Alphonse Island

Conservation Officer

Josefin Lindell

Josefin's journey in ocean conservation began in a coastal town in southern Sweden, fueled by a childhood dream of diving the Great Barrier Reef. Her global travels deepened her fascination with the natural world, inspiring her to earn a BSc in Marine Science and an MSc in Marine Biology. To conduct her master’s research, she traveled to South Africa, where she studied the impacts of recreational fishing on elasmobranchs. This experienced underscored a truth that drives her work today: conservation cannot be separated from human communities.
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Josefin is dedicated to bridging the gap between socioeconomic needs and ecological preservation. She is driven by two central questions: how can we live sustainably to protect our remaining natural resources, and how can we inspire others to care for them? Her life’s work is dedicated to a singular, lasting impact, ensuring that the natural world is left in a better, safer state for future generations then when she arrived. 


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Assistant Conservation Officer

Luke Cowdry-Howes

Born and raised in the UK, Luke Cowdry-Howes has spent his life living on the coast volunteering in various projects to promote sustainable practices and conserving the environment where he worked as a river warden gaining experience in monitoring wildlife. To follow his dreams of working in this field, he graduated from Southampton University with a Bsc in Marine Biology, with a focus on conservation.
Luke has a deep passion for marine ecology and has a particular love for crustaceans and elasmobranchs making Alphonse the perfect fit. However, he sees the beauty in all life and understands the importance to conserve animals to maintain a rich and healthy ecosystem. It is safe to say the bird species and charismatic giant tortoises have won him over. 
With his new role on Alphonse, he is excited to bring his skills and enthusiasm to a new environment, which he has fallen in love with from the first day. Luke cannot wait for the adventures the next two years will bring and hopes to do all he can to maintain the great work that has been done on the island. 

Conservation Ranger

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 Assistant Conservation Officer

Frida Persson

Born and raised in the South of Sweden, Frida always had a great passion for travelling and exploring the world. It was during these travels that she developed a deep love for the ocean, which ultimately inspired her career path.
She pursued this passion back home, completing both her BSc in Marine Sciences and her MSc in Marine Biology in Gothenburg. Eager to explore and learn from different places, she went abroad as much as possible during her studies, spending a semester in Tasmania, Australia, and conducting her thesis research in Galicia, Spain, and Sodwana Bay, South Africa.
After graduating, Frida spent two years working as a Marine Biologist and Whale Watching Guide in the Azores. Spending every day on the water, she loved teaching visitors about whales, dolphins, and the vital importance of marine conservation. She firmly believes that conservation is essential for protecting our oceans and the planet. Now, as an Assistant Conservation Officer on Alphonse, she has already learned so much and is incredibly excited for what the next two years will bring.
Ile Aride

Reserve Manager

Jude Brice

Jude Brice is a seasoned conservation and maritime operations professional with over 20 years of experience across Seychelles’ marine industries and protected areas. Now serving as Reserve Manager of Aride Island Special Reserve, he brings a proven track record in island management, logistics, and ecological stewardship built through roles in marine parks, private charter operations, and at Aldabra Atoll, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Jude’s career began as a Ranger and Boatman with the Marine Park Authority, followed by skipper roles with Silhouette Cruises and Water World. At Aldabra, he became renowned for his deep knowledge of the atoll’s waters, having dived nearly its entire perimeter and for his leadership in search and rescue operations and navigating piracy threats. As Island Manager from 2016 to 2022, he oversaw infrastructure, energy systems, staff and visitor coordination, and conservation enforcement, while supporting scientific monitoring and leading major initiatives like the Aldabra Clean-Up Project (ACUP).
From 2022 to 2025, Jude served as Base Manager for VPM Bestsails, managing a fleet of charter yachts and leading technical, HR, and client service operations. His expertise spans photovoltaic systems, desalination plants, engine mechanics, and electrical troubleshooting, all skills essential for sustaining remote island life.
On Aride, Jude continues to foster a collaborative, safety-focused environment, empowering teams and supporting biodiversity monitoring. His dedication, resilience, and quiet excellence make him a vital guardian of Seychelles’ natural heritage and hope to be an inspiring figure in island conservation leadership with pride and integrity.

Conservation & Science Officer

Mersiah Rose

Mersiah Rose is a proud Seychelloise with a heart rooted in nature and a mind wired for science. As Aride’s Conservation and Science Officer, she brings a rare blend of curiosity, creativity, and deep ecological knowledge to the island’s conservation efforts.
Growing up surrounded by the beauty of Seychelles, Mersiah always felt a pull towards  the natural world. That passion has taken her across islands and ecosystems, from and forest trails, remote atolls and most recently freshwater rivers. Her work has ranged from biodiversity and long-term monitoring, GIS mapping and sustainability planning, Health and safety, sampling, species identification and data management, always with a focus on making science accessible and impactful.
Before joining Aride, Mersiah co-led freshwater conservation projects with Gaea Seychelles, managed sustainability programs at Constance Lemuria, and supported research at Aldabra Atoll. She’s trained students, guided tourists, and collaborated with NGOs and government teams, all while advocating for data sharing, citizen science, and cultural pride.
Fluent in English, French, and Creole (and conversant in Mandarin!), Mersiah is also a skilled communicator and creative spirit. Whether she’s crafting outreach materials, mentoring interns, or identifying rare fauna, she brings warmth, precision, and purpose to everything she does.
For Mersiah, conservation isn’t just a job—it’s a way of life. Her belief is simple: “To love nature, you must first understand it.” And on Aride, she’s helping others do just that.


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Assistant Conservation Officer


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Other Staffs

Conservation Ranger - Steve Esther and Micheal Ah-Kong
Asst. Conservation Ranger - Yudrah Oreddy
Operations and Maintenance Officer - Jean-Claude Camille
General assistant- Laurette Asba
Handyman - Stephann Antoine
Astove/Cosmoledo

Conservation Officer

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Assistant Conservation Officer

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Desroches Island
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Conservation Officer

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Assistant Conservation Officer

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Conservation Ranger

Naila Vidot

Naila joins ICS following a two-year course in fisheries science and technology at the Seychelles Maritime Academy. In her first year at the academy, she completed a two-month work-based attachment with the Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority in the Ste. Anne Marine National Park, where her daily responsibilities included patrolling and monitoring. Her appointment on Desroches is her first job away from home. She hopes this experience will allow her to gain a first-hand understanding of the awe-inspiring nature and the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit our islands.
Farquhar Atoll

Conservation Officer

Emma Cotton

Emma is from the UK and has several years of experience working in conservation. Having gained a BSc in Zoology, she has developed a passion for island conservation; working within the Indian Ocean for the past few years including Seychelles, Madagascar and Mauritius. She has a keen interest in island restoration and birds. She enjoys all things nature. After working on Aride Island, where she led the conservation team, Emma moved on to Alphonse where she expanded her horizon in marine conservation.
Now based on Farquhar, Emma is looking forward to continue to discovering what the Atoll has to offer and what project she can implement there.
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 Conservation Ranger

Julio Confiance

Growing up Julio always had a passion for nature. He studied tourism and tour guiding at the Seychelles Tourism Academy. He then joined ICS on Desroches as a Ranger. It was there that he learnt a lot about sea turtles and the wildlife of Seychelles. He then moved on to Aride Island where he continued to learn new skills in monitoring of wildlife but also on how to handle boats. His skills in tour guiding made him a favourite amongst the visitors to the island.
​Julio has also worked for a short while on Alphonse where he expanded his knowledge in marine conservation. Julio is looking forward to learn more about the Farquhar Atoll. 
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Assistant Conservation Officer
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Ile Plate

Conservation Officer

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Assistant Conservation Officer

Cedric Andriamananarivo ​

Cedric Andriamananarivo is a forestry engineer with a strong passion for nature conservation and ecological restoration. His professional journey has taken him through various projects focused on ecological restoration, sustainable forest management, and biodiversity preservation.
​With solid technical expertise and a deep commitment to protecting ecosystems, he actively contributes to local and regional initiatives aimed at restoring degraded landscapes, enhancing ecosystem resilience, and promoting sustainable practices.​
Today, in his new position, he applies his knowledge in biodiversity conservation and applied ecology to support concrete, impactful actions in favor of nature.

Senior Conservation Ranger 

Ricky Adeline 

​Passionate about marine life and wildlife conservation, he has more than 5 years of experience working in island ecosystems across the Seychelles. Over the years, he has developed strong monitoring and fieldwork skills involving seabirds, sea turtles, tortoises, coral reefs, and a wide range of other terrestrial and marine species.
In 2021, Ricky joined Island Conservation Society (ICS) as a Ranger based on Aride Island. Since then, his conservation journey has taken him to several remote outer islands, including Farquhar Atoll, Astove Atoll, Cosmoledo Atoll, and today Plate Island, where he continues to contribute to important conservation and monitoring activities. Working in these isolated environments has strengthened both his field expertise and his deep connection with nature.
Alongside his conservation work, he is also an experienced skipper with a strong interest in marine conservation. His time at sea has deepened his understanding of ocean ecosystems and reinforced his commitment to protecting biodiversity both above and below the water’s surface.
Ricky is devoted and driven by the belief that every living being has a role in the great strong of our planet’s survival. His journey began with quiet moments, hearing the call of distant birds, and feeling the pulse of life in every leaf. 

Assistant Conservation Officer

Maria Daniella Aza

Hailing from Mauritius, Maria Daniella holds a Bsc in Biology. She is also a graduated fellow from the Charles R. Wall Conservation Leadership Management Fellowship (cohort 2023), with the African Wildlife Foundation, which included  an internship at Ebony Forest in Mauritius.  She has previously worked for over 2 years as a Passerine Conservation Biologist  based on Ile aux Aigrettes with the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation, where she was mainly involved in the monitoring of the Mauritius Fody and the Olive-White eye bird’s population. 
She also worked as the Conservation Leader at Casela Nature Parks for more than 2 years, where she led education programs on biodiversity protection for school and tourists through guided tours and workshops, as well as developing capacity building for staff through training and mentorship programs.
Sharing her passion for unique wildlife has been something that she has always cherished. With her friends, she also developed an awareness campaign on biodiversity concepts via a Mountain Peak Challenge called ‘Rando dans LEO( les-hauts)’ and led several clean up campaigns as a member of the LEO Club.
Silhouette Island

Conservation Officer

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Assistant Conservation Officer

Jean-Pierre Barrallon

Jean-Pierre has the academic training in marine sciences and applied experience in environmental conservation. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology from the University of Southampton, United Kingdom. During his university studies, he developed a keen interest in data analysis, particularly for the interpretation of ecological patterns and evaluation of environmental management outcomes. 
During his summer academic breaks, he undertook an internship with the Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority (SPGA), where he assisted in project management activities related to conservation initiatives and protected area operations. Previously, he worked with the Marine Conservation Society Seychelles (MCSS), contributing to coastal restoration projects in southern Mahé and the monitoring of Hawksbill turtle. 
Since joining ICS and being posted on Silhouette Island, Jean-Pierre has further developed his scientific and personal interests, particularly in the macrography of insects, as well as in scuba diving and freediving.

Senior Conservation Ranger

Christopher Narty

Christopher (also known as Topher) is a Seychellois. He attended the Maritime Training Centre (MTC) on Mahé in 2000 to 2002. As part of his training, he worked for 6 months on the IDC supply vessels visiting the outer islands of the Seychelles.
​Whilst at MTC he also completed his PADI Divemaster training, following which he went to work as a Divemaster on Alphonse Island for two years.
He continued to gain experience of the waters surrounding the Seychelles by working as a dive guide on liveaboard vessels in the outer islands and as a kayaking guide around Praslin and La Digue.
​His love of the natural world has grown through these experiences, and he is happy to be using his keen eye for wildlife and excellent knowledge of Seychelles flora and fauna in his role as Senior Conservation Ranger with ICS on Silhouette. Christopher was previously based on Alphonse Island where he spent 11 years. The experience acquired over the years will surely bring added benefit to him and to ICS on Silhouette.
Topher’s current interests include fisheries and sustainability.