Small mammals conservation organization (SMACON) announced on Twitter the need for applicants who are passionate about conservation to join their team.

SMACON a non-profit organization is dedicated to the safety of small mammals and their habitat through empirical conservation that protects local livelihoods. “We are looking for passionate individuals who are dedicated to the biodiversity cause” they announced.

How do you qualify?

Added to the basic requirements for the role, each applicant is expected to possess the following skill sets in order to be productive in the work place- basic email set up, slide design for presentations, ability to work collaboratively with Google Suites like Docs, Sheets and so on. Handling/transferring large files online and managing breakout rooms online.

1. Position: Finance Manager

Location: Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.

​Scope / Responsibilities

Manage SMACON finances and accounting

Prepare financial annual reports and statements

Ensure prompt entry of financial activities into accounting software

Prepare budgets for grant applications

Ensure SMACON meets donors’ financial reporting requirements

Ensure that SMACON complies with federal, state, and local financial and tax requirements

Maintain financial security by following internal controls

Reconcile financial discrepancies through in-depth analyses of accounts, and financial records

​Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum of B.Sc/BA/HND in Accounting, Management, or related disciplines

ICAN or equivalent certifications will be an added advantage

Must be able to work with QuickBooks

Experience

Must have experience in bookkeeping

Bank and auditor liaison

Relevant post-qualification experience

Prior experience with a non-governmental org. will be an added advantage

​Skills

Should be fluent in spoken and written English

Analytical, physically organized, and good report-writing skills

Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills

In-depth knowledge of financial systems, financial management, and reporting

Must be a good team player

2. Position: Operations Officer

Location: Benin City

​Job Description and Responsibilities

Recruit student volunteers for monitoring and count

Identify roost sites of Eidolon helvum the Straw-coloured Fruit bat

Kickstart Straw-coloured Fruit bat population count in Benin

Collate/organize count data

Execute administrative tasks

Assist in planning SMACON meetings, events, and workshops

Variable work hours to be negotiated with the applicant prior to recruitment.

​Whom to report to:

Project Manager

Admin Manager

​Qualifications and Experience

A postgraduate student who is actively enrolled in Zoology or any related field at the University of Benin

Proper business English, punctuation, spelling, and grammatical usage

Ability to lead a team

Dynamic and able to quickly learn new skills

3. Position: Field Officers

Location: Calabar

​Job Description and Responsibilities​

Supervise Forest Guardians and Data Technicians in Boki

Supervise field-based alternative livelihood teams

Conduct supervised field surveys and data collection

Facilitate community engagement and education efforts

Whom to report to:

Community Engagement Manager

Project Manager

Qualifications and Experience

A degree in Zoology, Biological Sciences, and other related disciplines

Must reside in Cross River State, and be ready to spend extensive time in the field (Afi Mountain and Cross River National Park)

How To Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter, all in one document to [email protected].

For the Finance Manager position, your cover letter should indicate your salary expectations. Your email subject should read “Finance Manager Position”.

​For all other positions, your email subject should be the position, e.g “Operations Officer Position”.

Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, we will contact only shortlisted candidates for interviews.

For more information, send an email to [email protected]

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