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Freelance Volunteer Coordinator

Organization : Volunteer Coordinator Bring the Elephant Home

Volunteer Coordinator Bring the Elephant Home                                                                

Position:           Freelance Volunteer Coordinator

                        Part-time, flexible, on average 4-5 days per month

Location:          Salakpra Wildlife Sanctuary - Kanchanaburi province

Introduction Bring the Elephant Home

The Asian elephant, a keystone species, is threatened with extinction as deforestation has destroyed much of its habitat, food supply and migration routes. As a result of our actions there is a good chance that we could soon lose a species that is an extremely important part of the ecosystem. The only way that we can save these magnificent keystone species is if we act now!

Bring the Elephant Home aims for an ideal world where elephants are afforded the space that they deserve. A habitat where ecosystems are balanced and where elephants and people live in harmony. We encourage local conservation leaders to coordinate conservation projects themselves. BTEH connects people, organizes training and provides the needed support to start community-based conservation projects. We make change happen, along with many stakeholders and volunteers. By planting thousands of trees, building water reservoirs, installing beehive fences to reduce human-elephant conflicts, and by using innovative conservation technology to better protect elephants. To coordinate these events, we are now looking for a Volunteer Coordinator.

Your role

Do you have a passion for wildlife conservation, are you a team leader and can you inspire people to get active to make the world a better place? If so, you might be the person we are looking for to join us as the new part-time volunteer coordinator. We are seeking a social, active Thai or Thai speaking person, who is not afraid of hard work or to get their hands dirty. A good understanding of the situation of elephants and their habitat is essential but can be developed on the job.
 

Prepare the itineraries and budget of volunteer programs

Coordinating community-based conservation projects around Salakpra Wildlife Sanctuary, such as forest restoration programs and beehive fencing (eg. logistics, communication, budget)

Communication with volunteer groups (before, during and after the event)

Help to maintain a good relationship with partners such as the wildlife sanctuary, local communities and volunteer groups

Promote volunteer events to potential partners (companies, universities and schools) and on social media (by uploading photos and volunteer stories).

Your qualifications

Experience or degree in nature conservation

Experience in leading volunteer groups

Fluent in Thai, good command of English

Flexible, proactive, team spirit, service minded, leadership and problem solving skills

Good negotiation skills

Social and communicative skills

Ability to work independently
and during weekends

Applications

Please send a written application and your current resume in English before May 30, 2017 to: info@bring-the-elephant-home.org.

More information:  www.bring-the-elephant-home.org