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Manager, Moka Wildlife Center (Bioko Island, Equatorial Guinea)

Hiring Organization:
Bioko Biodiversity Protection Program

Date Posted:
2007-06-17

Position Description:
The Moka Wildlife Center (MWC) Manager will live at and direct the newly (2006) established research and educational facility in the villages of Moka Bioko and Moka Malabo at the northern border of the Gran Caldera and Southern Highlands Scientific Reserve on Bioko Island, Equatorial Guinea. This 2-building (residence + education/research building) university-affiliated facility serves as a base for scientists and students working in the scientific reserve as well as providing biodiversity conservation outreach to local communities and schools. It is funded by a grant from the ExxonMobil Foundation to the Bioko Biodiversity Protection Program, part of the academic partnership between Arcadia University and the National University of Equatorial Guinea (UNGE). The MWC Manager will have a strong background in research (Ph.D. preferred); a personal field research program adaptable to local conditions; and prior experience in a Spanish-speaking country. Responsibilities include coordinating the management of the MWC and the outreach program with an UNGE assigned, Spanish speaking assistant; overseeing the design and implementation of an outreach program; and, most importantly, providing an active, ongoing biodiversity research environment as part of capacity building at UNGE.

Essential Functions:

The MWC Manager is expected to:

Establish a personal biodiversity research program that:
o utilizes the local ecosystem
o engages BBPP local personnel
o reflects familiarity with US academic traditions including English language scientific writing.

Supervise selected research and teaching activities at the National University of Equatorial Guinea (UNGE) in coordination with the BBPP Senior Conservation Biologist and BBPP On-Site Administrator.

Supervise the UNGE-designated (Spanish-speaking) MWC Assistant Manager who is responsible for the day-to-day management of the MWC including maintenance of the facilities, local guide training, and the development and delivery of a local outreach program.

Live at the Moka Wildlife Center and drive (1.5 hr; 50 mi) to Malabo (BBPP vehicle; current US & International Driver’s License required) for meetings approximately twice per month.

Marginal Functions:

Plan for and supervise visiting scientists, students and interns.

Aid in preparation of English language reports and grant proposals.

Provide back-up and assistance for other BBPP personnel.

Travel to and from the USA as needed, preferably on a US passport which does not require a visa from either the USA or Equatorial Guinea.

Qualifications/Experience:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The MWC Manager is expected to have:

Research experience as demonstrated by academic credentials (Ph.D. or Masters degree in relevant field of study) and/or by managerial experience in a remote Spanish-speaking location (for example, US Peace Corps).

English writing ability as demonstrated by scientific publications, reports and/or grant proposals.

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse people, including local workers, UNGE personnel, local expat community and EG government ministries, as demonstrated by similar experiences in the past.

Ability to thrive in a remote location with limited amenities, as demonstrated by similar experiences in the past.

Ability to oversee the development of a Spanish-language outreach program including guide training and printed materials for visitors and school children.


Minimum Qualifications:
The position requires either an advanced degree (Ph.D. or Masters) in a relevant area of study (biodiversity conservation) or extensive experience that is directly relevant to the position (for example, 2 year conservation work in the US Peace Corps at a remote, Spanish-speaking location).

Salary/funding:
Modest. Depends on qualifications, experience, language ability and research interests.

Support provided for internship/volunteer positions (travel, meals, lodging):
Lodging provided in both Malabo (capital city of EG) and at the field station. Airfare reimbursed to $1500 after 9 mo of employment.

Term of Appointment:
1 July 2007 (or as soon thereafter as feasible) through 30 June 2008,

Application Deadline:
Until job is filled, probably 1 August 2007 at the latest

Comments:
Arcadia University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Contact Information:
Gail W. Hearn
450 S. Easton Road
Glenside, PA 19038
USA

Telephone Number:
215 572 2991

Fax Number:
215 881 8758

Website:
http://www.bioko.org

E-mail Address:
hearn@arcadia.edu