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Company DescriptionAPARC (Atharva Planning and Research Centre) is a leading organization that undertakes planning and research assignments in various development sectors in both rural and urban areas. Comprising a multidisciplinary team of both young and experienced professionals, APARC includes urban and regional planners, management graduates, environmental planners, municipal finance experts, socio-economic experts, engineers, and an innovative IT team. With experience in roles ranging from perspective planning and reform implementation to consultancy and third-party inspections, APARC offers a competitive edge in development planning. The organization is dedicated to providing coordination and back-office support to various departments.Role DescriptionThis is a full-time on-site role for Field Assistants (Ecology & Biodiversity) . The role involves conducting field surveys on mammals, reptiles, amphibians, near by villages and vegetation sampling. The Field Assistants will work closely with senior biodiversity and GIS experts to ensure accurate data collection, ecological monitoring, and preparation of scientific inputs for reports.Job Duration : 3 Months ( Contract basis, full-time, on-site)Key Responsibilities· Conduct biodiversity field surveys focusing on mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and vegetation sampling· Record, document, and maintain ecological field data in prescribed formats· Assist in habitat and corridor studies through ecological documentation· Support GIS expert and biologists with geo-tagged field observations· Coordinate with local stakeholders, forest department officials, and community representatives during fieldwork· Ensure data quality, verification, and timely submission of survey resultsQualifications· MSc / M.Phil in Zoology, Botany, Life Sciences, or Environmental Science, Graduate/Postgraduate in Social Sciences, Rural Development, Economics, Environment/Planning/Social Sciences or related field· Strong skills in field survey methods for flora and fauna· Familiarity with ecology documentation and biodiversity data standards· Basic knowledge of GIS/remote sensing applications in biodiversity conservation (preferred)· Excellent communication and team collaboration skills· Ability to work independently and undertake extensive fieldwork in forest and sanctuary areas· Prior experience in wildlife or biodiversity projects is an added advantage