Ocean Job Board
528
Organizations
1,239
Jobs
Reef Resilience Coordinator
Coral Reef Advisory Group
Pago Pago, Eastern, American Samoa
Posted on Thursday, August 10, 2023
Responsibilities:
Update and coordinate the Rapid Reef Response Plan, especially for annual bleaching events
Conduct baseline assessments, reef flat surveys, and resilience surveys, and asses reef damage after disturbance events, complementing the ASCRMP
Support implementation of the Territorial Plan and create and maintain a Reef Restoration
Coordinate and assist in the implementation of the village-based resilience plans
Advise on development projects to ensure threats to coral resilience are minimized, and local marine and wildlife resources are considered by sitting on the PNRS board and attending weekly site visits and bi-weekly board meetings
Participate in local and regional insecurity planning related to coral reef ecosystem health
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Ability, and Requirements:
Knowledge and understanding of coral reef ecosystems as well as marine policy, science, and
Working knowledge and demonstrated experience in experimental and survey design
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office programs
Valid driver's license