The status of sharks and rays in the Eastern Atlantic is poorly known, as is their connectivity with the Western Atlantic. Working with traditional fishers and institutional partners, we are conducting the first fisheries-dependent and independent assessments and long-term monitoring of sharks and rays in Cabo Verde, including critical nursery areas. This work gives us a platform to focus on the spatial ecology of large, threatened and highly migratory elasmobranchs, data deficient species and to conduct broad outreach and education to create alliances between these species and local communities.

Fundraiser/Development Coordinator
MarAlliance is seeking a full time Fundraiser Development Coordinator to develop, implement & oversee grant-writing and the organization’s fundraising. Working with the MAR management team, the Development Coordinator will build new and expand existing relationships to cultivate a network of potential donors. He/she will be expected to create and implement a schedule of fundraising activities, notably grant-writing, to secure financial support from individuals, corporations and foundations as well as orchestrating events that promote giving, in order to diversify and maximize revenue streams across multiple countries. This post is remotely based in the Americas time zones.