Field Officer - Whale Shark Conservation Project (Gujarat)

Background:
Wildlife Trust of India is looking recruit a Field Officer for its projects in Veraval, Gujarat.

Job Responsibilities:

• Undertake fishermen survey to collect historical data/sighting of whale shark distribution.
• Undertake survey and studies for population estimate and distribution through photo ID.
• Study of the whale shark migration by deploying satellite tags.
• Assist in collecting genetic sample of whale shark as per protocol for further Genetic Analysis.
• Coordinate and tie-up with fishermen boat to collect whale shark sighting records.
• Help in GIS based mapping of whale shark distribution.
• Study of the whale shark habitat using oceanographic parameters from available satellite data.
• Scientific or technical adherence to all needs of the project
• Field reports, photographic documentation, submission of data sheets etc as per the requirements of the Head of the Department.
• Responsible for all field level governmental and partner liaison at appropriate levels and local public relation needs in consultation with the HoD.
• Responsible for acting as the on-site representative of WTI (at particular level) and to ensure that the image of WTI as a conservation action organization operating in the field is maintained at all times.

Skills:

• SCUBA diving open water or higher alternately skills in skin diving
• Knowledge of Arc GIS software

Qualifications:
Post graduate degree in Marine Biology or Marine Studies

Preferable experience:
2-3 years in a similar position

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