New Heaven Reef Conservation Program: Training and Employment Application Details
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Introduction
The New Heaven Reef Conservation Program (NHRCP) is seeking to hire on two staff members for the 2012-2013 season. The newly opened positions are Marketing /Outreach Coordinator and Research Coordinator. To seek out qualified applicants, we are holding an essay contest that will help us to understand the applicant’s goals and background to ensure that they are in line with those of the NHRCP.
If chosen, the applicant will receive training in SCUBA Diving (Open Water and Advanced levels) and 4 weeks of training in coral reef ecology, research, and restoration. After completing the training, the applicant will be hired on to the program for a minimum of 1 year. The tasks for each position differ, but both involve daily SCUBA diving in one of Thailand’s most popular destinations. When not diving, you would be assisting new students to the program or working on other tasks, but all the while enjoying the fun and relaxed atmosphere of this island paradise.
Not only are we the first and longest running marine conservation center on Koh Tao, we are the most active in the development and implementation of local island projects. In addition to enjoying your time working with us, you will also have opportunities to assist with the Save Koh Tao Community Group and enjoy your spare time with various activities. We offer daily Yoga courses, and nearby you can find everything from meditation and healing courses to rock climbing and trapeze.
As part of the job training, you will receive the following certifications and training:
- PADI or SSI Open Water Diver
- PADI or SSI Advanced Diver
- PADI and SSI Ecological Monitoring Program Diver
- SSI ecological Diver
- Reef Check International Diver
- Plus training in dive rescue, underwater photography, search and recovery, underwater data collection and analysis, artificial reef construction, coral nursery techniques, and much more.
The essay guidelines and job descriptions can be found in the following sections. We strongly recommend that you visit our website and facebook page to research our mission and activities before beginning your essay or application. We also recommend that you research the island of Koh Tao and decide if it somewhere you would like to live for a year or more.
General Requirements/Pre-requisites
- Must be a Thai citizen
- Must be able to read, write and speak English
- Must be a college graduate or submit evidence of work in a related field
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must be able to make a one year commitment to the program
- Must be able to swim and willing to learn SCUBA Diving (you do not need prior diving experience)
- Must be able to work independently and be an effective leader in group situations
- The applicant does not have to be a SCUBA diver, but must be willing to be trained in diving
Benefits/certifications received
- PADI or SSI Open Water Diver
- PADI or SSI Advanced Diver
- PADI and SSI Ecological Monitoring Program Diver
- SSI ecological Diver
- Reef Check International Diver
- Plus training in dive rescue, underwater photography, search and recovery, underwater data collection and analysis, and much more.
- 4 weeks or reef ecology and management training
- 2 months of Internship in coral reef research and restoration (daily diving)
- Minimum of 9 months paid employment with the NHRCP (diving as often as you like)
- Many other certifications available through both PADI and SSI that may be purchased separately
Essay Contest Guidelines
The essay questions differ for each position, but the general requirements are the same:
- Minimum of 2 pages, single spaced, typed (in English)
- Sent by pdf or .doc format to
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with the header NHRCP Essay
- Must be received by March 1st, 2012
- Along with your essay, you should also include a resume/CV, and if possible, a letter of recommendation from a professor or past employer
Marketing & Outreach Coordinator Essay Questions (Choose one)
- What are some of the threats to coral reefs stemming from tourism? And more importantly, what are some ideas you have to educate tourists on their impact to the environment? (if possible, include a short marketing plan or example in your appendix)
- What are some of the most effective media types (movies, books, social networking, websites, etc) for teaching people about threats to marine life. Give a specific examples of something you have seen which was exceptionally effective at getting the message across and why (you can include screen shots, pictures, etc. in the appendix to support you position)
Research Coordinator (choose one)
- Why was 1998 a particularly bad year for corals? How much coral died, and what areas were most affected (cite your references). In your own opinion, what are the chances this will happened again?
- Describe how research is used to guide policy and business decisions in communities or governments. Cite at least two examples, and explain the strengths of the research that led to the changes.
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