JUNIOR WILDLIFE CRIME ANALYST

DANAU GIRANG FIELD CENTRE – Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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

• 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.
• 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.