Project Coordinator

Seasonal Position (March - October: 7 months)

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The Project Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and impactful operation of our turtle conservation program. This role is ideal for someone passionate about marine conservation, experienced in fieldwork coordination, and comfortable working with a multicultural team.

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As the project coordinator on the ground, you will work alongside with the interns, coordinate daily conservation activities, act as point of contact between interns and management, support the delivery of educational experiences, and work closely with the Project Manager to ensure our conservation goals are met throughout the season.

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Responsibilities

 

​​​The project coordinator participates in all intern-level work with added responsibilities of coordinating daily operations and supporting the team.

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• Team Coordination & Support (Added responsibilities)

  • Act as the main point of contact between interns and management on operational matters

  • Coordinate daily duties, shift rotations and workflow alongside the Project Manager

  • Adjust duties and schedules based on operational needs alongside the Project Manager

  • Address team challenges and escalate issues to the Project Manager when necessary

  • Ensure all field activities follow established conservation protocols and safety procedures

  • Support onboard of new interns during their initial weeks

  • Ensures data accuracy, completeness and consistency across the team

  • Coordinates experiential program flow, timing and participant supervision​​​​

  • Act as reference point for guest-related conservation concerns

  • Coordinates stock tracking, sales records, and fundraising items

  • Assists with report preparation and grant documentation

  • Coordinates supply needs and supports island logistics

  • Ensures conservation hall and intern quarters are kept clean​

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• Field Work​

  • Conduct nightly beach patrols to monitor nesting turtles

  • Relocate eggs to the hatchery and release hatchlings

  • Manage in-situ nests when required

  • Record data on nesting turtles and hatchlings

  • Post-hatch nest excavations and analysis

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• Experiential/Volunteer Program

  • Lead environmental education workshops

  • Educate participants on conservation work

  • Ensure participants safety during working hours of the program

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• Guests Education & Public Awareness

  • Conducting educational “turtle talks” to guests on a daily basis

  • Guide and educate visitors during turtle sightings

  • Manage guest behavior respectfully to protect turtles

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• Indoor & Office Work​

  • Data entry and maintaining project database

  • Post-excavation examination and data collection on deceased/unfertilized eggs

  • Managing merchandise stocks and sales

  • Data entry and reporting for grant application purposes

  • Sending emails to sponsors

  • Assisting with social media updates

  • Production of merchandise to raise fund (seaglass jewelleries)

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• General Conservation Tasks

  • Building/maintaining/dismantling the turtle hatchery (subject to intake period)

  • Organize daily beach cleans

  • Trash sorting and recycling

  • Carry supplies during island deliveries

  • Occasionally guide workshops for resort guests

  • Maintain and upkeep cleanliness of conservation hall and intern accommodation quarters​​​​​​​

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Daily Rhythm

• ​The Project Coordinator follows the same shift framework used by conservation staff and interns — Day, PM, and AM, but with added coordination responsibilities.​

• Day shift (9AM - 9PM); PM shift (2PM - 2AM); AM shift (3AM - 6:30PM), with rest hours in between.

• The schedule is designed to balance hands-on conservation work, experiential program facilitation, administrative tasks, and rest.

• Night time turtle conservation can be physically demanding, so mornings are often kept free for the patrol shifts (PM and AM) when possible to ensure proper rest.

• The Day shift will focus on administrative work, running experiential program, daytime conservation work and conducting turtle talks.

• Working hours and scope may be adjusted or extended during busy periods, depending on operational needs.

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Benefits

• Accommodation: Shared dormitory (up to 4 per room), ensuite bathroom, fans (no AC).

• Meals: 3 meals per day provided.

• Days Off: 1 day per week (assigned by Project)

• Discounts: 15% staff discount on restaurant orders (except alcohol)

• Opportunity to work in a beautiful coastal location.

• Compensation: Monthly allowance/salary to be discussed based on experience.

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What will you gain

• Leadership and coordination experience in a conservation team

• Hands-on conservation skills in turtle monitoring, hatchery operations, and data management

• Strong public speaking and science communication experience

• Practical problem-solving and field-based decision-making skills

• A deeper understanding of conservation challenges 

• The chance to make a tangible impact in protecting sea turtles

• Networking opportunities within the marine conservation and diving community

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To Apply

Send your CV and letter of intent to turtle@bubblesdc.com. Join us in making a difference in turtle conservation!