Mangrove Action Project (MAP)
Focus: Conservation & Marine Biology.
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Project Description
Mangrove Action Project (MAP) is a federally recognized 501(c)3 non-profit environmental organization registered in Washington State. Our mission is to conserve and restore mangrove forests and related coastal ecosystems while promoting community-based sustainable management of these important ecosystems. MAP partners with mangrove forest communities, grassroots NGOs, researchers, and local governments to work towards long-term protection of these unique and vital coastal ecosystems.
MAP’s Asia office is small and supports partner NGOs and projects in India, Sri Lanka, Cambodia, and Thailand involving mangrove restoration, coastal resources conservation, awareness raising, Community Based Coastal Resource Management, developing alternative livelihoods, environmental education and network building.
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Project Summary
Position Title: Asia Office Development & Field Project Assistant
Location: MAP Asia Regional Office, Trang Thailand
Time Frame: 3-6 months preferred
The Volunteer/Intern will assist in a wide range of projects activities. There will be some opportunities to assist with an environmental education field project in Thailand. Assisting with project proposals and searching and analyzing funding opportunities will be a central part of the position. The work possibilities are wide and varied and can be geared to the skills and interest of the intern. Learning by doing will be very much a part of the experience.
The Intern/Volunteer will need to be fully self-supporting covering food, accommodation, and accident insurance which is estimated at not more than $120/week.
Involvement in / familiarity with international conservation and tropical coastal ecosystems is a plus. Experience in environmental education and awareness building, especially with children is an asset. Skills in training and organizing will be useful;
An attitude and behaviour which shows respect for different culture & religions;
Effective communication and representation skills;
Computer skills in Window, Word, Excel, and Power Point;
Experience in information research and developing information materials would be useful;
Ability and willingness to travel some within country, willingness to work irregular hours, excellent spoken and written English and willingness to learn some basic spoken Thai;
Ability to work both independently and in close coordination with a team is important;
Excellent networking skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of organisations and communities.
Mangrove Action Project (MAP)
Yaotak Buidling B-206
31 Vienkapang Road,
Amphur Muang, Trang 92000
Thailand
Tel: +66-851349676
Email: mapasia@mangroveactionproject.org
Website: www.mangroveactionproject.org
Location: Trang Thailand
Average cost per day: $17
Focus: Conservation & Marine Biology
Skills needed: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, See requirements
