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Global Nomadic · 6 days ago

Volunteer: Marine Research + Mega Fauna Conservation in Mozambique

New York, NY

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Global Nomadic empowers positive change by connecting people with projects, and they are seeking volunteers for marine research and mega fauna conservation in Mozambique. The role involves hands-on research experience, data collection, and contributing to conservation efforts, while also gaining diving certifications and participating in fieldwork.

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Hiring Manager

Jeremy Freedman

Responsibilities

Carry out marine research and monitoring activities under the guidance of project scientists

Collect data via scuba dives, ocean safaris, and beach walks off the Tofo coastline

Monitor whale shark numbers, behaviour, and ecology

Take underwater photographs

Monitor the condition of the coral reefs and indicator species of reef fish

Assist in various indicators of the health of marine biodiversity such as surveying humpback whale numbers and turtle nesting activity

Help with cleaning up beaches and other general environmental activities

Upload and analyze data

Qualification

PADI open water certificationScuba divingMarine research skillsData collectionSnorkelingSwimming unassistedUnderwater photographyBeach cleanup activitiesEnvironmental activities