Job Title Atlas Fieldworker
Duration of Contract 4 months
Location Across Ireland
Likely Start date 30 March 2009
Objective
To undertake bird survey work in assigned 10km squares across Ireland and to enter data collected in accordance with existing formats.
Key Responsibilities
1. To carry out bird surveys in assigned 10km squares across Ireland according to a standard methodology.
2. To enter all data collected in electronic format.
3. To liaise directly with farmers and land-owners in the assigned fieldwork area. This will
involve contacting relevant farmers to obtain permission for access to land, to explain the
project and the distribution of publicity material.
4. To publicise the Atlas Project, through talks to BWI groups, NPWS rangers, other government
and NGO bodies and local media as appropriate.
5. To produce a report of fieldwork.
Requirements
Experience of ornithological fieldwork and good Bird ID skills are essential. Full clean driver’s license is desirable. Data entry skills (Excel/Internet Explorer) and good organisation and time management skills are essential. Good navigational skills (able to read, GPS, maps and Grid references) are important. Fieldworkers should be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people, particularly the farming community.
Fieldworkers are expected to work as part of a team, often in remote areas. Strong initiative and willingness to work for long, sometimes unsociable, hours are essential.
Reporting to Irish Atlas Coordinator
Conditions
Salary in the region of €400 per week. Car and accommodation (both shared) will be provided.
Leave at 20 days/annum pro rata, to be taken in consultation with the Atlas Coordinator, as the project allows.
Tel: 353 (0)1 2819878 Fax: 353 (0)1 2810997
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