Ecologist at Zimparks (Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority)

Duties and Responsibilities

-Carries out research projects on terrestrial ecology
-Designing and executing aerial surveys annually for large animal species within the Park
-Developing and Conducting experimental studies in controlled or natural environments,
-Carrying out Environmental Impact Assessment(EIA) for projects within and outside the Park,
-Conducting Field and Laboratory analysis of samples collected,
-Mobilizing resources including funding for research projects,
-Coordinating the collection of data for projects as assigned by the Supervisor,
-Writing research papers, research and scholarly articles,
-Participating in exchange programs to share information and knowledge on research and other conservation issues,
-Attending workshops, seminars, meetings, conferences internally and externally on research projects,
-Analyzing samples collected from the field,
-Contributing towards work plan and budget for the research unit,
-Assist the Senior Area Manager in carrying out the planning functions of the park,
-Monitoring water, fires, roads and fireguards, invasive plant species, vegetation,
-Developing and implementing site conservation strategies for the Park,
-Advising on carrying capacities and possible off takes for hunting and live animal sales,
-Compiling situational, monthly, quarterly, annual and other relevant reports and submit to Senior Area Manager.