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Description
The Canadian Organization for Tropical Education and Rainforest Conservation (COTERC) seeks a full-time Manager to administer and operate the Caño Palma Biological Station.
Our mission is to provide leadership in education, research, conservation, and the educated use of natural resources in the tropics.The Biological Station is located next to the Caribbean Ocean within the Barra Colorado Wildlife Refuge and north of the Tortuguero National Park; a region renowned for its sea turtles and rainforest.
Position Overview:
Caño Palma Biological Station has variable levels of activity, and can host up to 20 individuals at one time, including researchers, volunteers, interns and University groups all working on various monitoring and community conservation programs. The successful candidate is foremost expected to conduct daily Station maintenance, repair and improve the Station's infrastructure and trail network, ensure the overall quality of experience of users groups and visitors and ensure compliance with Health and Safety standards.
Collaboration and development of wildlife monitoring programs will be an important secondary activity and will include marine sea turtles, migratory and resident birds, primates and other mammals and herpetological studies. Special attention is to be given to issues of education, community conservation, sustainability and working with a local village. The Manager reports directly to COTERC, and completes assigned tasks as requested by the Board.
Qualifications:
The position is full time with a commitment of at least 1 year. Preference will be given to candidates with enthusiasm, an excellent work ethic and experience in construction, grounds maintenance, small engine repair and boating experience. A record of excellence in dealing with volunteers, student groups, researchers, difficult work situations and conflict resolution are crucial. Candidates should have at least a basic level in speaking/writing Spanish. A BSc. or college Diploma in biology or ecology with experience working in tropical ecosystems, conservation, research/monitoring and sustainable development is preferred.
Compensation: Salary is equivalent to typical Costa Rican wage rates.
To Apply:
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To apply, please send a letter of application along with a CV and 3 references.
Canadian Organization for Tropical Education and Rainforest Conservation
P.O. Box 335
Pickering, ON. Canada L1V 2R6
Electronic submission preferred. More information is available through our website. Review of applications will begin immediately with a start date of June 2010.