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 14 Oct 2026

Lead long-term, field-based conservation research in Madagascar's biodiverse ecosystems, overseeing day-to-day research camp operations and ensuring rigorous scientific standards
Manage data collection activities and research team performance, maintaining the quality and integrity of all field-based research activities
Develop new research projects and conservation initiatives by identifying priority species and ecosystems, and designing appropriate methodologies
Deliver training, pastoral support and supervision to short-term volunteers, ensuring effective fieldwork guidance and professional development
Coordinate the analysis and dissemination of research findings to donors and the wider conservation community, contributing to SEED Madagascar's mission advancement

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