Current Jobs & Volunteering Vacancies
To obtain a digital copy of application forms & for information on where to apply, kindly call us on
(+248) 437 5354 during the hours of 08h30 to 16h00 Seychelles time (GMT +4) weekdays.
(+248) 437 5354 during the hours of 08h30 to 16h00 Seychelles time (GMT +4) weekdays.
CLOSING
The closing date for all vacancies below is Thursday 12 May 2022
SHORTLIST
Candidates shortlisted will be advised by Wednesday 18 May, 2022 at the latest.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be carried out on Monday 23 May 2022 either in face-to-face meetings or by video conferencing platform Zoom in which case, the time and relevant link for the interview will be provided by ICS.
JOB OFFERS
Following interviews, job offers to successful candidates will be made by 30 May 2022 at the latest. Successful candidates could expect to be in post by 1 July 2022 at the latest.
APPLICATION FORMS
These are obtainable at the Human Resource office, Pointe Larue. The application may be accompanied by a letter providing any other information that may be relevant to consideration of the positions, and should be addressed to:
Ms Marie-Anette Alcindor
Island Conservation Society
Pointe Larue
P.O. Box 775
OR e-mailed to:
ceo@ics.sc and copied to hr@ics.sc
Application should be accompanied by CV, certificates and references.
The closing date for all vacancies below is Thursday 12 May 2022
SHORTLIST
Candidates shortlisted will be advised by Wednesday 18 May, 2022 at the latest.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be carried out on Monday 23 May 2022 either in face-to-face meetings or by video conferencing platform Zoom in which case, the time and relevant link for the interview will be provided by ICS.
JOB OFFERS
Following interviews, job offers to successful candidates will be made by 30 May 2022 at the latest. Successful candidates could expect to be in post by 1 July 2022 at the latest.
APPLICATION FORMS
These are obtainable at the Human Resource office, Pointe Larue. The application may be accompanied by a letter providing any other information that may be relevant to consideration of the positions, and should be addressed to:
Ms Marie-Anette Alcindor
Island Conservation Society
Pointe Larue
P.O. Box 775
OR e-mailed to:
ceo@ics.sc and copied to hr@ics.sc
Application should be accompanied by CV, certificates and references.
Director of Science and Projects
Island Conservation Society is looking for an experienced and highly qualified Director of Science and Projects. The successful candidate will report to the CEO and be:
Preferred requirements– All of the above plus at least 7 years of proven experience in the study of the ecology of fauna and flora in island ecosystems.
Desirable additional requirements- Advanced certification and experience as an open water scuba diver.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R390,000 per annum, annual salary review and usual statutory benefits and deductions.
OTHER
This position will be based at Head Office, Pte Larue, Mahé.
- Responsible for the design and implementation of the conservation & scientific programmes of ICS on the Aride Island Special Reserve (AISR) and of the environmental conservation foundations (the Foundations) managed by ICS.
- Responsible for preparing and executing annual plans, directing the work of conservation staff and overseeing the management of conservation centres on the inner and outer islands.
- Responsible for coordinating and preparation of the monthly, quarterly and annual reports for AISR and the Foundations.
- Responsible for planning and executing the approved scientific and conservation projects.
- Required to represent ICS at relevant forums as necessary or as directed.
Preferred requirements– All of the above plus at least 7 years of proven experience in the study of the ecology of fauna and flora in island ecosystems.
Desirable additional requirements- Advanced certification and experience as an open water scuba diver.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R390,000 per annum, annual salary review and usual statutory benefits and deductions.
OTHER
This position will be based at Head Office, Pte Larue, Mahé.
Reserve Manager
Island Conservation Society is looking for an experienced and highly qualified Reserve Manager. The successful candidate will report to the CEO and:
Minimum requirement – University undergraduate degree in ornithology, biology, conservation/environmental sciences or closely related field with relevant working experience.
Preferred requirement – As above with at least 5 years of proven experience in a senior management position and responsibility for the performance and output of senior and junior staff in a nature reserve, local or international conservation organisation and proven successful leadership of people with common aims.
Desirable requirement - Certification and/or demonstrable experience as a motor boat skipper.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R360,000 per annum, subject to usual statutory benefits and deductions.
Board and accommodation are provided free of charge.
OTHER
The position is based at the Aride island Special Reserve (AISR). An annual bonus may be paid subject to performance appraisal.
- Have overall responsibility for the conservation and protection of all plant and animal species in the AISR in accordance with existing legislation, as further specified in policies, strategies and protocols prepared by ICS through the Aride Advisory Committee (AAC) and the CEO of ICS.
- Be responsible for the day-to-day management of the AISR, reporting directly to the CEO and indirectly to the AAC and other specialists where required.
- Be responsible for a small team of local and expatriate staff and volunteers.
- Have overall responsibility for the Environmental Management Plan and annual plans deriving therefrom.
- Be responsible for overseeing the preparation of the monthly, quarterly and annual reports for AISR.
- Be responsible for the implementation of the annual budget, and the stewardship and custody of the physical assets located within the AISR.
- Be responsible for the implementation of the Aride Handbook and approved biodiversity and anti-poaching protocols.
- Be responsible for safe handling on and off the Island, of all staff and approved visitors and the successful conduct of educational and guided tours in the AISR.
Minimum requirement – University undergraduate degree in ornithology, biology, conservation/environmental sciences or closely related field with relevant working experience.
Preferred requirement – As above with at least 5 years of proven experience in a senior management position and responsibility for the performance and output of senior and junior staff in a nature reserve, local or international conservation organisation and proven successful leadership of people with common aims.
Desirable requirement - Certification and/or demonstrable experience as a motor boat skipper.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R360,000 per annum, subject to usual statutory benefits and deductions.
Board and accommodation are provided free of charge.
OTHER
The position is based at the Aride island Special Reserve (AISR). An annual bonus may be paid subject to performance appraisal.
Conservation Officer
Island Conservation Society is looking for a Conservation Officer. The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Science and Projects through the Reserve Manager and:
Minimum requirement - University undergraduate degree in ornithology, biology, conservation/environmental sciences or closely related field with relevant working experience.
Preferred requirement– Postgraduate degree in Ornithology and significant field experience.
Desirable requirement- Certification and experience as an open water scuba diver and proven experience in boat skippering and boat handling generally.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R252,000 per annum, annual salary review and usual statutory benefits and deductions. subject to usual statutory benefits and deductions.
OTHERS
The position is based at the Aride island Special Reserve (AISR). Board and accommodation are provided free of charge. An annual bonus may be paid subject to performance appraisal.
- Be responsible for the management of the conservation centre on AISR and have immediate responsibility for the protection of all plant and animal species therein in accordance with existing legislation, as further specified in policies strategies and protocols approved by ICS through the Aride Advisory committee (AAC) and the CEO.
- Have immediate responsibility for the implementation of the Environmental Management Plan and annual plans deriving therefrom.
- Have immediate responsibility for the preparation and execution of the annual plans and work of the Assistant Conservation Officers and Rangers.
- Have immediate responsibility for preparing the monthly, quarterly and annual reports for AISR.
- Be responsible for the planning and implementation of baseline surveys and monitoring programmes for biodiversity conservation and rehabilitation of terrestrial and associated marine ecosystems.
- Be responsible for implementation of approved biodiversity and anti-poaching protocols.
Minimum requirement - University undergraduate degree in ornithology, biology, conservation/environmental sciences or closely related field with relevant working experience.
Preferred requirement– Postgraduate degree in Ornithology and significant field experience.
Desirable requirement- Certification and experience as an open water scuba diver and proven experience in boat skippering and boat handling generally.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R252,000 per annum, annual salary review and usual statutory benefits and deductions. subject to usual statutory benefits and deductions.
OTHERS
The position is based at the Aride island Special Reserve (AISR). Board and accommodation are provided free of charge. An annual bonus may be paid subject to performance appraisal.
Assistant Conservation Officer
Island Conservation Society is looking for an Assistant Conservation Officer. The successful candidate will report directly to the Conservation Officer and have the following responsibilities:
Minimum requirement - University undergraduate degree in the biological, conservation or environmental sciences or closely related field or at least 4 years’ experience working with ICS or similar organisation in the position of Senior Conservation Ranger.
Preferred requirement– Above with some years of direct relevant experience.
Desirable requirement- Certification and experience as an open water scuba diver and proven experience in boat skippering and boat handling generally.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R180,000 per annum, annual salary review and usual statutory benefits and deductions. subject to usual statutory benefits and deductions.
OTHERS
The position is based at the Aride island Special Reserve (AISR). Board and accommodation are provided free of charge. An annual bonus may be paid subject to performance appraisal.
- The management of the Conservation Centre on Aride Island Special Reserve (AISR).
- The conservation and protection of all plant and animal species in accordance with existing legislation, as further specified in approved policies, strategies and protocols.
- Planning and implementation of baseline surveys and monitoring programs for biodiversity conservation and rehabilitation of terrestrial and associated marine ecosystems.
- Implementation of approved biodiversity and anti-poaching protocols.
- Take instructions from - and be responsible to - the Conservation Officer to implement and deliver the work programme for the AISR.
- Supervise and assist with the work of the Senior Rangers, and other junior conservation staff on the island.
- Be required to act in the position of the Conservation Officer as and when required to do so by ICS head office.
- Be responsible for the implementation of anti -poaching methodologies and patrols on the AISR
Minimum requirement - University undergraduate degree in the biological, conservation or environmental sciences or closely related field or at least 4 years’ experience working with ICS or similar organisation in the position of Senior Conservation Ranger.
Preferred requirement– Above with some years of direct relevant experience.
Desirable requirement- Certification and experience as an open water scuba diver and proven experience in boat skippering and boat handling generally.
REMUNERATION
The position is for a two-year contract with a remuneration of R180,000 per annum, annual salary review and usual statutory benefits and deductions. subject to usual statutory benefits and deductions.
OTHERS
The position is based at the Aride island Special Reserve (AISR). Board and accommodation are provided free of charge. An annual bonus may be paid subject to performance appraisal.
