Kadoorie Conservation China is currently recruiting volunteers to assist in biodiversity conservation projects in Hong Kong and wider southern China. Volunteers will be involved in educational activities and field surveys. Join us as a volunteer and together we can safeguard the precious biodiversity of our local area and the South China region, while raising awareness of conservation within the community and promoting the ecological value of the environment.

Project ‘O’: Join the Otter Volunteer Team!

Are you captivated by the charm of otters? Are you eager to contribute your efforts to protect the overlooked otter in Hong Kong? Look no further! Project ‘O’ is calling all nature enthusiasts to join our otter volunteer team where your passion and skills can truly make a difference!

In this project, we will work in two teams:

1. Otter explorer

Join the journey through Hong Kong's hidden landscapes and unleash your keen senses to spot otter signs. Join our dedicated otter survey team, and together let's monitor and safeguard the otter population in our precious wetlands and rivers. As an otter explorer, you'll experience:

• Embarking on a wilderness journey, uncovering the secrets of Hong Kong's otters.
• Working hands-on in managing infrared cameras, gaining insights into the habitats of otters and their neighbours from photo and video data.
• Collecting crucial data on otter habitats, behaviours and distribution.
• Contributing valuable insights for habitat management and conservation efforts.

2. Otter advocate

Do you believe that otters in Hong Kong deserve the spotlight? Become a member of otter advocate and help us raise awareness about Eurasian otters and their habitats in Hong Kong. Let your creativity and communication skills shine as you:

• Share interesting news and knowledge about otters to enrich your knowledge reservoir.
• Organise otter-related educational activities to make learning about ecological knowledge more fun.
• Engage with the public, spreading the word about otter conservation.
• Join forces with a dynamic team, igniting a passion for otters.

Why join Project ‘O’?

• Receive training from experienced otter researchers and gain in-depth knowledge of otters in Hong Kong and neighbouring cities.
• Gain practical experience in field surveys, data collection and event organisation.
• Make a direct contribution to otter conservation in Hong Kong.
• Connect with like-minded otter enthusiasts and work together to drive otter conservation efforts in Hong Kong.

But wait, there's more! We value your commitment and dedication.

• Successful applicants are required to attend full-day training on 27 January 2024. Outstanding participants may have the opportunity to join researchers in otter surveys in neighbouring cities.
• Applicants who participate in this project for more than 60 hours will receive a certificate.

Requirements

• Hong Kong permanent residents aged at least 18. (Retired citizens, working people and students are welcome.)
• Nature lovers.
• Willing and able to commit as volunteers for otter field work or various otter education programmes.
• Able to attend full-day training on 27 January 2024 and actively participate in survey or educational work.

Apply Now for an Otter-rific Opportunity!

• Apply HERE today and let your love of nature and otters ignite a positive change. In the application letter, please mention the team(s)* you would like to join and indicate your availability for the interview on the following dates: A: 12 January 2024 pm; B: 13 January 2024 am; C: 13 January 2024 pm. If you are unable to attend any of the above interview dates, please inform us separately.
• For any inquiries, drop us an email at kcc@kfbg.org

*You can participate in two teams at the same time

Application deadline:  7 January 2024 (Sunday)

Selected applicants will receive an email notice on or before 10 January 2024 (Wednesday), for the interview arrangements.

Note: If you don't receive a response within three to four weeks after submitting your application, please assume that this time the otter's luck wasn't on your side. But don't despair, as there will be more opportunities to get involved in the future!

KFBG reserves the right to make the final decision, including changes to activities.

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