Senior Conservation Research Assistant (Madagascar)

📍 Madagascar, Kenya 🏷 Governance & Public Policy 💰 Local salary to support accommodation and living costs (field-based food and transport provided); contribution to flights and insurance 🗓 Posted 28 Sept 2026

Lead long-term, field-based conservation research in Madagascar's remote setting, overseeing SEED's research camp operations and playing a central role in programme design, implementation and reporting
Manage the research team in the field to ensure effective data collection, rigorous scientific standards and high-quality research integrity across all activities
Deliver field-based research on key species and ecosystems, including setting up transects, collecting ecological data and contributing to the development of new conservation initiatives
Organise training, guidance and pastoral support for short-term volunteers, ensuring they receive appropriate supervision and development during their time in the field
Drive analysis and dissemination of research findings to donors and the wider conservation community, advancing SEED's mission through rigorous science and collaborative team leadership

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