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Tanzania: Park Ecologist Grade II (4 posts), TANAPA
Tanzania National Parks is looking for four Park Ecologists Grade II. Location: Any of the National Parks. Reporting Relationship: To Chief Park Warden in the respective National Park.

(i) Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Zoology / Natural Resources / Ecology /Environmental Sciences / Wildlife Management with a minimum of Upper Second Class.

(ii) Key Responsibilities

Collecting, analyzing and interpreting ecological data
Conducting ecological research
Monitoring effects on ecology due to tourists activities and infrastructure development
Supervising junior staff in data collection of animal stocks and biodiversity
Monitoring diseases and liaising with veterinary officers
Participating in research with external researchers
Assisting in environmental impact assessment
Participating in the planning of fire management, implementation and fire suppression in the Parks
Participating in animal census and bird count
Controlling pollution and exotic species (flora and fauna)
Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
(iv) Age limit: Not above 35 years of age

(v) Salary Scale: TANAPA G.6 (i.e. TShs. 668,700 x 8,100 – 757,800) per month.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Only qualified persons should submit their hand written letters of application with copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and testimonials so as to reach the undersigned before or by Tuesday 15th April, 2008 at 1600 hours. Applicants are also required to indicate the names and contacts of at least two referees.

DIRECTOR GENERAL,
TANZANIA NATIONAL PARKS,
P.O.BOX 3134,
ARUSHA

Tel: 255 27 2503471/2501930 – 31
Fax: 255 27 2508216
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TANAPA is an employer of equal opportunity
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