We are a locally owned and run research organisation working with a large number of local organisations to design policy strategies to prevent further biodiversity loss across both its marine and terrestrial ecosystems.
Where we work is home to some of; if not the; healthiest coral reefs and mangrove forests in the Caribbean; but significant human activity is causing rapid degradation of ecosystem health.
In 2018; we were instrumental in gaining protected status for the bay and we are now working with a large number of local organisations to design policy strategies to prevent further biodiversity loss across both its marine and terrestrial ecosystems.
We are undergoing a period of rapid and exciting expansion and there are a number of ongoing projects that volunteers will get involved with.
We run three month expeditions; with the possibility of extending for a further three months when in country. We are a small operation therefore can only have four volunteers at a time. As a member of our team you will be working with two permanent staff members who will provide all of the training necessary to undertake our program of activities.
For more information about Tela Marine and the activities and projects you would be assisting with; please follow this link to view their expedition page.
If you are interested in applying for a volunteer position please send a CV and covering letter to info@telamarine.com; and we will contact you to arrange a time for an informal interview.
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Tela Bay on the north coast of Honduras
4 expeditions per year
3 months
Adults of both sexes 18+
We are keen to recruit highly motivated volunteers with a passion for the marine environment and conservation. There are a limited number of places available on each expedition; therefore there is a competitive application process. Ideally volunteers will have a SCUBA diving qualification (PADI Open Water or equivalent); and experience with ecological survey techniques is beneficial but not essential.
Volunteers receive free accommodation; food; training; and airport transfers.
