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SOS TARTARUGAS CABO VERDEConservation Positions 2013

Background to the project

APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR RANGERS, TOURISM, CAMP COORDINATOR 30TH JANUARY 2013.

SHORT TERM VOLUNTEERS CAN APPLY AT ANY TIME.

Cabo Verde is the world’s third most important site for nesting loggerhead turtles. SOS Tartarugas began operations in June 2008 on Sal in response to the wholesale slaughter of turtles as they came on to the beach to nest, a situation that may have resulted in rapid extinction. SOS Tartarugas is a non-profit environmental organisation. The main objective is to protect and conserve loggerhead turtles through deterring illegal hunting and protecting nesting habitat. We work in conjunction with local and national government and law enforcement agencies and over five seasons have significantly reduced the number of nesting turtles killed. SOS Tartarugas is based on Sal but also works in conjunction with other partners on several more islands. The organization is a member of TAOLA, the Cape Verdean Sea Turtle Network. For more information visit www.turtlesos.org or our blog http://turtlesoscaboverde.blogspot.com/ The project encompasses patrolling beaches (night and morning) to monitor nesting and deter hunting, data collection, research, working with tourists and local businesses, operation of hatcheries, education & outreach activities and beach clean-ups. The work is undertaken by full-time and part-time Rangers of many nationalities as well as volunteers from the community & Capeverdean Monitors. Although there is a wide scope of activities within the project, protection of nesting turtles continues to be the main focus and this can be stressful and tiring, but ultimately highly rewarding. You can find more information about typical nights and days on our blog. Extracts from thelog book

The usual nesting season is from June until October with hatchlings being born from mid-August until late December. The project is based in Santa Maria, a popular tourist destination known for its beaches and water-sports. Participants are based in self-catering accommodation at Turtle House, (www.surfactivity.it) a surf hotel close to the beach as well as in field camps. Due to expansion of the project there may be alternative accommodation in apartments close to Turtle House.

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When & how you can participate in the projectThere are various ways in which you can contribute to the conservation of marine turtles in Cabo Verde, depending on your experience and the time you have available.  We are inviting applications for varying periods, ranging from a few weeks to the entire season.  You can even participate if you have only a few days on your holiday. The available positions are detailed below.  

WHAT'S THE KEY INGREDIENT TO WORK IN THIS PROJECT?The ability to work hard under mentally & physically challenging conditions with a group of people you don't know who all have different personalities, cultures, experiences and continue to have a positive attitude.  We can teach you to work with turtles but you have to bring a great attitude with you!

Nesting usually begins in the second week of June and peaks during July, August & September, declining to one or two nests a day by the beginning of October.  Hatching goes on until late December. July, August & September are intense and tiring and you will need considerable mental and physical stamina, commitment and calmness during this time. 

We are looking for people who really want to work in this field and who view the Ranger positions as jobs, not as a working holiday.  For this reason, unlike the majority of turtle conservation projects, we offer a small amount of financial support as well as free accommodation.  If you would like a working holiday please look at the description for short term volunteers.

Our work consists of: June – Night patrols and morning patrols. Daily presentations at the hatchery.

Daytime work (maintenance, making signs, outreach). Turtle Walks for guests start in the last week of the month.

July – Night patrols, morning patrols. Field camps operational. Daily presentations at the hatchery. Daytime work (maintenance, making signs, outreach). Turtle Walks.

August - Night patrols, morning patrols. Field camps operational. Daily presentations at the hatchery. Daytime work (maintenance, making signs, outreach). Turtle Walks. Nest excavations at the hatchery and on the beach, hatchling releases. Hatchery checks throughout the night.

September - Night patrols, morning patrols. Field camps operational. Daily presentations at the hatchery. Daytime work (maintenance, making signs, outreach). Turtle Walks. Nest excavations at the hatchery and the beach, hatchling releases. Hatchery checks throughout the night.

October - Morning patrols. Afternoon patrols to excavate nests. Daily presentations at the hatchery. Daytime work (maintenance, making signs, outreach). Nest excavations at the hatchery. Hatchling releases. Hatchery checks throughout the night. Field camps close.

November - Hatchery checks throughout the night. Morning & afternoon patrols to excavate nests. Daily presentations at the hatchery. Daytime work (maintenance, making signs, outreach). Nest excavations at the hatchery.

This is an opportunity to be part of a new and expanding project that is achieving excellent results and with your contribution will continue to evolve. It will not only provide you with good experience of turtle conservation techniques but also give you the opportunity to make a real difference to the survival of marine turtles. SOS Tartarugas staff have been directly responsible for saving numerous nesting turtles and hatchlings and experience a high level of satisfaction from being able to rapidly affect the declining situation in Cabo Verde. Rangers are based in Santa Maria but spend varying periods at the field camp in basic conditions. Please note that only

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water and basic foods are provided in the camps (see section about the camp for more information).

This is challenging work that can be extremely tiring and stressful. You will work during the night as well as during the day. A good level of fitness and physical and mental energy is required as patrols are long (some are all night), conducted on foot and may be as much as 15km. Shift patterns vary but you will have one day’s rest per week. Read the FAQs for more information.

We patrol in pairs and are sometimes supported by the military but you will encounter hunters on the beach even if soldiers are present. You should be sure that you are mentally strong and calm enough to accept this.

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How to apply

APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR RANGERS, TOURISM, CAMP COORDINATOR 30TH JANUARY 2013.

SHORT TERM VOLUNTEERS CAN APPLY AT ANY TIME.

Please read the job descriptions and FAQs carefully before deciding which position you are most suitable for and the dates to which you can commit. Please think carefully which time of year would suit your skills and personality best and whether you have the stamina to sustain a long period of patrolling.  An application form can be found at the end of this document.  Please follow the instructions very carefully as incomplete or incorrect applications will not be accepted or acknowledged.  Send your application to [email protected] before 31st January 2013. 

Your application will be acknowledged within a few days and you will be notified by 7th February if you have been shortlisted.  We will interview all shortlisted candidates by skype between 1st-14th February.  You must have skype, we will not call by phone.  If your application is successful you will be sent a detailed job offer with terms and conditions.  You will have 14 days to accept the position..

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Wildlife Rangers with experience We require Wildlife Rangers with experience from the beginning of June until mid Octo-ber. To apply for this position you must have previous experience on a similar turtle con-servation project. You must be competent at working with nesting turtles including accu-rate recording of data, track identification, flipper tagging, relocation of nests & nest ex-cavations. You will be responsible for the supervision of volunteers. You may be asked to perform other duties such as working in the hatchery, guiding visitors on nighttime walks as well as participating in outreach activities with schools and other groups. You may also participate in or develop research projects. You will be have a probationary period and will be expected to pass a written & practical test.

Requirements for Wildlife Rangers with experienceAvailable mid-June to mid-OctoberPrevious experience in turtle conservation projectHigh level of energy & flexibilityAt least 20 years oldUnderstand written and spoken EnglishGood attention to detailDriving LicenseGood level of physical fitnessUsed to physically challenging conditions (long walks, late nights, hot weather, insects)Ability to work and live with people of different backgrounds and nationalitiesAble to work independently and show initiative

Other skills that are useful·       You speak more than one language – particularly Kriolu, Portuguese, Italian, Ger-

man or French·       You are a mechanic and able to maintain quad bikes and a cars with limited re-

sources·       You have practical skills such as woodworking or building ·       You have sales or customer service skills·       You have computer skills (design packages, spreadsheet or database manage-

ment)·       You have experience in tourism ·       You have legal experience·       You are a teacher or have experience in environmental education·       You have experience training and managing volunteers in a similar project

Benefits for Wildlife Rangers with experienceShared accommodation. A monthly food allowance of €100 per month following the suc-

cessful completion of a two week training period & written test, rising to €150/month if objectives are met. See FAQs for information about living costs on Sal.

Timing : Start date week commencing 4 June to mid October. We prefer candidates who can commit to the entire period.

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Field Coordinator São Nicolau São Nicolau is a beautiful island northwest of Sal, it has a fantastic combination of beaches, mountains, dramatic rocky coastlines, colonial style buildings and old fashioned charm.  We have been supporting turtle conservation and educational activities there for a number of years.  This year we would like to increase the level of support by sending a team of two people to live there and coordinate our activities, engage more people in the community and help to boost the skills and knowledge of the already established project.

The coordinator needs to be a very special person, with a mixture of solid experience with loggerhead turtles, the ability to work independently and proven leadership skills.  Some of the beaches are isolated and hard to get to you will need to be resourceful and show initiative to develop the best plan for the season.  If you think this is you please review the requirements for Wildlife Ranger and add these.

Must have experience with nesting loggerhead turtles (including track identification, tagging, nest relocations and nest excavations)Must speak Capeverdean Krioul or Portuguese or SpanishMust have attention to detail, capable of excellent data collection and ability to follow protocols Must have experience training and leading other peopleMust be dynamic and able to problem solveMust be able to work independentlyMust be friendly and culturally sensitive

This is an ideal stepping stone for someone already working in turtle conservation who wishes to become a project coordinator.

To be interviewed for this position, you will need to demonstrate on your application that you have all the above qualities and experience.

Timing : Training in Sal in June and staying on São Nicolau between July and October.

Benefits : Initially €100/month plus accommodation - rising to €300 depending on performance.

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Wildlife Rangers no experienceWe require Wildlife Rangers from the beginning of June until mid-December for two peri-ods, either 18 June - 27 August or 27 August to 5 November. Wildlife Rangers are re-sponsible for protecting nesting loggerhead turtles, their eggs and the nesting beaches. Duties will include night patrols to deter hunters, tagging and measuring turtles and col-lecting data and day patrols to relocate nests to the hatchery. Following the end of the nesting season Rangers will be responsible for monitoring nests and releasing hatch-lings. You may be asked to perform other duties such as working in the hatchery, guid-ing visitors on nighttime walks as well as participating in outreach activities with schools and other groups.

We need motivated, committed and flexible individuals with a strong desire to make a difference. You must have previous fieldwork experience but not necessarily on a turtle project. Priority will be given to those with relevant experience and who wish to develop a career in conservation work. You will be have a probationary period and will be ex-pected to pass a written & practical test.

Requirements for Wildlife Rangers (no experience) Desire to work in conservation High level of energy & flexibility At least 18 years old Understand written and spoken English Good attention to detail Good level of physical fitness Used to physically challenging conditions (long walks, late nights, hot weather,

insects) Ability to work and live with people of different backgrounds and nationalities Able to work independently and show initiative

Other skills that are useful You speak more than one language – particularly Kriolu, Portuguese, Italian,

German or French You are a mechanic and able to maintain quad bikes and a cars with limited re-

sources You have practical skills such as woodworking or building You have sales or customer service skills You have computer skills (design packages, spreadsheet or database manage-

ment) You have experience in tourism You have legal experience You are a teacher or have experience in environmental education You have experience training and managing volunteers in a similar project

Benefits for Wildlife Rangers with no experienceShared accommodation and a monthly food allowance of €100 per month on successful completion of a two week training period & written test. Bonuses are available for those who show commitment and initiative.

Timing : 18 June - 27 August OR 27 August - 5 November

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Camp Coordinator (Full time – minimum commitment four months)

The camp coordinator manages the field camp in Serra Negra and will stay in the camp for a minimum of five days and maximum of six out of every seven. The camp coordinator must have experience of running remote field camps and preferably have at least three months of experience with nesting turtles. Serra Negra is a protected area and is the most important nesting beach on Sal with the highest density of nests.

The camp coordinator will spend varying periods in the camp and be responsible for all aspects of the camp including:Training & motivation of volunteers and ranger Implementation of project protocol relating to data collection, working with the turtles, nest relocation, monitoring of nests, operation of hatcheryCamp logistics (transportation, food, water)Management of groups arriving for turtle watching (NOT guiding)Health, safety and well being of volunteers and rangers including hygiene of the campCollation of data Coordination with other aspects of the project

Requirements for Camp Coordinator Experience of management of remote field camps Experience in similar turtle conservation project Experience of managing volunteers Desire to work in conservation High level of energy & flexibility At least 20 years old Understand written and spoken English plus either Portuguese, Kriolu or Spanish Good attention to detail Driving License Good level of physical fitness Used to physically challenging conditions (long walks, late nights, hot weather,

insects) Ability to work and live with people of different backgrounds and nationalities Able to work independently and show initiative

Benefits: During rest days and days in Santa Maria shared accommodation is provided as well as a monthly food allowance of €100 per month (on successful completion of two week training period and written test), rising to €150 per month if you meet objectives or show initiative that results in improvements in and development of the project. See FAQs for camp conditions.

Timing : 4 June - 20 October.

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Tourism ManagerYou are responsible for the development and delivery of all our activities with visitors. These will include, but are not limited to, leading night-time visits to nesting beaches, presentations at hotels, hatchling releases, kid’s clubs and daily presentations at the hatchery and the maintenance of relationships with businesses on Sal. You will be re-sponsible for managing our turtle adoption scheme and selling merchandise to support the project. You will be responsible for our shop in Santa Maria. You are responsible for the management of three Tourism Rangers. You will also be required to do occasional beach patrols with the other Rangers so that you can fully understand the project goals and methods. This job is a mixture of daytime and nighttime shifts.

Previous experience with turtles is an advantage but is not necessary, as full training will be given. However, you need to have a strong desire to work in a conservation project and be able to communicate the project’s goals as well as having a belief in environmen-tally conscious living. Your job is to represent the project and you should be confident and outgoing. You must have experience in a tourism, sales or customer service envi-ronment. You must have experience managing other people. You should be comfort-able talking to large groups as well as individuals and recognize that contact with turtles is often a life changing experience for visitors. A large part of your job is making that ex-perience the best that it can be. You must be fluent in English, another language is use-ful. You must be trustworthy, financially astute, organized and have computer skills.

There are still many areas where expansion of our programme is possible. You have the opportunity to fine tune our current activities and add new ones.

Requirements for Tourism Manager Previous experience working with tourists or a background in sales or customer

service Management experience Desire to work in conservation Outgoing personality and good communication skills Understand written and spoken English Driving License Good level of physical fitness High level of energy & flexibility. Innovative and creative Able to make presentations to large groups of people (in English) Ability to work and live with people of different backgrounds and nationalities Able to work independently and show initiative Excellent organizational skills Computer skills (Word/Excel) Presentable, honest & trustworthy

Benefits: Shared accommodation and a living allowance of €100 a month following suc-cessful completion of training and a written test. Benefits could rise to as much as €300 a month subject to reaching objectives.

Timing : Start date week commencing 4 June to mid December. We prefer candidates who can commit to the entire season.

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Tourism Ranger (x3)Reporting to the Tourism Manager you will be involved in all our activities with visitors. These will include, but are not limited to, leading night-time visits to nesting beaches, hatchling releases, kid’s clubs and daily presentations at the hatchery. You will be pro-moting our Adopt a Turtle scheme and selling merchandise to support the project. You will also be required to do occasional beach patrols with the other Rangers so that you can fully understand the project goals and methods. This job is a mixture of daytime and nighttime shifts. Please consider that you will be accompanying people on turtle walks six nights out of seven for as long as 14 weeks, sometimes without seeing a turtle. You need to be outgoing, resilient and cheerful to fulfill this job.

Previous experience with turtles is an advantage but is not necessary, as full training will be given. However, you need to have a strong desire to work in a conservation project and be able to communicate the project’s goals as well as having a belief in environmen-tally conscious living. Your job is to represent the project and you should be confident and outgoing. Previous experience in a sales or customer service environment is an ad-vantage. You should be comfortable talking to large groups as well as individuals and recognize that contact with turtles is often a life changing experience for visitors. A large part of your job is making that experience the best that it can be. You must be fluent in English plus another language (Portuguese, French, Italian, Dutch or German). You must be trustworthy, financially astute, organized and have computer skills.

Requirements for Tourism Ranger:Desire to work in conservationOutgoing personality and good communication skillsPrevious experience working with touristsUnderstand written and spoken English and another languageDriving LicenseGood level of physical fitnessHigh level of energy & flexibilityAble to make presentations to small groups of peopleAbility to work and live with people of different backgrounds and nationalitiesAble to work independently and show initiativeOrganized & presentable

Benefits: Shared accommodation and a living allowance of €100 a month after success-ful completion of two week training period and written test. Your allowance may be in-creased if you take on additional responsibilities or show initiative that results in improve-ments in and development of the project.

Timing : 11th June - 3rd September OR 3rd September - 4th December.

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SHORT TERM VOLUNTEERS

THERE IS NO APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR VOLUNTEERSYOU CAN APPLY AT ANY TIME.

Volunteers assist experienced full-time Rangers and, under supervision, perform all the same duties, including night patrols to deter hunters, tagging and measuring turtles and collecting data and day patrols to relocate nests to the hatchery. Volunteers are also re-sponsible for monitoring nests and releasing hatchlings. You may be asked to perform other duties such as working with tourists, outreach activities and research projects. It will not only provide you with good experience of turtle conservation techniques and give you the opportunity to make a real difference to the survival of marine turtles. Volunteers have been directly responsible for saving numerous nesting turtles and hatchlings and experience a high level of satisfaction from being able to rapidly change the declining sit-uation on Sal. You will spend periods of time in the field camps (usually three days at a time).

This is challenging work that can be extremely tiring and stressful. You will work during the night as well as during the day. A good level of fitness and physical and mental en-ergy is required as patrols are long (possibly all night), conducted on foot may be as much as 15km. Shift patterns vary but you will have one day’s rest per week. Read the FAQs for more information.

During your volunteer period you will have the opportunity to participate in other activities such as sightseeing, diving and other water-sports.

Requirements: Desire to work in conservation At least 18 years old Understand written and spoken English Good level of physical fitness High level of energy & flexibility Used to physically challenging conditions (long walks, late nights, hot weather,

insects) Ability to work and live with people of different backgrounds and nationalities Able to work independently and show initiative

Volunteer Fees: Volunteers pay €100 per week to cover accommodation, water and electricity but this does not include food. Please note that water and basic foods are provided in the camps (see section about the camp for more information). Rangers nor-mally cook dinner communally for €10 per person per week, other meals are prepared individually. Sal is not a cheap place to live so you should have sufficient money to sup-port yourself.

Once a volunteering period has been agreed you will be asked for a deposit with the full amount payable eight weeks prior to arrival. A cancellation fee of 20% will be applied af-ter this time.

Timing : We require volunteers from the middle of June until mid-December. Start dates are flexible. Minimum period one week but we prefer applicants who can participate for three weeks.

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Working with turtles as part of your holiday

If you would like to participate in the project as part of your holiday we can tailor make a programme to fit in with the time you have available. This option is a good choice for families as there are some activities that are suitable for children as young as 10. Your holiday could incorporate

Night time patrols on foot with Wildlife Rangers to nesting beaches where you will assist with turtles being tagged and measured (must have a good level of fitness)

Morning patrols to assist with relocation of nests Assisting with turtle walks, working in the hatchery and helping with hatchling

releases

You will be asked to pay a participation fee of €15 per person per day. We are a non-profit organization and your fee goes directly to turtle conservation and community projects.

It is possible to participate from July until December. (Nesting season is from June to October with hatchlings being born from mid August until mid-December).

You can choose to stay with the Rangers in Turtle House depending on availability (at additional cost). We can assist with holiday arrangements through our travel agency partners. Please email [email protected] for more information.

Research projectsIf you are a student and wish to complete a research project as part of your studies, we have several ongoing studies that may be suitable. We can also collaborate on the development of new studies that make a contribution to the conservation of loggerhead turtles in Cabo Verde. Research projects are undertaken in addition to duties as a Ranger. If this is of interest please complete the application form for a Wildlife Ranger position and complete the section regarding research projects.

About the field campsTwo field camps are planned, one at Serra Negra and one at Mont Leão, the only Marine Protected Zone (MPZ) in Cape Verde. In 2011 & 2012 Serra Negra had the highest density of turtles on Sal - it is therefore the best opportunity to work with turtles and is also where the majority of training will take place. Mont Leão has a lower nesting density but has a high mortality rate and therefore is a critical area for protection. Both beaches are only 20 minutes drive from Santa Maria but are quiet and infrequently visited. By participating in these camps you will make a very real difference to the survival of nesting turtles on Sal. You will stay on the beach in groups of three or four living in tents, for three to six nights and have one day of rest in Santa Maria at Turtle House each week. We may share the camp with soldiers. During the night you will make patrols in the area and during the day will have time to rest and swim and perform maintenance duties around the camp (including beach cleaning). There is a pit toilet and shaded areas but limited fresh water. Drinking water and basic foodstuff is provided, including rice, pasta, sugar & tinned goods but you will be responsible for bringing fresh food, bread and other items with you. Facilities and comfort will be limited so you should be sure that you are able to cope with these conditions before you apply for this option. You will be advised what you need to bring if you are offered a place.

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Why this project is different to other projects The work is very direct and hands on.  We are saving turtles from being killed,

preventing the loss of nests and protecting habitat.  You will see immediate re-sults from your work.

We do not charge you HUGE FEES.  The majority of participants actually GET PAID a living allowance plus accommodation.  

By taking on more responsibility you have the opportunity to EARN MORE. The accommodation is incredible and only made possible by the support of the

owners of Turtle House/SurfActivity. We are based in a tourist resort so there are a lot of restaurants and bars plus

great beaches and access to watersports (world famous windsurfing spot, diving, sailing)

You can get involved in other aspects of the project such as tourism, outreach, research (ongoing work on beach suitability, sex-ratio and in-water studies).

It's not just us - there's loads of people who live here of all nationalities who give one or two nights a week to protecting the turtles - it makes it a multi-national, multi-aged, interesting place to work.

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FAQs

Will I be trained to work with turtles? Yes, full training will be given and will be ongoing throughout the season. For short-term volunteers training will be more hands on and less theoretical.Do I need to be fit? Everyone finds the first couple of weeks hard as walking on soft sand takes a little bit of getting used to. You need to be physically active and able to walk up to 15km in four hours.In what way will this work further my career? The experience you will gain is only limited by your willingness to become involved. The project is multifaceted and not only would you learn about working with nesting loggerhead turtles but you could also become involved in research projects, work with tourists, manage data, make presentations, work with communities and with children, and possibly gain experience of managing others. You will have experienced a new culture and will have demonstrated that you can work hard and have the ability to cope under physically difficult conditions. Can I apply for shorter periods than those stated? Yes, for exceptional candidates dates can be flexible. Will I receive any payment? Living allowances for Rangers are only offered if you meet the stated criteria & successfully complete the training & pass a written test. Bonuses are available for those who take on extra responsibility.Will I be reimbursed for flights and other expenses? No, only benefits stated above will be paid. Do I need a visa? Yes, you should obtain a tourist visa suitable for your length of stay from your own country prior to arrival in Cabo Verde. We can supply a letter supporting visa applications but cannot assist in any other way. For short stays (one month or less) you can buy a visa on arrival for €25.As a Wildlife Rangers will my living allowance cover all my expenses? The price of food and other items is high due to import taxes, you should bring extra money to cover unforeseen costs. In previous years Rangers cooked communally dinner on a budget of €10 per person per week, other meals are prepared individually.Am I required to pay any fees? Volunteer fees are €100/week. Rangers are paid a living allowance. All participants are required to pay a €100 returnable deposit against breakages or loss of project equipment. What is the weather like? Generally weather in Sal is warm and pleasant, (August and September are the hottest months) with strong sea breezes. Usually small amounts of rain fall in August, September and October. You should bring a rain jacket. Warm clothes are needed at the start and the end of the season.What are medical facilities like? There is a government run hospital which is basic and a private clinic which is expensive. Most medicines are available, but you must arrange insurance that will cover repatriation in an emergency. We will not be responsible for medical expenses and will ask for proof of insurance. Cases of malaria are rare in Sal but are sometimes seen on other islands.What is it like living in Sal? Sal is a new tourism destination and as such is subject to power cuts, water shortages and other issues that may be expected in a developing nation. You will not find the same level of service and goods to which you may be accustomed. However, Santa Maria is a pleasant place to live with low crime, a wide range of water sports, bars and restaurants. The population on Sal is a mix of European, African and Capeverdean. Those who come with a flexible and open attitude will enjoy exploring a different culture and maximizing their time on a sunny island with great water sports and good social life.

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How much leisure time will I have? During the nesting season you will work six days/nights a week, although this may vary depending on the needs of the project. On your day off you will probably be too tired to do much but sleep and rest but people do find the time to dive, sunbathe or sightsee. This is a job and should not be viewed as a working holiday.

What is a typical day like? Every day & every night can be different as the work is very dynamic and the timings vary a lot. However, our work schedule for Rangers & Volunteers is usually:20.30 Briefing21:00 Night patrols (either 21:00-01:00 or 01:00-07:00 or 21:00-07:00)06:00 - 09:00 Morning patrol09:00 - 16:00 Rest & leisure time16:00 - 18:00 Work period (maintenance & other tasks)19:00 Dinner

For the tourism team20:15 - 23:00 Turtle Walks10:00-12:00 Hatchery duty / hotel visits 16:00 - 18:00 Hatchery duty / hotel visits

What is the accommodation like? Turtle House is a surf hotel during the winter and has a range of rooms and communal areas with an outdoor space with hammocks. It is very close to the beach. All rooms are en suite with either two or three beds (single sex sharing). Cooking and eating areas are communal. You are responsible for keeping your room and the communal areas clean. We recommend you visit the website www.surfactivity.it.What is the best way to reach Sal? You can reach Sal (SID) from many European, African and American cities. Flights to Cabo Verde can be expensive and it is sometimes best to look for flights with charter, rather than scheduled airlines. One way bargains can often be obtained close to the day of travel. We suggest that you try the following:From Lisbon TACV Cabo Verde Airlines or TAP or White AirwaysFrom the UK (Birmingham, Gatwick, Manchester, East Midlands, Glasgow) www.thomsonfly.com or First Choice http://flights.firstchoice.co.uk/firstchoice/en-GB/booking/standardsearchFrom Germany (Dusseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Hanover) www.tuifly.comFrom Brussels www.jetairfly.comFrom France Excel http://www.xlairways.fr/From Scandanavia http://www.tuiflynordic.dk http://www.tuiflynordic.se http://www.tuiflynordic.fi, http://www.tuiflynordic.noFrom the Netherlands Transavia http://www.transavia.com/hv/en-EU/home or Arkefly http://www.arkefly.nl/default.aspxFrom the USA there are direct flights on TACV from Boston to Praia (the capital city) but it is generally cheaper to fly via London or another European city.Please bear in mind that flight prices and charter flights are often cheaper as you get closer to the departure date.Here is a useful flight guide http://atlantico-weekly.com/cape-verde-flight-guide-4/

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Can my partner, friends or relatives visit me on the project? This is not possible during the peak of the season. At other times this must be arranged in advance. Please note that during their visit it is unlikely that you will be able to take extra time off since we usually have the minimum number of people we need. If your friends wish to stay in Turtle House (subject to availability) they will be required to pay for accommodation and will be expected to participate fully in the project. Will I have time to see any other islands?We recommend that you allow time at the end of your contract to visit other islands or to relax before going home. If you are accepted, the date that you have been given as your end date is the date you will be expected to work until. Any breaks in work (such as graduation ceremonies) must be notified prior to the start of your contract.How can I find out more about SOS Tartarugas? Please visit our website (www.turtlesos.org) and blog (http://turtlesoscaboverde.blogspot.com/).To find out more about living on Sal as well as our work please take a look at the photos on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/turtlesos in particularly the photo album for job applicants https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152310288870114.932323.123804725113&type=1

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SOS TARTARUGAS CABO VERDE2013 APPLICATION FORM

Please read these instructions very carefully. Incorrect applications will be rejected. Only apply for positions for which you have the experience and/or qualifications required. Before applying please consider the cost of travel from your country to Cabo Verde and the cost of living once you are here. Read the FAQs on the job advertisement.

One of the primary functions of SOS Tartarugas is to deter hunters, therefore you are likely to encounter people who wish to harm turtles and you may also see dead or dying turtles. You are not required to intervene and we are supported by the police so you are unlikely to be in any danger. However, if you do not think that you are not able to remain calm and cope with this situation, please do not apply.

Send your answers to the following questions using the form below (maximum three pages) to [email protected]. Your application should be in a single Microsoft Word document only. Please put your name and the year in the title of the document (ie Sarah_Jones_2013.doc).

Use plain (no bold or italics or bullets) Times font 12 with single spacing, do not use any formatting that will increase your file size. The simpler your document is, the better. Your photograph should be a recent head and shoulders shot embedded within the document. Do not attach a photo or anything other than your application to your email, including certificates or references. Your application must be in English (allowances are made if it is not your native language).

DO NOT ATTACH THIS PAGE TO YOUR APPLICATION

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Name NationalityAge Male/Female

Insert head and shoulders photo here

Current address (or address from which you would travel to Cabo Verde if accepted)

Summary of education (include start & end date)

Current occupation/study (Job title, responsibilities, location & dates)Reason for leaving

Position applied for (*If you wish to be considered for more than one position state all, otherwise if you are not appointed to that position we will not consider you for other positions).

Languages spoken (state level using the Europass grid) http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/LanguageSelfAssessmentGrid/en

Any previous experience with turtles (please be specific listing skills such as tagging, nest relocation etc and length of experience)Start/End Date Project/place Duties

Driving license? (State category & years held)Other experience that you think may be relevant to the project

What practical skills do you have?

Availability (Give specific start and end dates, you may give several options).

Start Start Start

End End End

Briefly explain why you are suitable for this position

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What are your career goals?

Why do you want to work with turtles?

Are you a student wishing to conduct research for your studies? If yes, do you know what your thesis will be (give details)?

Have you applied before? (State when & for what position)

Detail any quad bike experiencePlease describe your fitness level

How did you hear about the project?

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Previous occupation/study/fieldwork. Include job title, responsibilities, location & dates (you may add as many as you feel relevant)Start/End Date Place Duties

Start/End Date Place Duties

Do you have any medical conditions or are you taking any prescription medication?

Do you feel certain that you are able to cope with encountering hunters and/or seeing dead turtles?

Have you researched the costs of traveling here and supporting yourself? Based on this are you certain that you can afford the travel costs?

Professional Reference 1 (Name, relationship to you & email address)Professional Reference 2 (Name, relationship to you & email address)Permanent AddressEmail addressTelephoneSkype address