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Sea Turtle Conservation and Marine Programme Volunteers in Maio Island, Cape Verde
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Reference Marine Turtle Conservation and Marine Programme Volunteers in Maio Island, Cape Verde
Sectors Conservation & Ecology
Location Cape Verde - Africa
Town/City Cidade do porto Inglês, Maio Island, Cape Verde, Cabo Verde
Salary Additional Information Note: these voluntary programs have a cost - see below
Type Temporary / Contract / Seasonal
Status Full Time
Level Voluntary & Interns
Deadline 31/07/2018
Company Name Maio Biodiversity Foundation (FMB) / Cape Verde Cabo Verde / sea turtle volunteers
Contact Name Andreia Adrião (Volunteer Coordinator)
Telephone 002383556242
Email volunteer@fmb-maio.org
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Description

Maio Biodiversity Foundation (FMB) is a local, non-profit, non governmental organisation founded in 2010 in Maio Island, Cape Verde.

We aim to protect and preserve the wildlife, habitats and natural resources of one of the most pristine island from Cape Verde,

whilst promoting a sustainable development and well-being of the local communities.

FMB is currently accepting volunteers for the following programs:

  • Marine turtle conservation program (15th June to 30th November)
  • Marine program (January to 31st October)

Marine turtle conservation program

Cape Verde is the third most important place in the world for nesting loggerhead turtles, and within the archipelago,

Maio Island is the third most important for this species with more than 1000 females coming to nest every year.

However, poaching of nesting turtles still occur for human consumption.

Within this program you'll be doing several activities such:

  • Night patrols on the beaches to ensure the safety of nesting female turtles and their nests
  • Monitor the nests and neonates (baby turtles)
  • Collect data on turtle’s activities
  • Data input and maintenance of field equipment
  • Promote awareness activities with the local communities

 Volunteer fees for this program may vary:

Participation Period 1 Person (EUR)
1 WEEK** 200
2 WEEKS 270
3 WEEKS 330
4 WEEKS 390
8 WEEKS 660
Additional days*** 13
Additional week 50 
** The minimum participation period is 1 week, and the maximum for the whole season, approximately 5 months (June to November). 
If you plan to stay in Maio for more than 20 weeks, please let us know to find the adequate arrangements.
*** Example: a person staying 16 days would pay: (2 weeks) + (13 EUR * 2 days) = 270 + 26 = 296 EUR

Marine program

The marine program focus mainly on the monitoring of several key species and habitats of the island, particularly

but not only within the Protected Areas of Maio Island.

Some activities of this program include:

  • Surveys to monitor for several species and habitats (inc. cetaceans, juvenile turtles, coral reefs, etc)
  • Collect, input and validate data
  • Community awareness of topics and environmental issues

Volunteer fees for the marine program are 500€/month.

Essential requirements for the marine program:    - be capable of swimming continuously for at least one hour 

                                                                         - commit to volunteer for at least 2 months

 

For further information please contact us on volunteer@fmb-maio.org with

“TURTLE PROGRAM” or “MARINE PROGRAM” in the subject of the email. Thank you!

 

FMB's website: https://www.facebook.com/maioconservation/

FMB's facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/maioconservation/

FMB's instagram: @fmb_maiobiodiversityfoundation
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