Assistant/Field Officer

Wildlife Trust of India seeks an Assistant/Field Officer in Goa for the Whale Shark Conservation Project. Candidates should have a degree in Social Sciences or related fields and 1-2 years of NGO experience. Responsibilities include campaign execution, community engagement, data collection, and reporting. Strong communication skills in Konkani and English are required. Preference will be given to applicants from Goa and Karnataka. This is a full-time, on-site position.
Job Category: Natural Heritage Campaigns

Location: Goa

Date Posted: 20-May-2025

Qualification -
• Undergraduate/ Post Graduate in Social Sciences, Communications and journalism, or equivalent.

Experience Required -
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in the NGO sector is appreciated.

Role Context - The Field Officer will support the implementation of the Whale Shark Conservation Project in Goa, with a focus on ground-level campaign activities. The candidate will work closely with the project team to ensure effective delivery of conservation messaging, stakeholder engagement, data collection, and field operations. This role requires field-based coordination with coastal communities, particularly marine fishers, and execution of communication campaigns promoting whale shark conservation.

Responsibilities
• Execute and implement the campaign plan at the site level, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are met on time.
• Coordinate with marine fishers for campaign-related activities including training on mobile applications, sensitization workshops, and celebration of conservation-themed days.
• Liaise with NGOs, academic institutions, government agencies, and individuals to ensure seamless implementation of campaign activities under guidance.
• Draft stories, content, and social media plans to maintain a consistent online presence for the campaign.
• Assist with data archiving, database maintenance, analysis, and project reporting in coordination with the Division Head.
• Monitor project progress on a monthly basis, ensuring adherence to scientific and technical benchmarks.
• Maintain media coverage and public visibility of the project when required.
• Collect and share field data with the headquarters.
• Prepare relevant technical and donor reports, including photographic documentation and narrative submissions.
• Assist in drafting manuscripts, project reports, and proposals in collaboration with the Division Head and PI.

Skills
• Ability to multi-task and ability to create and work in a team-oriented, multi-cultural environment; Works well under the pressure of deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills- Ability to work well with others or independently
• Initiative to problem solve
• Responsibility to complete projects by a pre-determined deadline
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately in oral and written language
• Accurate and detail-oriented.
• Self-starter, good time management, creative, with the ability to communicate in a professional manner
• Good communication/ reporting skills with basic computer knowledge
• Professional proficiency in computer use (MS Office and digital tools).
• Should have full professional proficiency(reading, writing, and speaking) in Konkani and English (for the Position of Goa)
• Flexibility to travel, sometimes at short notice
• Possess excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Candidates will be enthusiastic with a strong work ethic and positive attitude. A good sense of humour is also appreciated

Applicants from Goa and Karnataka will be given preference