Wildlife Conservation Society

Conservation Pilot – Okapi Wildlife Reserve

Wildlife Conservation Society  •  Democratic Republic of the Congo (Onsite)  •  29 days ago
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Job Description

Qualification Requirements

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Current US FAA commercial pilot license with instrument rating;
  • FAA second class medical certificate;
  • 400 hours PIC flying experience and solid knowledge of operating under FAA regulations;
  • Experience in Africa, especially francophone Africa an advantage;
  • High-performance piston engine time is required, preferably on C206 model or similar;
  • Experience with wildlife surveys, anti-poaching surveillence and bush flying in remote areas is an advantage;
  • Experience flying under FAR part 135 and/or FAA A & P license is an advantage;
  • Ability to communicate effectively within cross-cultural teams or varied capacity, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions related to work;
  • Willingness and motivation to be based and live in a challenging and remote location;
  • English and French language fluency required.

Application process

Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications, skills and experience, should apply at the tab below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis .
WCS is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value.

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Opportunity Type

Global Conservation Full-Time

Salary Range

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Wildlife Conservation Society

About Wildlife Conservation Society

WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run programs spanning more than 3 million biologically critical square miles in nearly 60 countries and all the world's oceans. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our nearly 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.

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Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Bronx, New York
Year Founded
1895
Website
wcs.org
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