we ARE HIRING!

 

This is a paid position, open to Malaysian candidates only. The position is to start immediately.

The Junior Conservation Officer will help with the successful running of the projects, including the co-supervision of all volunteers & interns, project fieldwork, data entry and analysis. We are looking for an enthusiastic person willing to work on a small island for 1 year (with the possibility to extend). The perfect candidate should be able to work independently and as part of a team to implement conservation projects with limited resources.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with our partner Batu Batu Resort to deliver integrated conservation experiences.

  • Engage with resort guests, local communities, and school groups through education and outreach activities.

  • Promote TIC’s conservation efforts through talks, eco-tourism activities, and merchandise/adoption programs.

  • Coordinate and guide interns and volunteers, supporting their orientation, training, and field experience.

  • Manage daily operations at our hatchery, ensuring data collection, nest monitoring, and hatchling releases follow protocol.

  • Assist in field surveys, turtle patrols, coral monitoring, biodiversity tracking, and habitat research.

  • Help maintain TIC’s facilities and field equipment in clean, operational condition.

Who You Are

  • Passionate about conservation, sustainability, and community engagement.

  • Comfortable with fieldwork in a remote island setting.

  • Degree in Biological sciences or other related fields

  • Fluency in written and spoken Bahasa and English.

  • A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Flexible, proactive, and able to work independently with guidance.

  • Excellent presentation skills and ability to interact well with tourists and local communities.

  • Shows excellent initiative and work ethic - communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

  • Bonus: experience in marine biology, environmental education, or related volunteer work.

apply NOW!

This position is open to Malaysian candidates only.

This is a salaried position. Boat transfer, food and accommodation will be included.

Interested applicants should send their CV, cover letter, copy of academic certificates and contact details for two references to workwithus@tengahislandconservation.org with Junior Conservation Officer as the subject heading. As we are looking to recruit ASAP, candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis.

All interviews will be conducted via Google Meet/Zoom. Please include all contact information during the application.