Danau Girang Field Centre invites applications from suitable qualified Malaysians for the position of Junior Wildlife Crime Analyst, to be based in Kota Kinabalu. This is a contract position for 2 years, until September 2026.
The role focuses on supporting the Sabah Wildlife Department with wildlife crime data analyses, identifying patterns, trends, and hotspots to inform enforcement efforts.
Primary Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Lead Wildlife Crime Analyst, the Junior Wildlife Crime Analyst will:
Assist in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of wildlife crime data.Through data analysis, assist in identifying crime patterns, trends, and hotspots.Support the Field Intelligence Officer and Lead Wildlife Crime Analyst by providing data and reports.Collaborate with team members to help inform operations.Ensure the accuracy and quality of the data entered.Participate in team meetings as required. Qualifications/Experience A minimum of one year's experience in an analytical role.Possess a basic understanding of crime analysis principles.Familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques.Proficiency in MS Excel and experience with data visualisation tools.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to communicate findings clearly, both verbally and in written reports.Fluent in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.Ability to work collaboratively in a team. Desirable Experience Use of i2 products like iBase and/or Analyst's Notebook. Position Background This position is created under SHIELD (Sabah's Harmonized Intelligence Enforcement and Legal Defence against Wildlife Crimes), a two-year collaborative project led by Sabah Wildlife Department, aimed at protecting Malaysia's unique wildlife through the enhancement of law enforcement, cross-agency cooperation, and specialist training in Sabah. Training will be provided for this role.