To lead a field team studying Palaearctic migrants and Afro-tropical species in Burkina Faso and Ghana. The post-holder will be expected to establish a daily work programme to ensure bird and habitat data is collected and recorded effectively. Experience in fieldwork on birds and working abroad is essential, whilst experience in staff management is desirable. Candidates should be able to identify Palaearctic-African migrant birds by sight and call, and have some experience in identifying Afro-tropical species. Since the post will involve camping in rough terrain in a hot climate, candidates should demonstrate a positive attitude, personable character and good team working skills
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