Facilitator
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Responsibilities
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Turtle Work (30%)
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Conduct beach patrols at night to monitor nesting turtles and deter disturbances.
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Gather data on nesting turtles, including timing, size measurements, location, and egg numbers.
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Transport turtle nests to a hatchery for safer incubation.
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Count and release baby turtles found in the hatchery.
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Indoor Work (20%)
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Enter data into spreadsheets, cataloguing facial identification photos of nesting mothers.
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Respond to inquiries via email regarding grants, volunteering, sponsorships, and invitations.
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Manage sponsorship records, send updates to sponsors, and provide certificates and receipts.
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Create and share content on social media platforms to raise awareness about turtle conservation.
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Engage in merchandising activities, such as making sea glass jewelry and managing merchandise stock.
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Outdoor Work (20%)
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Build and maintain the turtle hatchery at the start and end of each season.
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Conduct beach cleanups to remove rubbish and maintain a safe environment for turtles.
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Sort and crush recyclable items, such as cans and plastic bottles.
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Assist in conducting outdoor activities for volunteers, including water safety, shore ecology, and shore snorkeling.
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Assist in delivering essential supplies like food, fuel, and materials to the island work site.
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Onboarding of Interns (10%)
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Orient and train interns to perform the tasks mentioned above.
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Review interns' performance and provide updates on their progress.
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Assist in recruitment by reviewing applications and conducting interviews.
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Guidance and Care of Participants (10%)
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Welcome and guide volunteers upon their arrival.
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Provide guidance during scheduled activities and take care of volunteer accommodations.
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Clear volunteer rooms after their departure.
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Working with Guests (10%)
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Conduct daily turtle presentations for interested guests.
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Engage with guests, answer their questions, and provide information about conservation work.
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Give briefings to guests on rules and guidelines before observing nesting turtles or turtle releases.
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Act as a guide during turtle observation, ensuring guests remain quiet and respectful.
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Organize guest participation in activities alongside volunteers and facilitate their involvement.
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Duration
7 months (one season) per year.
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Benefits
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Monthly salary.
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Complimentary food and accommodation.
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Opportunity to work in a beautiful coastal location.
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Complimentary participation in snorkeling or diving activities.
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To Apply
Send your CV and letter of intent to btcprojectfacilitator@gmail.com. Join us in making a difference in turtle conservation!