We are looking for someone with: Maturity: We are looking for someone with a mature mental attitude to be the representative of CRA in the field, and lead by example. Organisational skills: We are looking for someone who is highly organised and practical, with an eye for detail. Interpersonal skills: you must have excellent interpersonal skills. The position is 70% field based in our research camps in Liwonde, Kasungu and Nyika National Parks and therefore you will need to be willing to be based in remote environments at rustic field camps. 30% of time will be spent in Lilongwe, and/or other sites in Malawi to maintain vehicles based in Lilongwe and source parts and equipment. The Field Mechanic reports directly to the CRA Founder and Director, Dr Emma Stone. Requirements Essential: Qualified mechanic, or extensive field based experience in mechanical repairs in remote environments Experience of 4x4 car maintenance Proven experience in working within a team management, with minimum supervision including people from a variety of backgrounds An interest in wildlife conservation, natural resource management, or related fields Experience of working and living in remote environments, preferably in Africa Excellent team-work skills, written and oral communication skills driving licence, with 4x4 off road driving experience A confident communicator who is able to relate well to people from diverse backgrounds Ability to work well in a team in multi-cultural situations and under difficult field conditions. Computer literacy: MS Office, including Access Positive mental attitude, resilient, ability to muck in and get on with it Hard work ethic, flexible and conscientious approach First aid trained Ability to work independently under minimal supervision Fluency in written and spoken English Desirable Experience of field operations/research preferably in Africa A good understanding of current concepts in African conservation FAGASA equivalent qualifications Emergency First Response Certificates or other remote wilderness first aid training Familiarity with languages and culture of Malawi will be an advantage Experienced in telecommunications with UHF and VHF systems
We are looking for someone with: Maturity: We are looking for someone with a mature mental attitude to be the representative of CRA in the field, and lead by example. Organisational skills: We are looking for someone who is highly organised and practical, with an eye for detail. Interpersonal skills: you must have excellent interpersonal skills. The position is 70% field based in our research camps in Liwonde, Kasungu and Nyika National Parks and therefore you will need to be willing to be based in remote environments at rustic field camps. 30% of time will be spent in Lilongwe, and/or other sites in Malawi to maintain vehicles based in Lilongwe and source parts and equipment. The Field Mechanic reports directly to the CRA Founder and Director, Dr Emma Stone. Requirements Essential: Qualified mechanic, or extensive field based experience in mechanical repairs in remote environments Experience of 4x4 car maintenance Proven experience in working within a team management, with minimum supervision including people from a variety of backgrounds An interest in wildlife conservation, natural resource management, or related fields Experience of working and living in remote environments, preferably in Africa Excellent team-work skills, written and oral communication skills driving licence, with 4x4 off road driving experience A confident communicator who is able to relate well to people from diverse backgrounds Ability to work well in a team in multi-cultural situations and under difficult field conditions. Computer literacy: MS Office, including Access Positive mental attitude, resilient, ability to muck in and get on with it Hard work ethic, flexible and conscientious approach First aid trained Ability to work independently under minimal supervision Fluency in written and spoken English Desirable Experience of field operations/research preferably in Africa A good understanding of current concepts in African conservation FAGASA equivalent qualifications Emergency First Response Certificates or other remote wilderness first aid training Familiarity with languages and culture of Malawi will be an advantage Experienced in telecommunications with UHF and VHF systems