MSc. in Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural ResourcesWhat type of job are you looking for? I am looking for any job related to my field of study - environment, tropical ecology, rural development and biodiversity conservation. Since I specialized in conservation of Zanzibar red colobus and human-primate conflicts for my master thesis I also would like to get in depth of these subjects. What nationality are you? Norwegian. What languages do you speak (and at what level)? Fluently norwegian, very good english (oral and written), and basic swahili (oral and written) which I am seeking to improve. What country or area are you looking to work in and why? Preferable I am looking for a job in Tanzania and/or East Africa but any country in Africa in my field is of interest. I am both enthusiastic and passionate about working with the challenges of managing natural resources and sustainable development, and after conducting my fieldwork in Tanzania I want to gain more experience in the conservation issues addressed in this continent. What countries have you worked in? Norway, in addition to two academic courses and four months of fieldwork in Tanzania. What countries do you have a visa to work in? Norway. What field do you currently work in? Currently I am an assistant manager in a flower shop in Norway which has given me good experience in communication, customer service, teamwork and leadership. What fields have you worked in before? I have been looking into the different systems of managing natural resources, both in Norway and Tanzania. I have also collected ecological data in both Norway and Tanzania, from forest mensuration in Norway to conservation of red colobus in Jozani National Park. Through a course called Tropical Field Ecology in Tanzania in collaboration with Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), we looked into different ecosystems and parks from Morogoro to Serengeti. What qualifications do you hold? I have Master of Science in Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources where I specialized in conservation of Zanzibar red colobus and their associated socio-ecological values in the potential habitats in Zanzibar Island. Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? I consider both of them important as education provides the foundation to gain and build experience, but I consider skills more valuable as different problems and situations requires different approaches. Describe the benefits of working with others Working with others means sharing experience and knowledge, and gaining new ideas and inputs. Describe the benefits of working alone Working alone means trusting your own judgement, improving effiency and self dependent. What was your worst working experience? As an assistant manager I previously experienced having a manager controlling everything I said or did without giving me the chance to make my own decisions. As a leader I think it is really important to show your employees that you trust them and to give them responsibility. As a University candidate I have had some less good experience working in a group with less committed members. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? Conservation issues needs to address the socio-economic dynamics in management and utilization of natural resources to gain any significant results. What unique skills do you have? Rapid adaptability to new problem-solving and new locations. Fast learner. What would you consider as your 'dream job'? Working in conservation projects in Tanzania, balancing the issue of utilizing and managing natural resources, implementing sustainable development and at the same time contributing towards sustainable livelihood of the surrounding communities. What are the most interesting aspects of your field? The complexity of tropical ecosystems and the challenges of managing these in a sustainable way. How can potential employers contact you? At linn_rotaas@hotmail.com and my phone number: +47 45044884 | 
