate will be responsible to develop, implement and conduct a “Go-Eco – Programme” in cooperation with us and the resort.
Potential scope of the programme (not fixed yet): - Dolphin spotting and identification - Manta diving / snorkeling trips including identification in cooperation with the Manta Trust - Coral Planting and monitoring - Turtle monitoring / hatchling release
Your job: - Develop, implement and participate in the “Go Eco Programme” - Engaging in, contributing to and driving research and conservation programs that are relevant to Maldives, such as manta & turtle research or the national coral reef monitoring program. - Run guest excursions, snorkeling/diving trips, and activities - Weekly evening presentations / awareness talks - Ensure that all injured/stressed marine and terrestrial organisms are looked after and that animal welfare issues are addressed. - Being prepared and always punctual for guest related marine activities. - Providing marine information according to your knowledge and not above - Help in the dive center if there is the need or you are not otherwise busy
You should have: - Academic qualifications in a relevant discipline (Marine Biology, Environmental Science) - Experience in marine conservation and research, experience in the Maldives a plus but not of utmost necessity - Knowledge of coral reefs and marine life. - Confident swimmer with SCUBA certification (minimum Dive Master desirable). - Good written/spoken English (extra languages desirable) and experience in public-facing roles.
We offer: - A great team! - Monthly basic salary, service charge, flight allowance and visa fee - A shared room in the resort staff area with AC and internet - Three meals at the guest restaurant or the staff canteen - Staff discounts on bar bills - 1 day off per week Preferred starting date: August by the latest September 2017 Location: North Male Atoll, Maldives Contract period: 1 year with the possibility to extend (or change the island) for the right candidate
If interested in this position please apply to Becky (marketing@sub-oceanic.com) with your CV, cover letter, recent photo, reference contacts and date available.
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