Reports to: Assistant Coordinator, Tiger Unit
Location: Kahang, Johor
Country Program/Sector: Tiger Unit, Endau Rompin Landscape
Position Type: Full-time
Expected Travel: Yes
Organizational Background:
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is a US non-profit, tax-exempt, private organization established in 1895 that saves wildlife and wild places by understanding critical issues, crafting science-based solutions, and taking conservation actions that benefit nature and humanity. With more than a century of experience, long-term commitments in dozens of landscapes, presence in more than 60 nations, and experience helping to establish over 150 protected areas across the globe, WCS has amassed the biological knowledge, cultural understanding and partnerships to ensure that vibrant, wild places and wildlife thrive alongside local communities. Working with local communities and organizations, that knowledge is applied to address species, habitat and ecosystem management issues critical to improving the quality of life of poor rural people whose livelihoods depend on the direct utilization of natural resources.
WCS Malaysia Program:
Wildlife Conservation and Science (Malaysia) Bhd (WCS) was officially registered in Malaysia in 2010. With a team of over 40 staff, WCS Malaysia aims to save wildlife and wild places across Malaysia (currently the three Malaysian states of Sarawak, Johor and Pahang) through the use of science, conservation action, education and inspiring people to value nature. The current long-term focal sites are: i) the core orang-utan habitats of Batang-Ai-Lanjak-Entimau Landscape, and ii) the Tiger source site of Endau-Rompin Landscape in Johor and Pahang. In Johor, WCS Malaysia works in collaboration with government partners under the Johor Wildlife Conservation Project to protect endangered wildlife and habitats.
Job Summary:
This role will conduct analysis and assessments related to wildlife crime, manage databases related to wildlife crime data, and assist in coordination of fieldwork, stakeholder engagements, workshops, and reports.
Major responsibilities:
• Assist in the planning and management of CWT activities (e.g., anti-poaching patrols), field staffs, preparation of field equipment and rations
• Manage all Endau-Rompin Landscape’s patrol and threat data from the field and sensors using Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART) database, surveillance camera trap database, and other relevant databases in a timely manner
• Ensure SMART databases and other relevant databases are managed, audited, and improved through continuous maintenance and development of protocols
• Conduct and/or assist in vigilance analysis, problem analysis, threat assessments and other relevant analysis to produce reports in order to guide and recommend conservation and protection strategies for tigers, elephants, and other wildlife in the landscape
• Manage surveillance camera traps and other CWT technology sensors and its databases in a timely manner
• Conduct and assist in CWT-related trainings, workshops, and meetings for WCS Malaysia staff, partners (e.g., government agencies), and other relevant agencies where applicable
• Attend CWT and other relevant trainings, workshops, and meetings when required
• Work closely with other team members such as the Research & Monitoring and Community team in Johor and Pahang to collate wildlife crime information
• Assist supervisors in producing relevant documentation (e.g., analytical reports, project reports, resource materials, training reports, publications) according to project activities
• Lead and/or participate in CWT field work when needed
• Ensure monthly financial claims for the team are compiled and submitted on time for processing by Finance of WC&S Malaysia
• Assist supervisor and CWT coordinator in the preparation of monthly finances and procurement of WC&S Malaysia’s assets
• To familiarize with CWT protocols such as safety, data security, data management, CWT field operations, and other relevant protocols
• To familiarize with the WC&S Malaysia’s processes and policies
• To perform other duties as may be required by your supervisor, CWT Coordinator, Landscape Manager, and/or Country Director
Minimum Requirements:
• Degree in biological sciences (forestry, zoology, ecology, biodiversity), social sciences, criminology or equivalent
• Three-year working experience in related field is preferable
• Experience in anti-poaching, wildlife trade, or criminology (e.g., crime science) will be an advantage
• Passion and enthusiasm for wildlife conservation
• Has discipline to work independently and can work as a team
• Willing to travel to rural areas for extended periods
• Independent with ability to prioritize, work under pressure and under minimum supervision.
• Meticulous with a keen eye for details
• The ability to drive a manual transmission 4x4 vehicle or ride a motorcycle will be a plus
• Having knowledge or experience in using R Statistical software, QGIS / ARCGIS, SMART and statistics software is a plus
• Able to work during weekends or public holidays or when required
• Good communication skills
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia; ability to communicate in other languages is a plus
Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications, should send your queries and applications to Mary Barton at mabarton@wcs.org. Please include the following in your application:
• a cover letter
• a detailed resume
• a passport sized photo
• the names and contact details of two references