 | Center for Rainforest Studies, Australia Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted as internship opportunities become available. Anticipated internship opportunities are August 2010 and January, 2011. Applicants are urged to apply at least four months in advance of start date in order to meet visa application and approval deadlines. Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide support in the areas of program delivery, academics, research, group dynamics, logistics, program safety, risk management and site maintenance.
Location: Center for Rainforest Studies, Yungaburra, Australia Reports to: Center Director. Day to day supervision may be delegated to Student Affairs Manager, Faculty or Site Manager. Duration:
Internships are one year in duration. Qualifications: - BA/BS in field related to research/curriculum focus of Center
- Current First Aid and CPR certifications
- Experience organizing and facilitating groups
- Clean driving record and ability to operate standard transmission vehicles
- Class D International Drivers Permit prior to the start of the internship
Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and independently Demonstrated commitment to environmental issues Willingness to work flexible hours and live on site at the field station with a small team of permanent staff, groups of US undergraduate students and visiting researchers or programs
Preferred Qualifications: - Successful completion of an SFS or similar international residential program
- Lifeguard certification
- Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Access and statistical software skills
- In country or regional experience
- Advanced medical certifications (WFA, WFR, etc.)
Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities
Basic Program Support - Participate in planning activities prior to the program start and in review/analysis following students' departure
- Participate in training activities for new center staff prior to and during the program
Participate in the orientation and re-entry components of the program presented to students at the beginning and end of each program period Assist in organizing the library, teaching aids, research materials and projects, community service projects, recreational activities, and other program activities as requested Assist students with academic and research materials and projects Organize and prepare support materials for faculty lectures and field trips including slides, photographs, charts, graphs, maps, field samples and equipment Assist with administrative or logistical tasks such as data logging, purchasing, keeping inventories, record keeping, and routine maintenance of site and equipment as requested Help organize students to perform their required tasks in support of the residential aspects of program, e.g., food preparation, recycling efforts, center clean-ups, student committees, etc. Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems Monitor student morale and assist in solving daily problems at the Center Participate in preparation of the Final Reports and other required reports and/or manual revisions Assist with other logistical, group management and administrative tasks Live on-site for the duration of each program period and take meals with the students On a rotating basis, take responsibility for Center-specific "staff of the day" duties Take part in, and occasionally lead, Center upkeep projects, social and field activities At the request of the Center Director, serve as caretaker for Center during program breaks and center rentals Drive standard transmission vehicles as needed At all times, work to ensure good relations between the Center and local communitySafety & Risk Management - Adhere to, actively model, and enforce all SFS and Center policies, procedures, and rules
Participate in the review and revision of Center Risk Assessment and Management plans Recommend and review policies and procedures needed to manage risks Know the emergency procedures plan for the Center, including evacuation plan Participate in the safety portions of the on-site orientation and conduct safety briefings for students and/or staff Complete Incident Reports when appropriate and contribute to Safety Audits Ensure that first aid certifications are kept up to date via periodic courses offered by SFS between program sessions Report infractions of Center rules to the Center Director Maintain the First Aid equipment and help create and document safety proceduresBenefits:
On-site room and board
Health Insurance Reimbursement (up to a cap)
Travel reimbursement (up to a cap)
Emergency medical evacuation and repatriatation insurance coverage
Reimbursement for expenses related to obtaining any required visas and/or work permits. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & APPLICATION:
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