Career Opportunity at Aaranyak

Vacancy

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Advt-55

(Last application date extended to 7th June, 2023)

Opportunity to work with Aaranyak as Research Staff in Primate Research and Conservation Division of Aaranyak

 

A. Designation: Manager, Primate Research and Conservation Division

Number of Position: One

Location: Northeast India

Job Responsibilities:

•     To conduct training and Awareness Programme in Northeast India.

•    To Assist the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division in management and administration of project activities of the division.

•     To undertake field surveys/study as assigned by the Primate Research and Conservation Division

•    Maintaining regular communication on relevant matters within the team and timely reporting to the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division

Qualification: M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Zoology/ Botany/ Environmental /Wildlife Sciences

Desired Experience and Skill :

•     More than 5 years field experience on Primate/wildlife conservation and having knowledge about imparting training to forest staff, forest fringe villagers, Students and other stakeholders in Northeast India.

•     Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.

•     Fair knowledge on primates and the wildlife of northeast India

•     Experience of fieldwork and ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.

  •      Ability to work in team and good interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred age group: Above 35 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

Application deadline: 7th June, 2023

How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting

their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Researcher, PRCD, Aaranyak”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

 

B. Designation: Project Assistant

Number of Position: One

Location: Northeast India

Job Responsibilities:

• To Assist the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division in management and administration of project activities of the division.
• To undertake field surveys/study as assigned by the Primate Research and Conservation Division
• Maintaining regular communication on relevant matters within the team and timely reporting to the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division.

• To Assist the Head /Manager, Primate Research and Conservation Division in conducting training to forest staff, forest fringe villagers, Students  and other stakeholders in Northeast India

Qualification: M.Sc. in Zoology/ Botany/ Environmental /Wildlife Sciences

Desired Experience and Skill:

•   More than 1 years field experience on Primate/wildlife conservation and having knowledge about imparting training to forest staff, forest fringe villagers, Students and other stakeholders in Northeast India.

•   Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.

• Fair knowledge on primates and wildlife of northeast India

•   Experience of fieldwork and ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.

•   Ability to work in team and good interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred age group: Below 35 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

Application deadline: 7th June, 2023

How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting

their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Researcher, PRCD, Aaranyak”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

 

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Advt-50

(Last application date extended to 4th June, 2023)

Opportunity to work on the Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP), Aaranyak

Job title: Project Coordinator for the Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme  

Division: Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP)

Location: Pygmy Hog Research and Breeding Centre, PHCP, Indira Nagar, Basistha, Guwahati, Assam with regular travel to field sites in Manas and Orang

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications

Experience: 3 years of work in the relevant field

Tenure: Initially one year with possibility of extension based on performance

Education Qualification: Undergraduate degree/postgraduate degree – degrees in natural sciences or social science preferred

The Role:

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual who has experience in project management and an interest in and passion for conservation. This is a diverse role to assist the day to day running of the Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme.  The role holder will help in coordinating programme operations and staff to achieve conservation outcomes and programme delivery. The role holder’s duties will include supporting the PHCP Director and senior team members in the day to day running of the programme: administrative tasks for the programme (overseeing team logistics, procurement), supporting grant management (compiling reports from team leaders, compiling data to monitor spend against budget, tracking report deadlines, monitoring of grant budgets) and where required, assisting with programme delivery in the field. The Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) is a partnership project, implemented by Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, Aaranyak and the Forest Department, Government of Assam.

For details please see the JOB DESCRIPTION

How to apply:

Please fill in the application form and send your CV and cover letter to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com (cc parag.deka@durrell.org) clearly the stating the job you wish to apply for.

Application deadline: 4^th June 2023

 

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Advt-55

Opportunity to work with Aaranyak as Research Staff in Primate Research and Conservation Division of Aaranyak

 

A. Designation: Manager, Primate Research and Conservation Division

Number of Position: One

Location: Northeast India

Job Responsibilities:

•     To conduct training and Awareness Programme in Northeast India.

•    To Assist the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division in management and administration of project activities of the division.

•     To undertake field surveys/study as assigned by the Primate Research and Conservation Division

•    Maintaining regular communication on relevant matters within the team and timely reporting to the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division

Qualification: M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Zoology/ Botany/ Environmental /Wildlife Sciences

Desired Experience and Skill :

•     More than 5 years field experience on Primate/wildlife conservation and having knowledge about imparting training to forest staff, forest fringe villagers, Students and other stakeholders in Northeast India.

•     Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.

•     Fair knowledge on primates and the wildlife of northeast India

•     Experience of fieldwork and ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.

  •      Ability to work in team and good interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred age group: Above 35 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

Application deadline: 27^th May 2023

How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting

their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Researcher, PRCD, Aaranyak”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

 

B. Designation: Project Assistant

Number of Position: One

Location: Northeast India

Job Responsibilities:

• To Assist the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division in management and administration of project activities of the division.
• To undertake field surveys/study as assigned by the Primate Research and Conservation Division
• Maintaining regular communication on relevant matters within the team and timely reporting to the Head, Primate Research and Conservation Division.

• To Assist the Head /Manager, Primate Research and Conservation Division in conducting training to forest staff, forest fringe villagers, Students  and other stakeholders in Northeast India

Qualification: M.Sc. in Zoology/ Botany/ Environmental /Wildlife Sciences

Desired Experience and Skill:

•   More than 1 years field experience on Primate/wildlife conservation and having knowledge about imparting training to forest staff, forest fringe villagers, Students and other stakeholders in Northeast India.

•   Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.

• Fair knowledge on primates and wildlife of northeast India

•   Experience of fieldwork and ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.

•   Ability to work in team and good interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred age group: Below 35 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

Application deadline: 27^th May 2023

How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting

their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Researcher, PRCD, Aaranyak”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

 

 

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Advt-51

(Last application date extended to 20th May, 2023)

Vacancy for Research Staff Positions inWildlife Genetics Division, Aaranyak

 

A. Designation: Researcher, Wildlife Genetics Division

Number of Position: Two

Location: Guwahati

Job Responsibilities:

• To conduct population genetic research work on wildlife species of Northeast India in the Wildlife Genetics Laboratory of Aaranyak situated in Guwahati, Assam.
• To Assist the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division in management and administration of project activities of the division.
• To undertake field surveys and laboratory work as assigned by the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.
• Maintaining regular communication on relevant matters within the team and timely reporting to the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.

         

            Qualification:

• Master’s degree in relevant disciplines of biological sciences including Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Zoology, Botany, Wildlife Sciences etc.

         

            Desired Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience of laboratory work in DNA based techniques, particularly DNA sequencing and microsatellite genotyping, population genetic data analysis.
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Fair knowledge on wildlife of northeast Indiaparticularly primates.
• Experience of fieldwork and ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.
• Experience of teamwork and good interpersonal communication skills.

           

            Preferred age group : Below 35 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

     How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com{(applications)(dot)(aaranyak)@gmail.com with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Researcher, WGD, Aaranyak”

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

Application deadline:  20^th May 2023

 

B. Designation: Project Assistant, Wildlife Genetics Division

Number of Position: One

Location: Guwahati

  Job Responsibilities:

• To assist Researchers at Wildlife Genetics Laboratory, Aaranyak in population genetic research work conducted under the supervision of Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.
• To assist inenzyme immunoassay-based analysis of fecal glucocorticoids.
• To undertake field surveys and laboratory work as assigned by the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.

 

Qualification:

• Master’s degree in relevant disciplines of biological sciences including Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Zoology, Botany, Wildlife Sciences etc.

 

Desired Experience:

• Prior experience of Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).
• Prior experience in DNA based techniques, such as DNA extraction, PCR etc.
• Ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.
• Ability to drive two-wheeler and four-wheeler vehicles and holds a valid driving license.    

 

Preferred age group : Below 30 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

        How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com {(applications)(dot)(aaranyak)@gmail.com}with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Project Assistant, WGD, Aaranyak”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

Application deadline:  20^th May 2023

 

 

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Advt-54

Opportunity to work on the Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP), Aaranyak

 

Job title: Assistant Community Coordinator

Division: Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP)

Location: This post is based in Bansbari area of Manas Natonal Park.

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Experience: 1 years of work in the relevant field.

Tenure: Initially one year with possibility of continuation based on performance.

Education Qualification: Degree in Sociology, Social Work, Cultural Studies, Geography, Extension Education (Agri. and allied discipline), Developmental Studies and/or related disciplines, or equivalent practical experience.

The Role:

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual who would like to engaged with local communities to reduce anthropogenic pressure on the Sub-Himalayan grasslands through conservation livelihoods, good governance and behaviour change. This role will support the Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme’s activities working with local communities under the guidance and association of the Community Coordinator and PHCP leadership. Working along the boundary of Manas National Park (MNP) to reduce anthropogenic pressure in the grasslands. The successful candidate will share our commitment to understand the drivers of anthropogenic pressure in the region and devising locally appropriate solutions to reduce the dependency of the local population on MNP. They will work closely with the Community Coordinator, PHCP team members, Durrell’s Conservation Livelihoods Manager, Conservation Science Manager and other members of the Field Programme teams and Aaranyak’s Livelihood Division.

 

For details please see the JOB DESCRIPTION

 

How to apply:

Please fill in the application form and send your CV and cover letter to <applications.aaranyak@gmail.com> clearly the stating the job you wish to apply for.

Application deadline:25^THMay 2023

 

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Advt-53

 

Vacancy for GIS Analyst Positions in Geo-spatial Technology & Application Division, Aaranyak

 

Designation: GIS Analyst, Geo-spatial Technology & Application Division

Number of Position: Two

Location: Guwahati

Job Responsibilities:

• To undertake Remote Sensing, GIS and GPS based analysis work of North East India.
• To undertake field surveys across North East India.
• To draft technical reports.

         

 Qualification:

• Master’s degree in Geoinformatics, Geography, Environmental Science, Zoology, Wildlife Sciences etc.

Or

• PG Diploma in Geo-informatics.

 

Desired Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Remote Sensing, GIS and GPS, particularly delineation works, Land Use/ Land Cover change analysis, Species Distribution modelling, Habitat connectivity & fragmentation modelling, Forest Canopy density modelling etc.
• Experience in handling Software’s like ERDAS, Arc GIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine etc.
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Experience of fieldwork and ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.
• Experience of teamwork and good interpersonal communication skills.

           

 Preferred age group: Below 35 year

 Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

 Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

 How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of GIS Analyst, GTAD, Aaranyak”

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

In-house employees of Aaranyak can also apply for the position

   Application deadline:  20^th May 2023

 

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Advt-52

Vacancy for the position of Office Support Staff

Please click the link for Assamese version of the vacancy advertisement

Aaranyak, a Scientific & Research Organisation working for biodiversity conservation in North East India is looking for a young, dynamic and hardworking professional with experience for Admin Division.

Position: Office Support Staff

No. of post : Two (2)

Educational Qualification: Minimum Higher Secondary (10+2)

Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of experience of performing admin related work in any organization

Compensation: Negotiable and based on experience and skills.

Preferred age group: Preferred age group to apply for this position is below 30 years.

 

Benefits:

• ESIC medical benefit for self & family members as per Govt. Act
• Accidental Insurance benefit only for self.
• Opportunity to learn.

 

Application deadline: 15^th May, 2023

 

Role and responsibility:

• Regular dusting and cleaning of office
• Serving tea/snacks in the office
• Purchasing goods for office
• Pantry Operations & Maintenance
• Maintaining basic hygiene in office
• Cleaning kitchen and washing utensils
• Assist with the day-to-day operations of an office
• Maintaining inward and outward flow Store Register at office
• Maintain filing system
• Hall arrangement for events/workshop/seminar etc.

 

Desirable Skill, Experience and knowledge:

• Proven experience in Admin role
• Proactive communication skills over phone and personal meetings.
• Logistics management skills and experience.
• Experience on coordinating and handling admin tasks
• Ability to work well under pressure and beyond office hours
• Computer knowledge
• Driving skills will be an added advantage.

 

Application procedure: Interested candidates may send their CV with cover letter highlighting their past experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com {(applications)(dot)(aaranyak)@ gmail.com}. You may also send hard copy to Aaranyak, 13, Tayab Ali Byelane, Bishnu Rabha Path, BeltolaTinali-Bhetapara link Road, P.O. Beltola, Guwahati, Assam, India –781028

 

Deserving candidates will be called for interview/skill test in due course.

 

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Advt-51

Vacancy for Research Staff Positions inWildlife Genetics Division, Aaranyak

 

A. Designation: Researcher, Wildlife Genetics Division

Number of Position: Two

Location: Guwahati

Job Responsibilities:

• To conduct population genetic research work on wildlife species of Northeast India in the Wildlife Genetics Laboratory of Aaranyak situated in Guwahati, Assam.
• To Assist the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division in management and administration of project activities of the division.
• To undertake field surveys and laboratory work as assigned by the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.
• Maintaining regular communication on relevant matters within the team and timely reporting to the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.

         

            Qualification:

• Master’s degree in relevant disciplines of biological sciences including Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Zoology, Botany, Wildlife Sciences etc.

         

            Desired Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience of laboratory work in DNA based techniques, particularly DNA sequencing and microsatellite genotyping, population genetic data analysis.
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Fair knowledge on wildlife of northeast Indiaparticularly primates.
• Experience of fieldwork and ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.
• Experience of teamwork and good interpersonal communication skills.

           

            Preferred age group : Below 35 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

     How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com{(applications)(dot)(aaranyak)@gmail.com with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Researcher, WGD, Aaranyak”

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

Application deadline:  15^th May 2023

 

B. Designation: Project Assistant, Wildlife Genetics Division

Number of Position: One

Location: Guwahati

  Job Responsibilities:

• To assist Researchers at Wildlife Genetics Laboratory, Aaranyak in population genetic research work conducted under the supervision of Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.
• To assist inenzyme immunoassay-based analysis of fecal glucocorticoids.
• To undertake field surveys and laboratory work as assigned by the Head, Wildlife Genetics Division.

 

Qualification:

• Master’s degree in relevant disciplines of biological sciences including Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Zoology, Botany, Wildlife Sciences etc.

 

Desired Experience:

• Prior experience of Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA).
• Prior experience in DNA based techniques, such as DNA extraction, PCR etc.
• Ability to work in difficult physical conditions in remote places of northeast India.
• Ability to drive two-wheeler and four-wheeler vehicles and holds a valid driving license.    

 

Preferred age group : Below 30 years

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience, and qualification.

Type of contract: Annual (Initial term is for one year with possibility of long-term engagement based on the annual performance appraisal).

        How to apply: Interested candidate may send their detailed CV with cover letter highlighting their experience to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com {(applications)(dot)(aaranyak)@gmail.com}with a clear subject line – “Application for the position of Project Assistant, WGD, Aaranyak”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further.

Application deadline:  15^th May 2023

 

 

Background:

The Natural Resource Management programme of Aaranyak is planning to initiate extensive applied research on ecorestoration of degraded habitats and landscapes in NE India region to understand and develop appropriate and habitat specific restoration models that can be replicated across larger landscapes. The research should ideally ensure that all knowledge and practices available with experts, agencies and local communities are collated, synthesized and applied in practice as small models to learn and document the process of restoration in a specific habitat or landscape. Followed by the experiments the best models should be replicable widely and extensively to restore larger degraded habitats and landscapes. The applied research should lead to quality publications and into PhD theses. The researcher/s should be competent or have basic skills to perform the following responsibilities with minimum guidance from the supervisor.

This position is open to Indian National only and preference will be given to candidates from indigenous communities.

Responsibilities:

1. Action research that leads to direct restoration of forests/habitats in degraded forested landscapes.
2. Review of literature on forestry, agroforestry and restoration ecology to prepare appropriate notes for local strategic planning.
3. Prepare appropriate methodology for field research in consultation with subject experts.
4. Participatory research for eco-restoration with local communities with appropriate use of local history, traditional knowledge and modern scientific techniques.
5. Implement activities and monitor periodic progress with appropriate data analysis and reporting.
6. Lead team to collect field data, manage databases and analyse using appropriate tools.
7. Prepare technical reports on research and conservation actions by the team.
8. Coordination with the key stakeholders and share findings through regular meetings.

Required Qualification:

Postgraduate degree in Botany, Forestry, Ecology, Conservation sciences, Life Sciences or any other subject.

Most desirable qualities:

Passionate about conservation and ecological research, desire to accomplish a PhD degree, hardworking and able to work in a team, thinker with adaptive qualities, task and time management quality, fit to work in tough terrain for long hours and live with very basic amenities for long durations.

Fellowship/honorarium and benefits:

Honorarium/fellowship (for researcher) is based on knowledge and experiences usually ranging from 20000 to 30000. All field related expenses are covered. Health and accidental insurance is provided by the organization.

Apprentice period:

The position will be subject to training period for 3-6 months or as may be required from person to person and remuneration for that period will be at per standard apprentice remuneration provided by the organization.

Read this advertisement before you apply. Deadline 25 March 2022.

Send your CV with a cover note to email ID - applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

 

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Advt-20

Volunteer opportunity for conservation of Asian elephant in Meghalaya

Duration: 1^st March to 30 June 2022

Aaranyak is launching research and conservation-based project on the Asian elephants in Meghalaya. The project aims to conduct occupancy modelling, population monitoring surveys and inter-state movement of elephants covering the entire protected area network and community forests across the state. The survey includes rigorous fieldwork in hilly and rough terrain to collect data on Asian elephants.  

Applications are invited from India citizens, preferably young, dynamic and enthusiastic persons willing to contribute to the cause of conservation of elephants in Meghalaya. The opportunity will be a voluntary service with support limited to food and moderate lodging facilities in field, medical insurance during fieldwork. Prior experience of working in harsh conditions like in hilly terrain, climbing for hours in wildlife habitats, knowledge on local Khasi, Garo and Jayantia languages will be preferred.

The volunteer will support with data collection and management along with a team of biologists from Aaranyak. During fieldwork, the entire team will be accompanied by staff from the Department.

The volunteer will gain significant knowledge on Asian elephant research and conservation along with building capacity on wildlife research in general.

 

Interested individual may contact and send their short CV to:  abhijit@aaranyak.org

WhatsApp Number- 88762 75975

 

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Are you ready to start your internship?

Learn the basics of Remote Sensing and GIS through internship programme in Geo-spatial Technology and application Division (GTAD), Aaranyak and avail a certificate.

The programme is scheduled to begin on 20^th January, 2022 and will continue for one month, unpaid intership opportunity ending on 20^th February 2022.

Who can apply?

Having background of Geography, Geology, Zoology, Botany,  Environmental Science, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent.

Task: Plotting of coordinates, Image interpretation and digitization.

The position is based at GTAD lab, Aaranyak Research Office, 12 Kanaklata Path, Ajanta Path, Survey Beltola, Guwahati-28.

If you are interested, please write to:  internship@aaranyak.org  by 17^th January, 2022.

 

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Advt-19

 

Job Description for Intern

 

Division: Elephant Research and Conservation Division, Aaranyak

Job Title: Intern

Duration: Three months, with possibility of upgrade

Report to: Deputy Manager

Location: Primarily Manas National Park and Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary of Assam

Project Background: Globally, habitat degradation and destruction are the biggest threat that wildlife is facing currently. To protect the highly threatened species and safeguard human well-being, it is essential that we work towards habitat recovery and enrichment through ecosystem restoration approach. We, at Aaranyak has initiated habitat restoration at various places, primarily in Manas National Park, eastern buffer of Chirang Ripu Elephant Reserve and Nagaon district in Assam, with a plan to expand our work in other areas as well. The goal of this initiative is to protect and revive degraded habitats to ensure long-term conservation of threatened fauna and ensure ecosystem services to local communities.

Job Purpose: We are looking for an intern, preferably with Botany/Forestry background with an objective to collect various ecological data on habitat across Aaranyak’s various field sites to facilitate long term habitat monitoring and restoration. The candidate needs to collect vegetation data, conduct basic field taxonomy (of plants) and maintain database of the same. The intern will have the following roles and responsibilities, but not limited to-

• Collecting systematic data on vegetation/habitat parameters/environmental parameters using standard datasheets

• Use various devices such as GPS or mobile tracking to facilitate data collection

• Management of data and basic analysis and report writing

He/She will be provided with basic accommodation and food during fieldwork at our basecamps. We are looking forward for a motivated, hardworking candidate who can work independently, have good spirit and can work with the team as well.  We are inclusive towards creative ideas and critical thinking.

Knowledge and Skill:

• Have a Master’s degree, preferably in Botany or Forestry with an interest on vegetation/habitat work

• Good taxonomical (plant identification) skill and knowledge

• Have good qualitative and quantitative analytical skills and knowledge on application of various data analysis platforms such as R, QGIS and others

• Have good writing and verbal communication skills

• Passionate about working in field and for conservation, ability to work in harsh condition and independently

• Preferences will be given to the candidate with driving skills (motorbike or four-wheeler)

• Ability to deliver the project outputs and meet deadlines

Honorarium: An honorarium will be paid during the internship period depending on skill and knowledge of the candidate.

Last Date: 31^st December, 2021.

Interested candidate may send their CV and a statement of Purpose within 300 words at alolika@aaranyak.org

 

 

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Advt-18

Vacancy of Secretary

Aaranyak, a premier NGO working in the field of applied research and conservation of biodiversity in NE India, is looking for a Secretary who will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Aaranyak.

 

Role and responsibility:

• The key role of this position is to provide quick administrative support in the delivery of assignments and initiatives on behalf of the CEO’s office as and when required.

 

Qualification, Experience and Skills:

• The candidate should have atleast a bachelor degree in the field of management and should have excellent written and oral skills.

• Candidates with some experience with financial planning and HR management shall get priority.
• The candidate should have atleast five years of experience working in related domain
• Must have excellent coordination skills and team spirit.

 

Preferred age group

• Preferred age group to apply for this position is 30-40 years.

 

Application procedure: Send CV to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

 

Last date for submission of application:  27^th November, 2021 upto 5 pm.

 

Benefits:

• Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.
• Scope to develop leadership, knowledge and experience.
• Opportunity to travel and learn.

 

Honorarium: Negotiable based on experience.

 

Interested candidates may send a full page write up explaining why he/she feels that he/she is a good candidate for this position for consideration by the employer along with a recent resume.

 

Shortlisted candidates shall be invited for interview.

 

 

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Advt-17

 

Opportunity to work with Aaranyak - Socioeconomic assessment of fringe villages of three Protected Forests and landscape of Meghalaya

Knowledge and Experiences expected:
1. Basic understanding about community assets, developmental assets and infrastructure, natural resources and livelihood dependence of local people, green livelihoods, Livelihood and skill related policies and programs, etc.
2. Literature survey on natural resources, natural resource management practices, land tenure system, traditional knowledge-based practices, traditional livelihood practices, NTFP base practices, rural employment, rural micro-entrepreneurship, etc.
3. Collection, compilation and analysis of secondary demographic and socioeconomic data up to village level.
4. Questionnaire based survey at household level in selected villages from around the three protected areas, viz. Narpuh Wildlife Sanctuary and Saipung RF, Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary and Reserve Forests and Balphakram National Park and Baghmara RF.
5. Organize and run Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) in villages using the tool of timeline, seasonality, dependency analysis, wellbeing ranking and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with the villager ensuring participation of village institution leaders, elderly men and women, young men and women, etc.
6. Basic knowledge/hands on expertise on Google Earth or other GIS tools.
7. Review of existing policy/programme/schemes about natural resources, their management, land tenure, rural development, agriculture development, skill development, tourism, rural entrepreneurship, women empowerment, environmental education, etc.
8. Data organizing and basic data analysis skill with help statistical software like SPSS/Excel along with weighted scoring, ranking and matrix analysis for qualitative data.
9. Basic knowledge and experience of organizing and reporting of consultation workshops and group discussions.

Language Skills: All three or two or anyone of Pnar, Khasi and Garo. Additionally English (speaking, reading and writing).

Duration and Remuneration: The selected candidate will go through required training and apprentice process for one/two months and followed by independent field research for three months, which may be extended if necessary.

1. One/two months of Apprentice period: Trainee Remuneration INR15000/month.

2. Three months of Research tenure: Remuneration varies from INR18000-22000 and is based on skills and experiences.
Logistics: All travel and Field expenses of researchers is covered by the employer.

Please email your CV to : applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

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Opportunity for Vets to work on pygmy hogs under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP), Aaranyak

Job title: Captive Breeding Manager
Division: Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP)
Location: Primarily based at Pygmy Hog Research and Breeding centre, Basistha, Guwahati and also need to go to Pygmy Hog Pre-release centre, Potasali, Near Nameri National Park and occasionally to Manas National Park, Orang National Park and other project site.
Minimum Qualification:  Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry.
Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.
Tenure: This is a long term position, (Initially one year with possibility of continuation based on performance).
The Role
We are currently seeking a highly motivated, dynamic and ambitious veterinarian who desires to work in the field of captive management and healthcare of wild animals for Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) of TSRP. This role will manage captive pygmy hog populations in the PHCP facilities in Assam, including healthcare and clinical care and involving innovative research. Project officer will manage pygmy hogs’ captive facilities in Assam, including management of site and infrastructure, onsite staff and intern/volunteers. This role may also need to involve in the community livestock health care programme of the PHCP.
For details please see the JOB DESCRIPTION
How to apply
Please fill in the application form and send your CV and cover letter to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com (cc parag.deka@durrell.org) clearly the stating the job you wish to apply for.
Application deadline: Monday 18th October 2021

 

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Opportunities for the Field Biologist and Research Assistant

Applications are invited by Aaranyak for its Tiger Research and Conservation Division (TRCD) from passionate, dedicated, and resourceful Indian citizens who would be interested to work in the long-term research and conservation projects on predators, prey and their ecology in NE India.

Description of work:

The selected candidates will be engaged in our ongoing projects that are being currently implemented in various parts of the region.

PhD Opportunity: Candidate with interested in Ph.D. degree would get preference.

Academic Qualification:

1. Field Biologists: M.Sc in Zoology/ Wildlife Sciences/ Environmental Science / Life Sciences/ Computer Science/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics/ Engineering or other appropriate subjects with a minimum aggregate score of 50%.

2. Research Assistant: BA/B.Sc in any discipline.

Other Desirables:

• Interest in applied conservation/ecological research.
• Competent to live and work in remote areas and cultures.
• Excellent communication (written and vocabulary) skill in English and Assamese or other languages. [Position of Field Biologist]
• Excellent knowledge of computer applications (MS Office), Google Earth and fair knowledge of data analysis tools. [Position of Field Biologist]
• Ready to travel extensively across northeast at short notice.
• Physically fit and able to walk about 10-15 km/day even in hilly terrain.
• Ability to work independently and lead a small team of 2-3 persons.

Age limit: Below 30 years as on 01-10-2021

Number of Posts:

Field Biologist: 02

Research Assistant: 02

Honorarium: Negotiable. Commensurate to experiences.

Application deadline: 05 October, 2021

Application procedure: Kindy share your CV with a cover letter with us at applications.aaranyak@gmail.com and cc to dipankar@aaranyak.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be communicated viz email/phone for personnel interview, written test and visit the field sites.

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Aaranyak, a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization, working for biodiversity research and conservation in North East India is seeking a dynamic and hardworking professional with experience for a Post of Public Relation Executive with immediate effect. The position is based at Guwahati, Assam. Please apply with recent CV and a one-page Statement of Purpose.

Expectation:

The person will be responsible to create, maintain and enhance the reputation of the organization and shall also work towards creating and ameliorating the goodwill of the organization. This will help in creating a favourable public image of the organisation by strengthening its credibility and suggest competent authority in the organisation with regards to emerging issues related to thrust areas of Aaranyak.

Essential Qualification:

Masters in Social Science/ Public Relations/Mass Communications, or any other related subjects with sound knowledge on environment, conservation issues and forests of North East India.

Desirable Qualification:

• Strong communication ability (oral and written) both in Assamese and English and interpersonal skills
• Proven experience as Public Relation/Admin role
• Excellent organizational skills
• Adequate computer skill with layout design, web design, image editing, video editing
• Having team spirit
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Creativity and problem-solving aptitude
• Experience on coordinating and handling administrative tasks
• Logistic management skill

Experience: Minimum of 2 years

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Attend events to enhance public relations and document the events
• Strengthen dissemination of key activities to reach out to wider audiences and readers through proactive public relations
• Building positive relationships with stakeholders, and the public
• Proactively prepare various PR content for different platforms based on activities and distribute such PR content for wider documentation in print and electronic sectors engaged in reaching to wider audience
• Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising to organise special public events in order to gain public attention
• Visit field sites of Aaranyak for collection and appropriate use of information to create contents that further enhance image building exercise of the organisation
• Perform basic admin duties, such as coordinating and monitoring administrative work, assisting the Manager Admin for smooth functioning of the office

 

Honorarium: Negotiable based on experience and skills.

Application Deadline:  20 August, 2021

Application procedure:

Send CV and Statement of Purpose to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be called/emailed for interview.

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Apprentice on Herpetological Researcher in the Northeast India

Herpetofauna Research and Conservation Division (HRCD)

Applications along with CV are invited from interested candidates who would be interested to learn herpetology hands-on and work long term (leading to PhD degree) on extensive ecological research. The work starts with hands-on training as an apprentice for six months which may be converted into a long term PhD oriented research on ecology of amphibians and reptiles for suitable candidates. Interest in herpetofauna and ecological research is a very basic requirement.

Essential Qualification: M.Sc in Zoology / Wildlife Sciences/ Environmental Science / Life Sciences or other appropriate subjects with a minimum aggregate score of 60%.

Desirable Qualification:

• Interest in herpetological and ecological research.
• Able to live and work in remote hill terrain and culture.
• Have experience of basic review work and field research.
• Field experience in environmental and biological monitoring.
• Experience in handling various tools or equipment for research and monitoring.
• Excellent knowledge of computers and fair knowledge on data analysis tools.
• Must be physically fit and able to live with very basic amenities in remote villages and able to walk about 10-15 km daily in hilly terrain both during day and night.
• Should be able to work independently would lead a small team of 2-3 persons.
• Preference will be given to those who have knowledge on herpetofauna (amphibian) species identification and field experience in herpetological research activities.

Age limit: Below 28 years as on 01-08-2021

Description of Research:

• Carry out literature review of amphibians and reptiles of Northeast India.
• Expand scope of review to neighbouring regions and countries and prepare databases.
• Implement field research on ecology of amphibians and reptiles in a himalayan river basin at an altitudinal gradient.
• Generate species occurrence data using standard techniques and maintain a database.
• Identification of amphibians and Reptiles using standard taxonomic process.

Duration: Apprentice duration is for six months which may lead to a research fellowship for a PhD program.

Compensation: Three months of the apprentice period is without any compensation. In the later half there will be a lump sum honorarium. Research Fellowship what would follow will be as per standard norms as applicable for JRF.

Application deadline: 25 August 2021

Application procedure:

i) Email your full CV with a cover letter.

ii) Send the abstract of your MSc dissertation (word limit 200).

Email application: applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be called/email for interview (online).

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Advt-12

Invitation for Short term Assignment/Volunteer to document Historical records of Grassland and wildlife in erstwhile Cooch Behar state and Western Assam for Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme

We invite highly motivated candidates for a short-term Assignment/Volunteering for 45 to 60 days to document Historical records of Grassland and wildlife in erstwhile Cooch Behar and Western Assam.

1. About PHCP:

The Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) is a partnership project, implemented by Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, Aaranyak and the Forest Department, Government of Assam. PHCP was founded in 1995 by Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust in collaboration with the IUCN/SSC Pig Specialist Group, Assam Forest Department and the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India.

The goal of the programme is to protect and restore wild populations of the Endangered pygmy hog and its threatened sub-Himalayan grassland habitat, and in doing so protect other grassland-dependent species and the valuable ecosystem services that healthy grasslands provide for local communities.  Major activities under the PHCP include conservation breeding and reintroduction of pygmy hogs, post release monitoring, grassland management and restoration in the release sites, and community engagement to reduce anthropogenic pressures on the grasslands, primarily around Manas National Park (MNP).

2. Job description:

The candidates need to review selected literature on hunting records along with documenting historical natural history trends from 1850 to 1970 in erstwhile Cooch Behar state and Western Assam. The review comprises of hunting diary review, review of colonial forest records, Open-source search for photographic evidence and digitization of data points corresponding with present day spatial locations. The objective of the study is to enumerate and create a historical database of Sub Himalayan natural history for present day North Bengal and Western Assam.

3. Desired qualifications:

The candidates should purse Social Science, History, Political Science, Geography, Anthropology, Archelogy or Basic Science with aptitude for interdisciplinary study and some relevant exposures to GIS. The candidate needs to have good English writing skill and well verse with MS Excel and Google Earth. 

4. Last date: Open position till suitable candidate is not selected

Interested candidates may please send your CV and Letter of Interest to:

Dr. Parag Jyoti Deka, Project Director

Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme

Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust

&

Programme Manager

Threatened Species Recovery Programme

Aaranyak

Mob: +91(0)9435016246

Email: parag.deka@durrell.org

Or

Dr. Dhritiman Das, Field Scientist

Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme

Mob: 9435561541

Email: Dhritiman.das@durrell.org

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Advt-11

 

Vacancy of Senior Executive

Aaranyak is looking for a senior executive who will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer.

Role and responsibility:

• The key role of this position is to provide quick administrative support in the delivery of assignments and initiatives on behalf of the CEO’s office as and when required.

Qualification, Experience and Skills:

• The candidate should have atleast a bachelor degree in the field of management and should have excellent written and oral skills.

• Candidates with some experience with financial planning and HR management shall get priority.
• The candidate should have atleast five years of experience working in related domain
• Must have excellent coordination skills and team spirit.

Preferred age group

• Preferred age group to apply for this position is 30-40 years.

Application procedure: Send CV to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Last date for submission of application:  30^th June, 2021 upto 5 pm.

Benefits:

• Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.
• Scope to develop leadership, knowledge and experience.
• Opportunity to travel and learn.

Honorarium: Negotiable based on experience.

Interested candidates may send a full page write up explaining why he/she feels that he/she is a good candidate for this position for consideration by the employer along with a recent resume.

Shortlisted candidates shall be invited for interview.

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Opportunity to work with Aaranyak under the Public Relation Domain

Job title: Intern, Public Relations

Organisation: Aaranyak

Location: Based at Guwahati Office, Aaranyak (with occasional field visits)

Age limit: Below 30 years as on April 30, 2021

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Tenure: Initially of three months with possibility of promotion and continuation based on

performance.

Role

We seek for a highly motivated individual who is interested to work as public relation

personnel and has knowledge of environmental/conservation issues. The role of the intern

includes developing content for Aaranyak’s social media outlets, coordinate the work for

organisation’s various publications, field visits to document Aaranyak’s activities,

networking with different media outlets and create, maintain and enhance the reputation of

the organization.

Essential Qualification

Masters in Social Science/Public Relations/Mass Communications, or any other related

subjects with sound knowledge on environment, conservation issues and forests of North East

India.

Desirable Qualifications

-   Strong communication ability (both oral and written) in Assamese and English languages   and interpersonal skills

-   Excellent organisational skills

- Adequate skills on MS Office, Web Design, Photo and Video Editing

- Having team spirit

- Ability to work well under pressure

-   Creativity and problem-solving aptitude

How to apply

Please send your CV and Statement of Purpose (one-page write-up) to

applications.aaranyak@gmail.com clearly the stating the job you wish to apply for.

Application deadline: 27th April 2021

 

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Advt-09

Opportunity to work with community under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP), Aaranyak

Job title: Community Coordinator

Division: Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP)

Location: Fringe area of Manas National Park, Bansbari

Age limit: Below 30 years as on March 31, 2020

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Tenure: Initially one year with possibility of continuation based on performance.

The Role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual who has knowledge of environmental issues and how they integrate with livelihoods and rural development issues. This role will lead on the Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme’s activities working with local communities along the boundary of Manas National Park (MNP) to reduce anthropogenic pressure in the grasslands. Community coordinator will develop and implementation of strategies for community engagement to affect maximum behavioural change among those community members who utilise park resources most.

For details please see the JOB DESCRIPTION

How to apply

Please fill in the application form and send your CV and cover letter to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com (cc parag.deka@durrell.org) clearly the stating the job you wish to apply for.

Application deadline: Saturday 24th April 2021

APPLICATION FORM

 

 

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Advt-08

Invitation for Apprentice under the Legal and Advocacy Division

About LAD: A division that addresses the illegal wildlife crime and policy reforms to enhance wildlife conservation and protection in North Eastern region of India.

Minimum Qualification: Graduate in Zoology, Wildlife Science, Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences and LLB/LLM.

Responsibility

• To assist division head in conducting workshops/training for target groups.
• To gather information on current status of wildlife cases in Assam and create a data base

Desirable qualification, Skill

• Interest in Environmental, Wildlife and forest laws
• Must have excellent coordination skills and team spirit.

Age limit: Below 30 years as on 01-01-2021

Duration: 2 months

Honorarium: A lump sum honorarium of Rupees Five thousand per month.

Application deadline: 23 February 2021

Application procedure:

1. Send your full CV and application
2. Email to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com {(applications)(dot)(aaranyak)@gmail.com}

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be called/email for interview within February 2021.

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Vacancy of Manager (Elephant Research and Conservation Division)

Aaranyak is looking for a dynamic and hardworking professional for a Manager for its Elephant Research and Conservation Division. The position is based at Guwahati, Assam.

Role and responsibility:

• The key role of the Manager for Elephant Research and Conservation Division of Aaranyak shall be to assist HoD of the division
• Implement 20 years elephant conservation plan of the organization and resource generation to carry out yearly elephant conservation activities.
• Liaison with various Govt departments/institutions in elephant bearing areas of Northeast India.

Minimum Qualification:  

• He/she should have at alteast a Master degree with atleast 10 years of field experience or Ph.D degree with 5 years of field experiences and working with local, national and international organisation.

Desired Qualifications:

• He/she should be familiar with project writing, log frame, scientific papers, report writing and able to conduct workshops/training for target groups.
• Work experience in different parts of India shall be an advantage.

Application procedure: Send CV to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Last date for submission/send application:  25 January, 2021 upto 5 pm.

Benefits:

• Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.
• Opportunity to travel and learn.

Honorarium: Negotiable based on experience.

Interested candidate may send their resume highlighting their past experience working in the field of wildlife conservation and half page write up with regards to why he/she feels that he/she would be the suitable person for this position.

Invitation for Apprentice under the Geo-spatial Technology and Application Division

About GTAD: Geo-Spatial Technology Application Division (GTAD) was established more than a decade ago with an aim to strengthen, of the inclusion of scientific and technological temperament in wildlife and its habitat studies and outreach activities.

Job description: The candidate need to delineate along with attribute generation for the Land use and land cover based on Google Earth Pro software and Sentinel 2 data. If required, the candidate needs to visit field sites for field data collection.

Essential Qualification: Masters Degree in Geography/Geology/Environmental science/ Zoology/ Wildlife Sciences or other appropriate subjects with a minimum aggregate score of 55%.

Desirable Qualification:

• Have experience in Remote Sensing, GIS and GPS with ERDAS Imagine, Arc GIS and QGIS Software’s.
• Field experience in field data collection using GPS.

Age limit: Below 30 years as on 01-01-2020

4.  Duration: 2 months

5.  Honorarium: A lump sum honorarium of Rupees Five thousand per month.

Application deadline: 21 December 2020

Application procedure:

Email your full CV and application to : applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be called/email for interview within December 2020.

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Advt-07

Invitation for Internships under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme, Aaranyak for Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme

We invite highly motived candidates for Internships in a study to understand impacts from domestic cattle grazing on vegetation structure and soil compaction in sub- Himalayan grasslands.

1. About PHCP:

The Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) is a collaborative project of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, IUCN/SSC Wild Pig Specialist Group, Forest Department – Govt. of Assam and the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Changes, Govt. of India and with Aaranyak and EcoSystems-India as local partners. The main aim of this collaborative programme is conservation of the pygmy hogs through conservation breeding and reintroductions after restoration of degraded former habitats. The PHCP is currently guided by Durrell’s ‘Rewild Our World’ strategy and two associated plans, the Manas Plan and the Pygmy Hog Plan, which mapped out the programme until 2025.The Manas Plan is focusing restoration of grassland habitat through habitat study for designing best practice for habitat management and reconnecting fringe community to reduce anthropogenic pressure in Manas and the Pygmy Hog Plan enable to continue conservation breeding and reintroduction for reviving the pygmy hog population.

2. Job description:

The candidates need to conduct the baseline study to assess extent of impacts from domestic cattle on vegetation structure and soil compaction at our sites. The candidate will be required to collect soil compaction data, different habitat data and to design the study for better understanding of cattle grazing.

3. Desired qualifications:

The candidates should have at least a pursuing Masters Degree in Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Environmental science and allied disciplines  and some relevant experience in field
biology. The candidate need to well versed with remote field conditions.

4. Duration: 4 -6 months

Interested candidates may please send your CV and Letter of Interest to:
Dr. Parag Jyoti Deka, Project Director
Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust
&
Programme Manager
Threatened Species Recovery Programme
Aaranyak
Mob: +91(0)9435016246
Email: parag.deka@durrell.org

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Invitation for Internships under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme, Aaranyak for Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme

We invite highly motived candidates for Internships in a study on terrestrial invertebrate community in sub- Himalayan grasslands.

1. About PHCP:

The Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) is a collaborative project of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, IUCN/SSC Wild Pig Specialist Group, Forest Department – Govt. of Assam and the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Changes, Govt. of India and with Aaranyak and EcoSystems-India as local partners. The main aim of this collaborative programme is conservation of the pygmy hogs through conservation breeding and reintroductions after restoration of degraded former habitats. The PHCP is currently guided by Durrell’s ‘Rewild Our World’ strategy and two associated plans, the Manas Plan and the Pygmy Hog Plan, which mapped out the programme until 2025.The Manas Plan is focusing restoration of grassland habitat through habitat study for designing best practice for habitat management and reconnecting fringe community to reduce anthropogenic pressure in Manas and the Pygmy Hog Plan enable to continue conservation breeding and reintroduction for reviving the pygmy hog population.

2. Job description:

The candidates need to assess how pygmy hog presence/abundance varies with terrestrial invertebrate community composition, richness and abundance. The candidate will be required to conduct soil invertebrate sampling design and implementation, identification of species, and collect other habitat data.

3. Desired qualifications:

The candidates should have at least a pursuing Masters Degree in Zoology, Ecology, Environmental science and allied disciplines and some relevant experience in field entomology. The candidate need to well versed with field entomology and basic invertebrate identification.

4. Duration: 4 - 6 months

Interested candidates may please send your CV and Letter of Interest to:
Dr. Parag Jyoti Deka, Project Director
Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust
& Programme Manager
Threatened Species Recovery Programme
Aaranyak
Mob: +91(0)9435016246
Email: parag.deka@durrell.org

 

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Advertisement for Apprentice on Herpetological Researcher in the Northeast India

Herpetofauna Research and Conservation Division (HRCD), Aaranyak

Applications along with CV are invited from interested candidates who would be interested to learn herpetology hands-on and work long term (leading to PhD degree) on extensive ecological research. The work starts with hands-on training as an apprentice for six months which may be converted into a long term PhD oriented research on ecology of amphibians and reptiles for suitable candidates. Interest in herpetofauna and ecological research is a very basic requirement.

Essential Qualification: M.Sc in Zoology/ Wildlife Sciences/ Environmental Science / Life Sciences or other appropriate subjects with a minimum aggregate score of 60%.

Desirable Qualification:

• Interest in herpetological and ecological research.
• Able to live and work in remote hill terrain and culture.
• Have experience of basic review work and field research.
• Field experience in environmental and biological monitoring.
• Experience in handling various tools or equipment for research and monitoring.
• Excellent knowledge of computers and fair knowledge on data analysis tools.
• Must be physically fit and able to live with very basic amenities in remote villages and able to walk about 10-15 km daily in hilly terrain both during day and night.
• Should be able to work independently would lead a small team of 2-3 persons.

Age limit: Below 28 years as on 01-01-2020

Description of Research:

• Carry out literature review of amphibians and reptiles of Northeast India.
• Expand scope of review to neighbouring regions and countries and prepare databases.
• Implement field research on ecology of amphibians and reptiles in a himalayan river basin at an altitudinal gradient.
• Generate species occurrence data using standard techniques and maintain a database.
• Identification of amphibians and Reptiles using standard taxonomic process.

Duration: Apprentice duration is for six months which may lead to a research fellowship for a PhD program.

Compensation: Three months of the apprentice period is without any compensation. In the later half there will be a lump sum honorarium. Research Fellowship what would follow will be as per standard norms as applicable for JRF.

Application deadline: 10 November 2020

Application procedure:

i)  Email your full CV.

ii) Send the abstract of your MSc dissertation (word limit 200).

Email application: applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be called/email for interview (online).

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Announcement of vacancy in the Geo-Spatial Technology and Application Division (GTAD), Aaranyak

Aaranyak, a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization working for biodiversity research and conservation in North East India, is seeking dynamic and hardworking professional in Geo-spatial Technology and Application Division (GTAD). Interested candidates are requested to apply with recent CV highlighting with relevant documents/testimonials.

Position: Geospatial Analyst

Responsibility:

i).    Carry out core mapping and analysis using RS & GIS software

ii).   Carry out field work in research sites of Aaranyak (mainly in North East India).

iii). Assist Manager, GTAD in writing scientific reports, research papers and  imparting short courses on RS/GIS/GPS training and preparation of training manuals.

Educational Qualification:

1. Post Graduate in a relevant subjects (i.e. Geo-informatics, Geography, Environmental Science, Forestry, Geology, or any other relevant subject).

 

Desired Qualifications & experiences:

1. Use of ERDAS, Arc GIS and Google Earth Pro are mandatory. Preference will be given to those having working capability of using QGIS, R, Google Earth Engine, SNAP, Hydrological modelling software’s etc.
2. Preference will be given to candidates done Certificate or diploma course in RS/GIS/GPS.
3. Preference will be given to those having previous experiences in application of RS/GIS/GPS in Biodiversity research.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication in English, Hindi and Assamese.

 

Age limit: Below 33 years as on September 30, 2020

 

• Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

 

•  

1. Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.
2. Scope to develop leadership, knowledge and experience.

 

• Initially one year with possibility of continuation based on performance.

 

Application deadline: October 15, 2020.

Application procedure:

1. Email your full CV with a photograph.
2. Send a 100 words write-up against justification of your candidature.
3. Send these to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

 

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview/practical test in due course.

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Opportunity to work with Aaranyak

Aaranyak, a Scientific Research Organization working for biodiversity conservation in North East India is seeking a dynamic and hardworking professional with experience for the following post, with immediate effect. Interested candidates are requested to apply with recent CV along with relevant documents/testimonials.

Position: Marketing Consultant in Livelihood Division

Role and Responsibilities

• Facilitate formation and mentoring of a FPO (Farmers Producers Organization) in Manas Landscape and strengthening a Cooperative in Kaziranga-Karbi Landscape
• Promotion of brands created for marketing of community-based products in Manas Landscape and in Kaziranga-Karbi Landscape
• Mentoring on entrepreneurship and financial management of groups
• Facilitate Banking activities of the groups
• Facilitate in pricing, packaging of various products of Manas Landscape and Kaziranga-Karbi Landscape
• Facilitate and coordinate with market agencies (both online and offline)
• Training and capacity building of local communities, SHGs in value addition, pricing and packaging of various community-based products. 

Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in marketing or a related field

Experience and other requirements

• Proven working experience in marketing both online and offline
• Experience leading and managing Cooperative and FPO
• Experience in mentoring and training SHG, communities on marketing
• Strong communication skills.

Location: Field, Home and Office

Honorarium: Negotiable based on the experiences

Contract Period: Initially 6 months and may extend for another one year based on the performance

Application procedure: Send detailed CV with a photograph to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com       

Last date to send application: 30 September, 2020

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in due course.

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Opportunity to work as an Intern (Field Biology) under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP), Aaranyak

Aaranyak plans to recruit a young, hard working person for Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) of TSRP who desires to work with field team in Manas and other sites.

Position: Intern (Field Biology).

Responsibility:

• To assist in plant ecological study in different field sites.
• To collect various habitat and ecological data on ecosystem process. 
• Assist the Field Scientist and his team and in different field activities. These also include sign survey, camera trapping, radio telemetry, data management, report writing and training.

Minimum Qualification:  Graduate in Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences and related disciplines.

Desired Qualifications:

• Interest in Plant Ecology.
• Some exposure to Plant Taxonomy.
• Some relevant experience in field research in Assam or elsewhere.
• Working knowledge of computer.

Age limit: Below 25 years as on September, 2020.

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Tenure: Initially six months with possibility of continuation based on performance.

Location: Manas National Park and other field sites.

Application deadline: September 15th, 2020.

Application procedure:

• Detailed CV with a photograph.
• A 100 words write-up on ‘Why do you want to join this position’.
• Name, email ID and contact number of two referees who would be able to provide professional information about you, if required (please take their consent).
• Send these to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com (cc parag.deka@durrell.org).
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in the last week of September 2020.

 

Vacancy of Senior Manager (Legal and Advocacy Division)

Aaranyak is looking for a dynamic and hardworking professional for a Senior Manager for its Legal and Advocacy Division. The position is based at Guwahati, Assam.

Role and responsibility:

• The key role of the Senior Manager for Legal and Advocacy Division of Aaranyak shall be to assist HoD of the division

• Prepare 3-5 year operational plan and resource generation to intensify the activities of the LAD

Minimum Qualification:  

• He/she should have at alteast a Bachelor degree with atleast 10 years of field experience working with local, national and international organisation.

Desired Qualifications:

• He/she should be familiar with project writing, log frame, report writing and able to conduct workshops for target groups.

• Work experience in North East India and south and south East Asia shall be an advantage.

Application procedure: Send CV to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Last date for submission/send application:  25^th June, 2020 4 pm.

Benefits:

• Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.

• Opportunity to travel and learn.

Honorarium: Negotiable based on experience.

Interested candidate may send their 2 page resume highlighting their past experience working in the field of wildlife conservation and half page write up with regards to why he/she feels that he/she would be the fit person for this position.

 

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 1. Vacancy of Accounts Assistant

Aaranyak, a Scientific Research Organization working for biodiversity conservation in
North East India is seeking a dynamic and hardworking professional with experience for
the following post, with immediate effect. The position is based at Guwahati, Assam.
Interested candidates are requested to apply with recent CV along with relevant
documents/testimonials.

Post: Accounts Assistant

Application procedure: Send CV to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Last date to send application: 24 February, 2020

Educational Qualification: Minimum Bachelor degree in Commerce.
Other Qualifications: Desirable qualifications, skills etc. are as follows-
- Proficiency in Accounting software Tally ERP9
- Adequate computer skill, specially working knowledge on MS Excel, MS
Office etc.
- Working knowledge on online platform like Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.
- Having team spirit
- Creativity and problem-solving aptitude
- Ability to work well under pressure

Experience: Minimum one year experience of performing Accounting work in a reputed
NGO or other organization.
Honorarium: Negotiable based on experience and job knowledge
Benefits:
- Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.
- Scope to develop leadership, knowledge and experience

Deserving candidates will be called for interview/skill test in due course.

 

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2. Assistant Manager/Project Officer- Accounts and Logistics

Aaranyak, a biodiversity conservation NGO in India is seeking dynamic, creative and hardworking

conservation minded young professionals for the following post, with immediate effect. Apply with a
recent CV. Positions are subject to annual contracts, renewable annually through performance evaluation.
Positions require travel and often operate independently.

Email: applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Last Date to send CV: 29 February 2020

Job Responsibilities:
-Manage multiple project expenses on a day to day basis with minimum guidance.
- Integrated financial management using MS Excel (offline) and Google Sheet (online) for smooth
management of financial data.
- Manage various procurements and maintain inventory of equipment and supplies, including
liaising with vendors and maintenance firms to ensure timely payment and receipt of goods and
services.
- Manage logistics and supplies of multiple project teams working across NE India.
- Travel to different project sites to assist teams on field research.
Qualification, Experience and Skills:
- Minimum a Bachelor degree in any stream.
- Must have excellent knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Excel. Beginners in Excel
may avoid applying.
- Very good knowledge on using Google Sheets and Docs online.
- Accounting skill using Excel or other software.
- Excellent communication skills over phone, email and personal meetings.
- Logistics management skills and experience.
- Must have excellent coordination skills and team spirit.
- Must be tech-savvy with good computer skills in MS office.
- Driving skills will be an added advantage.
- Having 3 years of experience in core job responsibilities will be preferred.
- New entrants must be creative in nature and open to learning.

Benefits:
- Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.
- Other employment benefits.
- Opportunity to learn and shape your career in management of conservation projects.
- Opportunity to travel across northeast India and learn.
 

Salary:
Negotiable and based on experience and skills.

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2nd Short Term Professional Training on Population Monitoring Techniques for Terrestrial Mammals Using Camera Traps

1. Opportunity to work with community under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP), Aaranyak

Aaranyak plans to recruit a young, dynamic and ambitious person for Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) of TSRP who desires to work in the rural areas acting with the communities along the southern boundary of Manas National Park to secure the grassland habitat from the anthropogenic pressure.

Position: Community Coordinator

Responsibility:

1. Lead research on understanding of anthropogenic pressures in MNP, determining its drivers and impacts.
2. Design long-term community engagement programme which uses targeted outreach activities to affect maximum behavioural change among those community members who utilise park resources most.
3. Lead in capacity building of Eco Development Committees of selected areas of Manas National Park.
4. Liaison with Forest Department, other government agencies (Agricultural, Veterinary, Fishery, KVK, RSETI) and community groups and organizations for effective implementation of the livelihood work around fringe villages of Manas National Park.
5. Lead the Community team of PHCP and assist the PHCP head in project management and outreach activities. These also include data management, writing reports and research papers, imparting training and preparation of training material.

Minimum Qualification:  Post-graduate in Sociology, Social work, Cultural Studies, Geography, Extension Education (Agri. and allied discipline), Developmental Studies and related disciplines.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Basic conceptual understanding about operationalization of community based projects
2. Analytical skill and report preparation
3. Working experience in rural areas
4. Working knowledge of computers and social media
5. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Assamese.

Age limit: Below 30 years as on December 31, 2019

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Tenure: Initially one year with possibility of continuation based on performance.

Location: Fringe areas of Manas National Park.

Application deadline: January 10, 2020

Application procedure:

1. Detailed CV with a photograph.
2. A 100 words write-up on ‘Why do you want to join this position’.
3. Name, email ID and contact number of two referees who would be able to provide professional information about you, if required (please take their consent).
4. Send these to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com cc parag.deka@durrell.org).
5. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in early January 2020.

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Past Vacancy

2. Announcement of vacancy 

Aaranyak, a Scientific and Industrial Research Organization, working for biodiversity research and conservation in North East India is seeking a dynamic and hardworking professional with experience for a Post of Public Relations Officer (PRO) with immediate effect. The position is based at Guwahati, Assam. Apply with recent CV and a one page write up against justification of your candidature. 

Expectation:

The Public Relation Officer (PRO) is to create, maintain and enhance the reputation of the organization and shall also continuously work towards creating and ameliorating the goodwill of the organization. This will help in creating a favorable public image of the organization by strengthening its credibility and suggest competent authority in the organisation with regards to crisis management. Aaranyak, as an organization, has its own set of brand identity and hence PRO shall assist Aaranyak on placement, size, color and other details pertaining to the brand identity are to be verified before a public event.

Application procedure: Send CV to applications.aaranyak@gmail.com

Last date for submission/send application:  14 November, 2019

Essential Qualification:

Atleast a graduate in social science, public relations, Journalists with sound knowledge on environment, forests of North East India.

Desirable Qualification: Below mentioned requirements are needed,

• Proven experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role
• Strong communication ability (oral and written) both in Assamese and English and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Adequate computer skill with layout design, web designg, image editing,
• Having team spirit
• Ability to work well under pressure
•  Creativity and problem-solving aptitude

Role and responsibility:

1.   Attend events to enhance public relations and document the events.

2.    Strengthen dissemination of key activities to reach out to wider audience and readers through proactive public relations

3.    Building positive relationships with stakeholders, and the public.

4.    Proactively prepare PR content based on activities and distribute such PR content for wider documentation in print and electronic sectors engaged in reaching to wider audience.

5.     Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising to organise special public events in order to gain public attention

6      Visit field sites of Aaranyak for collection and appropriate use of information to create contents that further enhance image building exercise of the organisation.

Honorarium: Negotiable based on experience and skills.

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2. Announcement of vacancy in Legal and Advocacy Division of Aaranyak

Name of the Position: Legal Associate

Minimum Qualification: LLB with at least four years of experience/LLM with at least two years of experience. Knowledge on all environments, wildlife, forest laws are essential along with CrPC 1973, IPC, Arms Act, Evidence Act etc.

Area of Job Operations: North Eastern States of India and West Bengal and New Delhi.

Other Skills: Interpretation skills, writing and recording skills

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Interested candidates may apply by sending their CV along with one page write up highlighting how his/her educational qualifications and other skills makes him/her suitable for this position by sending email with attachment at applications.aaranyak@gmail.com by 28^th September, 2019.

 

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3. Tiger Research and Conservation Division of Aaranyak will recruit two persons for the following posotions:

Background: Challenges for biodiversity conservation has become obvious in recent times. Conservation of natural resources through community involvement has shown promising outcome where forest resource dependent community is a key stakeholder. Aaranyak is engaged in such activities with indigenous communities to promote sustainable livelihoods through capacity building in production, product diversification and marketing (rural micro-entrepreneurship). While both men and women are participants in the program, women are ‘in focus’ and major participants at this stage who plays a significant role in managing both family and farms, thus contribute directly and indirectly to biodiversity conservation goals.

A. Manager Program/Program Officer:

Responsibilities:

1. The principal responsibility will be to smoothly manage and coordinate programmatic activities (multidisciplinary-Conservation Livelihoods, Outreach, Stakeholders coordination, Communication, etc.) related to livelihoods and Natural Resource Management.
2. These include lining up project activities, maintain timely performances, reporting performances and maintaining related databases with support from other team members.
3. Communication with communities and stakeholders and preparation of activity report is a significant part of day to day activities for this position and hence, competence and experiences in that area is necessary.
4. Person having knowledge as well as 4-5 years of experiences in project operations will be preferred.
5. Excellent  working knowledge in standard computer programs is a must with knowledge on working online platform like Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.
6. Women will be preferred for this position.

Location: To be based at Kohora, Kaziranga, Assam and duties would demand  travelling independently to various parts of Assam, often to interior villages with very basic amenities.

Qualification: Must be interested to work for the benefit of communities and conservation of biodiversity and live with very basic amenities. Person needs to be at least Bachelor or Master with 4-5 years of experience.

Remuneration: Commensurate to knowledge, skills and experiences in core area of work.

Benefits: Scope to develop leadership, knowledge and experience in Project/Program management as the person will be working with very experienced person in the field. Standard employees’ benefit as offered by Aaranyak including insurance coverages.

Deadline: Apply within 22 Sept 2019.

Send your resume to operation.aaranyak@gmail.com

B. Project Officer- Ecotourism:

Responsibilities:

1. The principal responsibility will be to smoothly manage and coordinate ecotourism events for group of students/individuals visiting northeast India for eco-cultural excursion.
2. The events include coordination and collaboration with multiple institutions and thus skill in communication and teamwork is very essential. Competence and experiences in communication is necessary.
3. The excursions are organized in the villages in partnership with indigenous tribes having basic homestays and thus need experiences working with such communities.
4. Activities include extensive academic exercises by the visitors along with village walk, nature walks and hiking on trails and thus person having experiences of managing nature camps and similar tourism activities will get preference.
5. Experiences on event report preparation with photo and video documentation required.
6. Person having knowledge as well as min 3-4 years of experience in the core area of will be preferred.
7. Good working knowledge in standard computer programs is a must with working knowledge on online platform like Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.
8. Women will be preferred for this position.

Location: To be based at Kohora, Kaziranga, Assam and duties would demand  travelling independently to various parts of Assam, often to interior villages with very basic amenities.

Qualification: Must be interested to work for the benefit of communities and conservation of biodiversity and live with very basic amenities. Person needs to be at least Bachelor or Master with 3-4 years of experience.

Remuneration: Commensurate to knowledge, skills and experiences in core area of work.

Benefits: Scope to develop leadership, knowledge and experience in eco-cultural tourism management as the person will be working with very experienced person in the field. Standard employees’ benefit as offered by Aaranyak including insurance coverages.

Deadline: Apply within 22 Sept 2019.

Send your resume to operation.aaranyak@gmail.com

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4. Opportunity for vets to work on pygmy hogs under the Threatened Species Recovery Programme (TSRP), Aaranyak

Aaranyak plans to recruit a young, dynamic and ambitious veterinarian who desires to work in the field of captive management and healthcare of wild animals for Pygmy Hog Conservation Programme (PHCP) of TSRP.

Position: Project Officer

Responsibility:

1. Managing captive pygmy hog populations in the PHCP facilities in Assam, including healthcare and clinical care and involving innovative research
2. Managing pygmy hogs captive facilities in Assam, including management of infrastructure, staff and volunteers.
3. Assist the PHCP head in project management, collection and analysis of field data and outreach activities. These also include data management, writing reports and research papers, imparting training and preparation of training material.

 

Minimum Qualification:  Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Knowledge and working experience in handling wild animals in captivity
2. Trained in wildlife healthcare and management
3. Working knowledge of computers and social media
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Assamese.

Age limit: Below 30 years as on July 31, 2019

Honorarium : Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Tenure : Initially one year with possibility of continuation based on performance.

Application deadline: September 16, 2019.

Application procedure:

1. Detailed CV with a photograph.
2. A 100 words write-up on ‘Why do you want to join this position’.
3. Name, email ID and contact number of two referees who would be able to provide professional information about you, if required (please take their consent).
4. Send these to operation.aaranyak@gmail.com (cc parag.deka@durrell.org).
5. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in September .

 

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5. Advertisement for the post of Research Fellow

Aaranyak invites applications from eligible candidates for a post of Research Fellow as per following details.

Job position: Research Fellow

Number of vacancy: One

Duration: One year, but likely to be extended based on candidate performance and fund availability

Minimum qualification: M. Sc. In Zoology/Life Sciences/Fishery/Wildlife Biology/ Environmental Science/Forestry

Desired experience: Minimum one-year experience on wildlife/aquatic ecology, conservation of wildlife, data analysis, report writing and communication skills, computer skills including Assamese DTP

Job responsibility: Extensive fieldwork in different parts of Assam, especially in rivers using boats to study on ecology of aquatic fauna; undertake conservation actions on aquatic fauna in association with concerned stakeholders 

Age limit: 30 years (on 31-07-2019)

Salary: As per qualification and experience of the selected candidate

Last date of Application: 24^th August, 2019 (till 5.00 pm)

Interested eligible candidates can send their Application with detail Bio-data to operation.aaranyak@gmail.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. No TA, DA will be paid for interview.

For any query please contact +91-361-2230250 (Office Landline).

 

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6. The ‘Water, Climate and Hazard’ (WATCH) Division of Aaranyak will recruit two persons for the following positions:

Position 1: Project Associate (Water Governance: Research and Advocacy)

Minimum qualification essential: Post Graduate in any subject

Required disciplinary background (any one of het following): Social work, Sociology, Geography, Environmental Science, Development studies, Natural Resources Management, Mass Communication and Journalism, Gender studies

Required experience (one or more of the following options):

• At least one year of experience in action research in water governance/rural development/natural resources management or related fields
• Working with communities
• Networking with civil society organisations and communities
• Use of PRA tools
• Publications

Required language skill: Excellent in communicating and reporting in English and conversant with Assamese

Age limit: Below 35 years

Tenure: 2 years with annual renewal of contract

Special preference: A female candidate with qualification and/or experience of working on gender aspects of environment/natural resources management/water may be preferred for this post.

Position 2: Project Coordinator (Water Governance: Research and Networking)

Minimum qualification essential: Post Graduate in any subject

Preferred disciplinary background: Geography, Environmental Science, Water Resources Management, Development Studies, Natural Resources Management, Mass Communication and Journalism, Social work and Sociology.

Required experience:

• At least one year of experience in action research in water governance or related fields
• Working with communities
• Networking and advocacy
• Use of PRA tools
• Publications

Required language skill: Excellent in communicating and reporting in English and conversant with Assamese

Age limit: Below 35 years

Tenure: 2 years with annual renewal of contract

Salary: For both positions, salary will be as par with qualification and experience of selected candidates.

Benefits:

• Health and Accidental Insurance benefit.
• Opportunity to enhance career and academic development in relevant field of study/action research.
• Opportunity to work with reputed researchers and scientists, travel and learn.

Last date of sending application is 5.00 PM, July 25, 2019. 

Those, who are interested can send the filled in application form with a CV to operation.aaranyak@gmail.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.

For any query please contact +91-361-2230250(Office Landline).

Click here to download the template of the application form

 

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7. Advertisement for the post of Research Scholar

Applications are invited from interested candidates for a position of Research Scholar at Wildlife Genetics Division, Aaranyak to work on carnivore ecology projects in North Bengal.

Post:  One position of Research Scholar.

Duration:   Eighteen months.

Essential Qualification:  M.Sc. in Zoology/ Botany/ Wildlife/ Life Sciences or allied subjects.

Desirables:

• Candidates having minimum of one year of working experience in population monitoring (Distance sampling, population size, density/abundance estimation etc.).
• Ability to work with standard computer packages.
• Valid Driving license.

Honorarium:   Negotiable based on experience and skills.

Benefits:

• Health and Accidental Insurance benefit
• Opportunity to further shape career in wildlife research

How to Apply:

Fill in your details with an application to Head, Wildlife Genetics Division, Aaranyak along detailed CV through the following online form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfFlLZ0Vw6yBx1gIhSB07ycVPH9C6Ia5y8Gn2BcYT-MoqvxwQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

N.B.

• The applicant will be responsible for the authenticity of information and other documents submitted.
• Mere, possessing the prescribed qualification does not ensure that the candidate would be called for Interview. The Candidates will be short listed on the basis of merit and need of the project.
• Only short-listed candidates will be communicated to appear in the interview and no other communications in this regard will be entertained.
• Short listed candidates have to present themselves for the interview on the interview date with updated CV and original and attested photocopies of mark sheets/ certificates in support of their academic qualifications.
• Applicants in employment (private, government or any other organization) are required to submit a “No Objection Certificate” from the employer at the time of interview.
• Appointment is subject to annual contracts, renewable based on performance.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.

To know about our carnivore ecology work in North Bengal, kindly contact: wgd.aaranyak2008@gmail.com

To know about Aaranyak, kindly visit www.aaranyak.org or contact: info@aaranyak.org

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8. Announcement of vacancy in the Geo-Spatial Technology and Application Division (GTAD), Aaranyak

Aaranyak is planning to recruit one young and dynamic person having experience in the field of Remote Sensing, Geographical Information System, GPS for the Geo-spatial Technology and Application Division (GTAD). The detailed information about the vacancy is given below.

Position: Geospatial Analyst

Responsibility:

i). Carry out core mapping and analysis using RS & GIS software

ii).  Carry out field work for and with staff of other divisions of Aaranyak as well as for GTAD in research sites (mainly in North East India and North Bengal Landscape).

iii). Assist Manager, GTAD in writing scientific reports, research papers and imparting short courses on RS/GIS/GPS training and preparation of training manuals.

iv). Assist Manager GTAD in all other RS/GIS/GPS based works and report on daily basis.

Minimum Qualification: (i) Post Graduate in Geo-informatics/Remote Sensing  & GIS/ Geospatial Technology  & 1 year of work experience in these fields(ii) Post Graduate in a relevant subject(i.e. geography, environmental science, geology)  with PG Diploma in Geoinformatics/Remote Sensing  & GIS/ Geospatial Technology & 1 year of work experience in these fields (iii) Post Graduate in a relevant subject(i.e. geography, environmental science, geology)  with 3 years of intensive work experience of application of Geoinformatics/Remote Sensing  & GIS/ Geospatial Technology.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Knowledge and working experience in handling open source software’s like  QGIS, R, Google Earth Engine
2. Knowledge and working experience in handling open source software’s for research and application in wildlife science, ecosystem and habitat modelling and hydrological modelling.
3. ERDAS software, Arc GIS software.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication in English, Hindi and Assamese.

Age limit: Below 35 years as on July 1, 2019

Honorarium: Negotiable with working knowledge, experience and qualifications.

Tenure: Initially one year with possibility of continuation based on  performance.

Application deadline: July 10, 2019.

Application procedure: i) Email your full CV with a photograph. ii). Send a 100 words write-up on ‘Why do you want to join this position’ to operation.aaranyak@gmail.com

 

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

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9. Paid Internship Opportunity at Aaranyak

Aaranyak is seeking Interns to work with its Media Production & Communications Division on developing text as well as multimedia stories on biodiversity and environment issues of Northeast India.

The work involves content research and story idea development, primary as well as secondary data collection and may involve field work for data collection, photography and video documentation.

Qualifications:

Graduate or post-graduate degree in any discipline. Preference will be given to those with good writing experience/ reportage photography and published record of photo essay/ short video productions. Early career freelance journalists are encouraged to apply.

Total Number of Positions & Duration:

Six internship positions each with three months duration. The starting date will be discussed following receiving complete applications. However, we prefer only those applicants who are able to give minimum of three months commitment to the position.

Compensation:

Selected interns will be paid an honorarium of Rs. 5,000/ per month. Food and travel expenses during field work outside Guwahati will be provided by us.

How to Apply:

Please fill up the following google form and upload the relevant documents:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1TkQiaIKE0l-N65Pzeyg1VW0S_V0kmox9GmK-wolpkX8/edit?usp=sharing

Providing sample of your work such as text in word or PDF and links to published articles, links to photo or video work pasted on word file is desired.

For further information, please contact:

aaranyakmpcd@gmail.com

+91 9476692003