Aquatic
Science Engineer
Fodjo T. Cedric Alex

Alex Tamo is a wildlife conservation expert with over 7 years of experience in aquatic and terrestrial wildlife conservation.

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About Me

Experience as a wildlife conservationist and spatial data analyst

Wildlife Conservation With a Passion While Exploring Nature.

I am Skilled in project management, communication, and teamwork, with the ability to work independently as well. My recent work focused on terrestrial and aquatic wildlife monitoring, value chain analysis in International Wildlife Trade, and community-based conservation. Skilled in collaborating with governmental and non-governmental organizations to promote sustainable practices and mitigate environmental threats. Committed to preserving natural resources and enhancing biodiversity through innovative and science-based approaches..

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Fluent in English and French, I possess a strong background in field research, data collection, and analysis using various tools and software.

Adept at using GIS and remote sensing tools for habitat analysis and species distribution modeling.

What Services I’m Providing

I offer services in both the physical and technical aspects of wildlife conservation.

Spatial Data Analysis

Proficient in ArcGIS, QGIS and Google Earth engine for spatial data analysis, remote sensing, and
cartography.

Wildlife Monitoring

Mastery of wildlife monitoring tools like Camera trapping, transect, Recce, and passive Acoustic.

Ecological Data Analysis

Knowledge of ecological data analysis software including Excel, R, and Python. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

SMART/Cybertracker

Knowledge of SMART/Cybertracker and Kobotoolbox software for field data collection

Project Management

Excellent project management, communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Language

French: Native proficient
English: Full professional proficient
Spanish: Basic proficient

Working Process

Proven track record in conducting field research, developing conservation
strategies, and implementing biodiversity monitoring programs

Work Experience

Here is a summary of my expertise and skills in conservation and data analysis.

Technical Lead, Biomonitoring
Conserve Global

01/2024-06/2024​

Coordinate the implementation of the biomonitoring plan in selected hunting concessions. Perform necessary technical analyses to ensure that data and information from the project support robust decision-making across the landscape, and assist in designing project metrics and reporting progress throughout the project, including presentation to key stakeholders.

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Biomonitoring Officer
Program for the Sustainable Management of Natural Resources

08/2022-12/2023

Coordinate the ecological monitoring of terrestrial mammals in 5 Protected Areas in the South-West Region of Cameroon. Training of field personnel and community members on survey methods and data processing and analysis; Responsible for biomonitoring spatial analysis and mapping.

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Biodiversity Officer
Zoological Society of London (ZSL)

01/2018-08/2022​

Designed a terrestrial mammal ecological monitoring survey using camera traps in the Douala-Edea National Park and led a team to assess the biodiversity baseline, which led to the photography of elephants and chimpanzees for the first time in the Protected Area.

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Project Coordinator of a UNDP GEF Small Grant project
GIC Evergreen

07/2017-12/2018​

Supervising the restoration of close to 10 ha of degraded forest with about 5000 trees produced by community members.
Supervising training of local community members in ecological agricultural techniques which was later applied in close to 16 ha of village farms.

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Field Service Provider (PT)-Lake Ossa Wildlife Reserve
Zoological Society of London (ZSL)

11/2016-12/2017​

Coordinated a team of 05 for socioeconomic survey data collection, management and analysis. Assisted the participatory development and implementation of Lake Ossa management plans, including participatory lake clean-ups, voluntary removal of fishing gear, and invasive weeds. Collected and Digitalized Catch Per Unit Effort data for the Lake Ossa Wildlife Reserve’s fisheries

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My Portfolio

Some of the Pictures depicting my skills and experience.

What They Say About Me

Being a team player is adamant for success. Here’s what my supervisors say about me.

I know Alex since he consulted for our organisation under a fisheries research project conducted in Cameroon from May 2022 and subsequent work following that. Alex is a very dedicated researcher; he is reliable and able to work within his own capacity.

Simone
TRAFFIC International

Alex is a bright motivated specialist in biodiversity conservation. His skills and interest in passing on his knowledge on the conservation of endangered species is one of his leadership qualities I admire. He is one of Cameroon’s significant assets and talents.

Antonio
WCS Madagascar

I worked with Alex Tamo for four years. During his time as Biodiversity Officer at the Zoological Society of London (ZSL). As part of his role, Alex delivered a wide range of field-based and office-based tasks, i was extremely impressed by his ability to quickly learn and apply new techniques at an extremely high standard.

Joanna
Zoological Society of London

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