Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) | Pilot
Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is recruiting a skilled Conservation Pilot for its Northern Cameroon Landscape program. This full-time, field-based position, located in Garoua, Cameroon, will operate a C206 aircraft. The role involves aerial patrols, biomonitoring support, and logistical assistance for conservation operations.
About the Role
The Conservation Pilot will undertake essential duties including safely piloting aircraft in support of park operations, resource protection, aerial patrols, and biomonitoring activities. Responsibilities extend to comprehensive aircraft management, adherence to flight procedures, maintenance of aircraft documentation, and meticulous record-keeping. Coordination with field operations, ecology, monitoring, and law-enforcement teams is crucial. The role also encompasses ensuring the operational readiness of the aircraft and associated facilities, training personnel in aircraft safety, coordinating maintenance, managing aviation stocks, overseeing survey equipment, and contributing to aviation budgets and plans. A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining a robust safety culture, adhering to WCS aviation procedures, and actively participating in the Safety Management System.
Requirements
- A current FAA Commercial Pilot License with an instrument rating.
- An FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate.
- A minimum of 400 hours of Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flying experience.
- Sound knowledge of FAA regulations.
- Experience with high-performance piston-engine aircraft, with a preference for the C206 or similar.
- Fluency in both English and French, with effective written and oral communication skills.
- Willingness to reside and work in a challenging remote environment.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-cultural teams.
Qualifications (Advantageous)
- Experience operating in Africa, particularly francophone Africa.
- Experience with wildlife surveys or anti-poaching surveillance.
- Proficiency in remote bush flying.
- Experience with FAR Part 135 operations.
- Possession of an FAA A&P license.