Volunteer Position on multinational team

Publicado 01-03-2021

TERRA AZUL? Marine Wildlife Tours

Lisboa Lisboa (Publicidade / Marketing)


We are looking for Ocean loving people, to join an entry level Volunteer Position on our multinational team.

This job is essentially tourism, partly science & research related - please kindly share this offer.

TERRA AZUL is a marine eco-tour operator since 2001, specialized in Whale Watching and Marine Wildlife Tours, based at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo, São Miguel - Azores Islands, Portugal. Responsible Ecotourism with Scientific Education, Research Contribution, Wildlife Conservation, Local Culture - and the highest respect for Nature. The company also proudly supports local Cetaceans, Turtles and Birds research & conservation projects in the Azores Islands.

Role responsibilities include:

  • Touring visitors on Wildlife tours with an experienced team, proactively informing and answering visitor questions.
  • Contribute to media production and feature on company's online blog, and social media.
  • Ensure the highest level of conservation standards at all times.
  • Assisting in regular business operation and collaborate with any assigned tasks.

We are looking for someone personable, presentable, dynamic, organized, with good communication skills, a strong passion for everything involving Nature, especially the Ocean.

Requirements:

  • Language: English and second Language (pref. German, French or Portuguese)

Preference:

  • Background education in Media, Sales or Marketing.
  • Background experience as Naturalist or Wildlife Guide is a plus.
  • Photography, Video, or Social Media skills are a plus.
  • EU Auto driving license is a plus.
  • Boat driving license is a plus.
  • Third Language is a plus.

Offer & Benefits:

  • Partly subsidized Flights
  • Fully subsidized Accommodation
  • Pocket money for island living
  • Wildlife Guide & Tour Support Training
  • Outstanding marine experiences with wild marine mammals
  • A unique working environment in a multinational team
  • Opportunity to contribute to animal research & conservation.

This role is based at our headquarters in the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo, in São Miguel - Azores Islands, Portugal.

The Azores Islands are a very unique place when it comes to wildlife and marine animals. With 4 resident Cetacean species (including Sperm Whales) from a total of 28 sighted during the year, we register a 98% chance of spotting Cetaceans in an average of 3 different species per tour.

To find out more about TERRA AZUL? and the Azores Islands, please visit https://www.azoreswhalewatch.com?

All applicants must include a short cover letter and an up-to-date CV in English.

All applicants will receive their due reply during selection processing.

Duração do contrato: 3 meses

Job Types: Internship, New-Grad

License:

  • Driving License (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)
  • Portuguese (Preferred)
  • German (Preferred)

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

  • Remote interview process