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Assistant Conservation Officer (Projects & Education Section)
Fauna Conservation Department
Major responsibilities
- Support the Conservation Officer with project work, including report compilation and publication of results;
- Carry out daily care of animals under the ex-situ captive breeding conservation project;
- Assist with the work flow of all conservation project work, including animal checks, processing, release and data management, plus draft report compilation;
- Provide assistance to the Conservation Officer for the Natural History Collection specimen room in the form of specimen curation and regular inventory maintenance;
- To conduct field work for the conservation projects when required;
- Assist in development and management and monitoring of environmental enhancement projects at the organisation;
- Assist with monitoring and record keeping for the organisation nature reserve fauna;
- Assist with public events when required, including the Night Walk Programme;
- Provide support and field input for the Pest Management Programme;
- Assist with post-release monitoring surveys of rescued wildlife and report compilation and publication when required;
- Provide support to the volunteer programme by recruiting and managing volunteers to assist with work duties;
- Assist in the development of annual work plans for all project areas.
Job Requirements
- Commitment to the mission, vision and values of the organisation;
- A degree in natural sciences/ecology is preferred;
- At least 1 year of working experience including some knowledge of Hong Kongs Natural History;
- Excellent command of English and Cantonese, Mandarin also an advantage;
- Proficient PC knowledge in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel;
- Passion for nature;
- Physically fit for outdoor environment;
- A team player, analytical and self-motivated, with good interpersonal and communication skills;
- Required to join roster duties which include weekend and public holiday cover;
- Valid Type I or II driving licence essential;
- Open minded and recognize the validity of all spiritual paths.