PRIMATE@BROWNVM.BROWN.EDU (Judith Schrier) (05/09/91)
Position Available: Rwanda The Digit Fund, dedicated to continuing the study and conservation of mountain gorillas and their habitat that was begun by the late Dr. Dian Fossey at the Karisoke Research Center in Rwanda, Africa, is seeking a Director for the Center. This position will be open in November, 1991. The Director will supervise personnel studying moun- tain gorillas and biodiversity of the rain forest, as well as a Rwan- dan camp staff of 27 employees. Ph.D., French, and first aid training are preferred. Swahili would be helpful. This person will be responsi- ble for maintaining: * Independent research * Efficient camp operations (including trackers, guards, and anti-poaching patrols). * Long-term data records * Accurate financial records and required reports (budget, inven- tory, U.S.A.I.D. reports). * Communications with Rwandan and U.S. government officials. * Close cooperation with the Digit Fund office in Colorado. Contract will be for one year, renewable for a second year, starting November 1991. By June 3, 1991, send a resume, three references, and a letter of application to The Digit Fund, 45 Inverness Drive East, Englewood, CO 80112, U.S.A.