Conservation and Science Intern

This is a 3 months paid position – starting day: 8th April 2013

Description of tasks to be undertaken by the trainee

The selected Trainee will work in the conservation and science team, giving support to work on a range of issues on the protection of wild bird species.

The intern’s responsibilities will include

• Gather experts feedback on power lines and birds;
• Collect info on windfarms and birds;
• Work on reports on illegal killing and trade of birds;
• Update inventory Species Recovery plans;
• Support on tracking data and marine IBA table updates compilation;
• Support to Marine task forceProfile of Trainee.

Qualification: Educational Qualifications/Vocational Training

• At least a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in biology or related disciplines with knowledge of environmental issues;
• Knowledge of birds;
• Very good written English;
• High levels of flexibility, dedication and sense of responsibility;
• Well organised and with attention to detail.

Personal and Social Skills

Good team work skills, ability to work independently and take initiatives. Well-developed social skills. Ability to work in an International environment.

Language Skills

The intern should be able to communicate and write in English. Additional language skills, eg. Spanish, Russian are a plus.

Information Technology (IT) Skills

Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, …), text editing skills.

Applications

Applications to be sent by 25th March 2013 to Willem Van den Bossche, Conservation Officer: willem.vandenbossche@birdlife.org.

Only applications with a max 1 A4 page CV and a 1 page personal letter will be considered.
Include in the email subject field: Intern Conservation and Science.