Job Description
The conservation pilot is responsible for undertaking aerial patrols of conservation areas, supporting aerial biomonitoring application, and providing logistical support to wildlife law enforcement and project operations in the NPAC. The position is a full-time, field-based position based out of the WCS project HQ in Bamingui-Bangoran National Park. Although professional pilot experience is a central requirement to fulfilling this role, this position requires a wider engagement and capacity to fully support and strengthen a professionally structured and safety centered air wing operation and effectively contributing to the overall objectives of the conservation project. The position also includes some technical reporting, writing, and administration. The WCS Central African Republic conservation pilot reports to the Project Manager regarding project operational and administrative aspects and to the WCS Aviation Fleet Manager (AFM) in regard to aviation safety and aircraft maintenance management.
Internal Qualification Requirements
Current ICAO commercial pilot license with instrument rating;
ICAO second class medical certificate;
400 hours PIC flying experience;
Experience in Africa, especially francophone Africa an advantage;
LSA time is required, preferably on the Savannah or similar model with Rotax engine;
Experience with wildlife surveys, anti-poaching surveillence, and bush flying in remote areas is an advantage;
Experience flying under Part 135 and/or mechanic experience is an advantage;
Ability to communicate effectively within cross-cultural teams or varied capacity, both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions related to work;
Willingness and motivation to be based and live in a challenging and remote location;
English and French language fluency required.
