Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue Center Volunteer
Hiring Organization:
In Defense of Animals-Africa
Date Posted:
2008-02-04
Position Description:
Position Description:
The Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue Center in Cameroon, Africa seeks volunteers. Under the direction of a Project Manager, volunteers are responsible for carrying out day-to-day operations of the sanctuary. Tasks include working with Cameroonian staff (who speak French), buying food and supplies in town and nearby villages, helping with chimpanzee care and feeding, maintaining equipment, assisting with construction projects, painting, and other manual tasks.
Volunteers pitch in wherever most needed, though efforts are made to match individuals with their specific talents and skills. Please note: the Sanaga-Yong Center does not provide internships or research opportunities.
Qualifications or length of stay may be negotiated for Veterinarians, medical personnel, mechanics and engineers...please inquire.
Please visit our website at www.ida-africa.org to learn more about our organization and volunteer program.
Qualifications/Experience:
Qualifications/Experience:
REQUIRE:
- Fluency in the French language (or at a minimum, advanced-intermediate level with good conversational ability)
- Experience living in a developing country, preferably Africa
OR
- Previous experience working with chimpanzees or great apes
PREFER:
- Fluency in English
- Work experience, ideally as part of group or team
- Ability to drive small truck with manual transmission
Qualifications or length of stay may be negotiated for Veterinarians, medical personnel, mechanics and engineers...please inquire.
Salary/funding:
None
Support
provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Meals and lodging provided at the site. No travel expenses provided.
Term of Appointment:
Six months minimum
Application Deadline:
Open
Comments:
Please email Andrea for more information at andrea@ida-africa.org.
Contact
Information:
Andrea Kozil
700 SW 126th Ave
Beaverton, OR 97005
USA
Telephone Number:
503-643-8302
Website:
http://www.ida-africa.org
E-mail Address:
andrea@ida-africa.org
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