Turtle Conservation Facilitator

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Job Scopes:

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1. Turtle Work:

   • Conduct beach patrols at night to monitor nesting turtles and deter disturbances.

   • Gather data on nesting turtles, including timing, size measurements, location, and egg numbers.

   • Transport turtle nests to a hatchery for safer incubation.

   • Count and release baby turtles found in the hatchery.
      

2. Indoor Work:

   • Enter data into spreadsheets, cataloguing facial identification photos of nesting mothers.

   • Respond to inquiries via email regarding grants, volunteering, sponsorships, and invitations.

   • Manage sponsorship records, send updates to sponsors, and provide certificates and receipts.

   • Create and share content on social media platforms to raise awareness about turtle conservation.

   • Engage in merchandising activities, such as making sea glass jewelry and managing merchandise stock.
      

3. Outdoor Work:

   • Build and maintain the turtle hatchery at the start and end of each season.

   • Conduct beach cleanups to remove rubbish and maintain a safe environment for turtles.

   • Sort and crush recyclable items, such as cans and plastic bottles.

   • Assist in conducting outdoor activities for volunteers, including water safety, shore ecology, and shore snorkeling.

   • Assist in delivering essential supplies like food, fuel, and materials to the island work site.
      

4. Onboarding of Interns:

   • Orient and train interns to perform the tasks mentioned above.

   • Review interns' performance and provide updates on their progress.

   • Assist in recruitment by reviewing applications and conducting interviews.
      

5. Guidance and Care of Participants:

   • Welcome and guide volunteers upon their arrival.

   • Provide guidance during scheduled activities and take care of volunteer accommodations.

   • Clear volunteer rooms after their departure.
      

6. Working with Guests:

   • Conduct daily turtle presentations for interested guests.

   • Engage with guests, answer their questions, and provide information about conservation work.

   • Give briefings to guests on rules and guidelines before observing nesting turtles or turtle releases.

   • Act as a guide during turtle observation, ensuring guests remain quiet and respectful.

   • Organize guest participation in activities alongside volunteers and facilitate their involvement.