Consultant - Student/ Young professional in Archeological excavations

The Consultant will support archaeological excavation and survey activities at the Khortytsia National Reserve in Ukraine, contributing to monitoring and documentation of archaeological sites affected by conflict. This role offers practical experience and training under expert supervision for a duration of three weeks on-site.

Responsibilities

• Undertake tasks related to archaeological excavation and survey activities as instructed by the Reserve’s staff
• Participate part-time for 3 weeks at 18 hours per week (total 54 hours)
• Investigate two locations in the northeastern part of Khortytsia Island, focusing on historical and Bronze Age sites
• Determine whether the Sovutyna Ravine site represents a Cossack winter settlement or a military camp from the Russian-Turkish War period
• Locate the Bronze Age cultural layer and assess the extent of the settlement north of Sovutyna Ravine
• Submit regular progress reports for UNESCO approval

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Archaeology, or a related field
• Previous collaboration with the Khortytsia National Reserve is considered an advantage
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in English is considered an asset

Skills

• Archaeological Excavations
• Archaeological Survey
• Website Monitoring
• Documentation of Archaeological Sites
• Collaboration with Cultural Institutions
• Field Research
• Report Writing
• English Language Proficiency

Languages

English, Ukrainian