Might be of interest.
For YETI
Debabrata Phukon
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From: Sourabha Rao <sourabha.rao@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tue, Mar 10, 2020, 9:57 AM
Subject: Job opening at the Centre for Wildlife Studies
To: <meet.yeti@xxxxxxxxx>
Dear Debabrata,
My name is Sourabha Rao, working with the Centre for Wildlife Studies as
Media Manager. I am hereby requesting you to kindly share the job openings
we have with us currently.
Please send details of the below posting to your mailing list:
1. *Research Fellow*
*Project*: Prioritisation of Ecologically Important Areas in the Western
Ghats
*Position* *Title*: Research Fellow
*Position Responsibilities*:
The primary objective is to provide support to the Scientific Research
division of the Centre for Wildlife Studies through the course of the
research project. The project aims to systematically map, survey and
evaluate ecologically potential areas. Expertise in advanced remote sensing
and household surveys are key skills required.
*Responsibilities of this position will include*:
Acquisition of primary and secondary data, entry and organisation.
Mapping and digitisation.
Coding and data analysis using multiple platforms.
Organisation and archiving of data
Assistance in drafting reports, proposals and scientific publications.
Managing volunteers and interns on field projects.
*Skills Required*:
Intermediate/Advanced Remote Sensing and GIS
Familiarity with Earth Engine/ArcGIS/ERDAS IMAGINE
Programming in R/Javascript/Python
Image/Object Recognition
Ability to write scientific reports and/or research papers
Familiarity with managing/conducting field work and surveys
Kindly send your CVs to: anubhav.v@xxxxxxxxxxxx
2. *Fundraising Coordinator*
*Scope and Accountability*:
The Fundraising Coordinator is a key role in helping the Centre for
Wildlife Studies (CWS) to grow the scale and impact of our programs. The
position engages with CWS staff to develop grant proposals, build CSR
networks, and develop new fundraising opportunities. The role is
line-managed by the Executive Director at CWS. The position requires
constant interactions with Research, Media-Outreach, and Accounts teams.
*Key Responsibilities*:
Develop and write proposals for any CWS programs and projects. Coordination
of CWS staff involved in planning, writing, and editing proposals with
frequent progress review and feedback with CWS senior management.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date information on all submissions,
grant-funded projects and donors in relevant databases, and filing systems
in coordination with CWS accounts team.
Identify new grant opportunities and liaise with potential donors within
India (CSR, individuals).
Maintain donor databases for all grant and fundraising activities, ensuring
timely submissions and contractual obligations.
Manage and coordinate fundraising campaigns and events with platforms.
Submit donor reports that meet requirements and contractual obligations,
ensuring that they are of a high standard and submitted on time.
*Mandatory Requirements*:
This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to
achieve the required results in a demanding and fast paced environment,
managing time effectively, and adapting priorities to respond to changing
demands and tight deadlines.
Proven track record of writing successful proposals for research and
conservation programs, preferably in the wildlife and conservation sector.
Experience and familiarity with CSR networks and funding opportunities in
India.
Master’s degree in Wildlife Ecology/Business
Administration/Communication/Social Sciences
Excellent writing and research skills and computer literacy
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently.
Send your CV and cover letter with names of three references to Dr. Krithi
Karanth (krithi.karanth@xxxxxxxxxxxx) and Ms. Saloni Basrur (
saloni.basrur@xxxxxxxxxxxx)
Please let me know if you need anything else.
Thank you very much.
Sincerely,
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<http://cwsindia.org/>
Sourabha Rao
Media Manager
Email: sourabha.rao@xxxxxxxxxxxx <namratha.murali@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
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