Data & Technology Technician

Organization: Panthera Corporation
Location: Tabora, Tanzania (with regional travel)
Contract Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: 15 July 2025

About Panthera

Panthera is the only global NGO dedicated exclusively to the conservation of the world’s 40 wild cat species and their ecosystems. Through a network of partnerships—including governments, local communities, NGOs, and scientific institutions—Panthera develops and implements strategies to safeguard threatened species and their habitats.

Registered in Tanzania since 2025, Panthera supports wildlife protection initiatives in western Tanzania by providing technical assistance, logistical backing, and financial support to conservation partners.

Role Overview

The Data & Technology Technician will work closely with the Tanzania Wildlife Authority (TAWA) to support the implementation and management of SMART (Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool) for law enforcement monitoring. The role includes managing data flows, supporting field data collection, analyzing conservation data, and deploying tools like EarthRanger, GPS devices, and other conservation technologies.

Based in Tabora, this position involves regular travel to TAWA regional offices and protected areas, with occasional travel to Dar es Salaam, Arusha, and internationally if needed.

Key Responsibilities

Data Management

• Support the collection, standardization, and cleaning of SMART patrol and ecological monitoring data

• Ensure high data quality through control protocols and adherence to SOPs

• Help TAWA produce SMART-based reports and maps to guide operational decisions

• Assist with donor reporting on law enforcement and conservation indicators

Technology Deployment & Training

• Support the setup and troubleshooting of field tools (e.g., GPS, satellite communicators, EarthRanger)

• Maintain equipment inventories and assist with procurement and budgeting

• Deliver training and mentoring to TAWA staff on using conservation technologies

• Develop SOPs and training materials for both field and office use

Organizational Support

• Join broader Panthera activities including wildlife monitoring and field operations

• Maintain accurate records of technology-related expenses and reports

• Participate in strategic planning and workshops with partner organizations

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, conservation, ecology, or related field (required)

• Postgraduate degree preferred

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience with SMART, EarthRanger, or other conservation data platforms

• Strong Excel and data analysis skills; familiarity with GIS is an asset

• Experience working with large datasets and producing dashboards or visual reports

• Demonstrated ability to train others in technical tools

• Field experience in protected areas and ability to work in remote locations

• Fluency in both Kiswahili and English (spoken and written)

• Valid driver’s license required

Personality

• Tech-savvy, curious, and detail-oriented

• Comfortable working independently and in diverse teams

• Strong communication and organizational skills

How to Apply

Submit your most recent CV and a cover letter via the Panthera Careers Page. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 15 July 2025