Clare Atkinson Email & Phone Number

Tring

Tring, England, United Kingdom

• Providing support for the care, management, and conservation of Science Collections ready to move to a new location at the Harwell Science and Innovation Centre
• Documenting specimens, reorganising collections, and collecting data to enable efficiency of workflows
• Testing processes for imaging, documentation, assessment, packing and handling of a wide range of collection types
• Supported the NHM@Harwell Programme Director in a major decision-making process by coordinating… Show more
• Supported the NHM@Harwell Programme Director in a major decision-making process by coordinating meetings with key stakeholders, and assisting with proposal and report writing that was presented to the Board of Museum.

Turks And Caicos Islands

• Responsible for the Amanyara Conservation Initiatives and developed new initiatives - Junior Marine Biologist Programme, Caribbean Fish & coral ID, Mangrove Paddle boarding
• Wildlife guide for snorkel trips, kayaking, sea bobs, paddle boarding and personal marine biologist on private boat charters
• Coordinated with external partners to ensure high level of service to guests
• Presented to schools and youth groups about sea turtle conservation to inspire the community about… Show more
• Presented to schools and youth groups about sea turtle conservation to inspire the community about their flagship species Show less

Curieuse Island, Seychelles

• Managed and trained international volunteers in species ID and scientific monitoring techniques for six conservation projects on Curieuse Island and Marine National Park
• Responsible for collecting scientific data, report writing, supervising internships, leading school activities
• Supported and worked in partnership with the Seychelles National Park Authority to achieve shared outcomes
• As Science Coordinator organised fieldwork schedules, wrote progress reports for partners,… Show more
• As Science Coordinator organised fieldwork schedules, wrote progress reports for partners, and oversaw training of all new volunteers and interns
• As Alumni Coordinator engaged current and ex volunteers through testimonials, blogs, and videos to promote GVI Show less

Sandy, Bedfordshire

• Managed the communication requirements of the Conservation Science Team
• Promoted projects and strategies to key internal and external audiences to demonstrate the depth of the RSPB’s science work
• Produced a variety of communication material through blogs, social media, and events
• Built and maintained relationships across departments and external partners to advocate the Conservation Science Team’s work
• Managed the RSPB’s input to the launch of The Cambridge Conservation… Show more
• Managed the RSPB’s input to the launch of The Cambridge Conservation Initiative, engaged with and presented to major donors, stakeholders and personally presented to Sir David Attenborough

Sandy, Bedfordshire

• Managed the Gough Island Data Management Project in the Centre for Conservation Science
• Organised, manipulated, and cleaned 10+ years of ringing and nesting data for 19 seabird species
• Resolved data discrepancies for compilation into a bespoke database for future analysis before and after rodent eradication

Bedfordshire

• Supported communication work and collated information for Packard-funded Regional Fishery Management Organisation project
• Compiled and synthesised information on seabird tracking studies for use in future projects
• Supported the Albatross Task Force Coordinator and developed material for The World Sea Bird Conference

Bedfordshire

• Volunteer in the Conservation Science Department, entering habitat data onto Excel from transects in Africa for the Living on the Edge Project

London

• Project Coordinator Intern for UK Operations Department
• Assisted UK Operations Manager and Volunteer Coordinator with day to day running of department
• Provided clear and concise information about projects, expeditions, fundraising, medical and safety issues, insurance, kit requirements, travel arrangements, and cultural issues for all volunteers
• Developed new and exciting conservation and research projects globally with UK Operations Manager
• Efficiently managed volunteer… Show more
• Efficiently managed volunteer bookings with partner organisations in any of 350 projects in 50 countries

Tortuguero, Costa Rica

• Managed and coordinated all field research activities for three field seasons in Tortuguero, Costa Rica
• Implemented the sea turtle monitoring protocols for leatherback and green turtle nesting seasons
• Trained and supervised international research assistants and volunteers in field techniques including track ID, metal flipper tagging, carapace measurements, nest marking and monitoring, egg counting, nest excavations.
• Conducted nightly beach… Show more
• Conducted nightly beach patrols and morning track and nest surveys
• Managed daily input and maintenance of field data into databases

Tortuguero, Costa Rica

• Research Assistant to the Field Research Coordinator
• Trained in all aspects of sea turtle monitoring and field techniques
• Supervised volunteers performing field techniques during nightly tagging patrols and morning nest surveys
• Prepared and presented environmental education activities with the local schools and community
• Assisted in the Visitors Centre informing tourists about the work of the STC and answered questions.

Woburn, Bedfordshire

• Seasonal animal keeper in both full and part time roles at Woburn Safari Park UK
• Trained in the husbandry of a variety of exotic animals, mainly sea lions and birds including food preparation and feeding, enrichment activities and cleaning enclosures
• Delivered educational talks and demonstrations about sea lions, birds and reptiles to visitors
• Lead hands on sessions with reptiles teaching children about animal behaviour
• Responsible and mature work ethic due to close… Show more
• Responsible and mature work ethic due to close contact with sea lions Show less

Zakynthos, Greece

• Beach Supervisor for key loggerhead nesting site on the island of Zakynthos for the Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece
• Trained and supervised international research assistants and volunteers in all aspects of sea turtle monitoring field techniques including; track ID, metal flipper tagging, carapace measuring, nest marking, nest.
• Managed and maintained input of field data into databases
• Joint public… Show more
• Joint public awareness leader effectively delivering educational sea turtle presentations to hotels and tourists about Archelon
• Informed tourists on boat trips about conservation of sea turtles and ensured turtle viewing regulations were followed

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Marine Conservation And Policy, 3.20

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Marine Vertebrate Zoology

Higher National Diploma, Animal Management