Location: Guinjata Bay, Mozambique
Duration: June 20, 2025 – August 15, 2025 (8 weeks)
Contract Extension: Possibility of a one-year paid contract from October 2025 onwards
About Love The Oceans (LTO):
Love The Oceans (LTO) is a grassroots non-profit marine conservation organization operating in Mozambique. We are seeking dedicated and passionate Marine Biologists to support our expeditions in 2025. This 8-week position serves as an introduction to LTO, with a potential transition into a long-term, paid one-year contract.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undergo a one-week training and support two LTO research programs.
- Assist in field data collection for various marine conservation projects, including coral reefs, fisheries, megafauna, and ocean pollution.
- Ensure the safety, motivation, and coordination of volunteer teams.
- Manage and oversee data collection, photographic records, and equipment use.
- Represent LTO professionally within the community and with stakeholders.
- Support community engagement projects, such as eco-brick initiatives, school outreach, and beach cleanups.
Required Qualifications:
- Degree in Marine Biology or a related field.
- PADI Rescue Diver certification or higher.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Experience in field data collection, dataset management, and quantitative analysis.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Physically fit and able to work in remote environments.
Preferred but not mandatory:
- Experience working in remote/tropical locations.
- Ability to work independently and handle pressure.
- Previous experience in project and people management.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Accommodation, meals, and airport transfers covered.
- Contribution of up to GBP 1,000 towards flights and visas.
- Access to necessary scuba diving activities for work.
- Discounted personal scuba dives.
- Training in LTO’s conservation strategy.
Important: Candidates are responsible for securing their own medical/travel insurance, vaccinations, and malaria medication.
Application Process:
- Deadline: March 24, 2025
- Apply here: Application Link
- Successful candidates will be interviewed via Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
For more information, visit: www.lovetheoceans.org
