The position will include direct involvement and managing volunteers caring for and conducting medical rehabilitation for neo-tropical birds. Daily duties will include intake, feeding, cleaning, food preparation, general care, of avian patients (generally 2 to 20 birds), and working closely with veterinarians who will conduct major medical procedures. Additional duties will often include collecting food (fruits, insects, etc) from a 20-acre protected reforestation area on site, completion of patient records, logging dietary intake, producing an avian cookbook and care manual. NGO activities will include participating in public outreach and assisting with the identification and solicitation of grants and contributions.
The position is set to start between the 1 and 13 January 2011 for a period of no less than 1 year. The application deadline is the 1 November 2010; however, late applications are considered if the candidate is exceptionally suited for the position.
The intern receives room, board, a stipend, periodic use of vehicle, and internet access.