Role Context: The Assistant Field Officer/Field Officer is responsible for local community engagement and field-level investigations on illegal Pangolin trade. Based on information gathered through field or cyber data work in association with the Wildlife Crime Control Division of WTI and other associated enforcement agencies across the targeted to disrupt hunting and illegal trading of Pangolins and other threatened wildlife.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct field surveys and covert operations to gather critical data on illegal hunting and trading of pangolins through field sources
- Coordinate with local sources, communities, and law enforcement agencies to obtain and verify intelligence.
- Document evidence, including photographs, GPS coordinates, and species details.
- Support the execution of anti-poaching and anti-trafficking operations along with state forest and border security agencies
- Garner collaboration from local communities, local governmental and non-governmental bodies in stopping the illegal hunting and trade of Pangolins within their ambit
- Assist in any wildlife crime prevention initiatives as per the discretion of Head, PI or CEO.
Project Planning & Management
- Analyze field data to identify patterns and trends in pangolin trafficking.
- Produce detailed intelligence reports to assist enforcement operations, after vetting from Division Head
Fund & Financial Management
- Ensure adherence to organization financial statutory guidelines in the area of work
Donor's Co-ordination
- Assist the project team with ground information to prepare detailed donor reports
External Communication / Co-ordination
- In assistance with Division Head and team, assist in the successful organizing of project local events and training
MIS & Reports
- Prepare reports for stakeholders, including donors, government agencies, and conservation partners
- Responsible for sending half yearly report to HoD/ HQ on the status of all assets/stocks/ publications etc.
- Responsible for all field reports, photographic documentation, submission of data sheets etc as per the requirements and said deadlines
Any Other Responsibilities
- Responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the field station
- Also responsible for the establishment, maintenance of the respective field camp, if any, that falls under the field station
- Ensure scientific or technical adherence to all needs of the project is met
- Draft and publish the findings of the project in scientific journals
- Present the findings of the project in national and international fora
- Responsible for all field level governmental and partner liaison at appropriate levels and local public relation needs in consultation with the Head
- Responsible for acting as the on-site representative of WTI (at particular level) and to ensure that the image of WTI as a conservation action organization operating in the field is maintained at all times
- Ensure other project or organisation activities in the state of base is executed.
Eligibility And Qualification
- A Master's degree in wildlife biology, forestry, environmental science, or a related field is required.
- Preference will be given to candidates from Manipur and Nagaland.
- Strong understanding of key trends in wildlife conservation policies and issues related to the trade in wild animals and plants is essential.
- Dissertation or project work focusing on wildlife crime control initiatives will be an added advantage.
- Familiarity with wildlife laws, regulations, and international treaties is necessary.
- Proficiency in data compilation and analysis using Excel and GIS software is required, with experience in statistical analysis being highly beneficial.
- Demonstrated ability to write scholarly articles is a desirable qualification.
- Excellent field skills, including tracking, surveillance, and evidence gathering, are critical.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse audiences are mandatory.
- Physical fitness to work in challenging field conditions is required.
- Knowledge of local languages and cultural context is a significant advantage.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and be prepared to travel extensively.
