Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Wild Place Animal Manager




Wild Place Animal Manager
Full time –  37.5 hours per week, permanent position
Salary range £20,500 - £22,500 per annum

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.
Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.
This is a key managerial role working as part of an operational team on site covering all day to day operational duties.  Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our conservation and wildlife message is a top priority by delivering excellent animal care standards on site. 
If you are someone who has proven animal management experience in a guest focused environment and you are able to inspire your team to achieve excellence, then you might just be the person we require.
Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply for this position. Closing date for applications is 12noon Friday 10th May 2013. 
Interviews will be held between Fridays 17th – 24th May 2013.

QUARANTINE COORDINATOR & RECORDS ASSISTANT




QUARANTINE COORDINATOR & RECORDS ASSISTANT
Chester Zoo, one of Europe’s leading Zoological collections, is now seeking to recruit a Quarantine Coordinator & Records Assistant.
This role includes the coordination of the quarantine service as well as maintaining the facilities to provide best standards of quarantine to comply with existing legislation. The job holder is responsible for the coordination and provision of day to day care for the animals undergoing quarantine. As a Records Assistant, you will support the Registrar Assistant in managing the zoo’s animal records including data entry, creating reports, staff training and interrogating NEZS database for research and collection management purposes.

The successful candidate will have a Biological Science degree or equivalent qualification and have experience of zoo animal keeping, together with a broad range of knowledge in taxonomy, biology and care of animals. They will have proven computer and organisation skills as well as excellent attention to detail and capacity to multitask.  Good observation skills, ability to work independently but also as part of a multidisciplinary team and ability to communicate effectively are required.

The successful candidate will ideally have a good knowledge of Chester Zoo’s animal collection, and have experience with zoological data bases and record keeping (in particular, experience in the use of ARKS, MEDARKS, SPARKS AND ZIMS). Understanding of quarantine principles and relevant legislation is also desirable.

Salary is £19,104 per annum for a 40 hour week. There is some flexibility with regards to days of work, although some weekend and Bank Holiday working will be required.

To apply, please contact the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or recruitment@chesterzoo.org.

Closing date is: Friday, 10th May 2013.

Interviews to be held week commencing 13th May 2013.

Monday, April 22, 2013

CURATOR – AFRICAN SAVANNAH & CANADIAN WILDS





The Calgary Zoo is a conservation leader whose mission is to take and inspire action to sustain wildlife and wild places. As a not-for-profit charitable institution, all revenue is reinvested back into conservation activities at the zoo and around the world.

As an organization, we value effective and collaborative communication and honesty and integrity with an emphasis on customer focus, safety and conservation. If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following permanent position available in our Animal Care Department

CURATOR – AFRICAN SAVANNAH & CANADIAN WILDS
Accountable to the General Curator, the Area Curator is responsible for the daily management of the animals, personnel, facilities and programs of the area. The successful candidate will be required to manage areas that may include primarily mammals, but also some birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.
Responsibilities:
  • Oversee animal handling events, including animal shipments.
  • Assist in the planning and coordination of standard operating procedures.
  • Assist in planning and implementation of special projects, minor renovations and improvements in the section.
  • Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures and ensures the standard operating procedures are conducive to maintaining the highest possible standards of human health and safety and animal welfare in line with known best practice.
  • Interview and train employees: plan, assign and direct work: appraise performance: manage employees; address complaints and resolve problems; ensuring compliance with union contract.
  • Works with other departments to help develop, plan and implement educational programs, publicity, graphics and other support services for the section.
  • Initiates necessary requests for maintenance and horticultural work within the section.
  • Acts as a liaison with the veterinary team to coordinate animal treatments, exams and the preventative medicine program.
  • Acts as zone manager in other areas when other managers are away.
  • Works with Animal Management team to ensure animal exhibits and enclosures meet or exceed minimum AZA & CAZA accreditation standards.
·         Reviews and updates animal management/husbandry protocols ensuring established husbandry standards are met.
·         Ensures accurate, current records are kept on each animal and exhibit.
·         Coordinates behind the scenes tours, after hour’s events and animal treatments.
·         Manages budget in consultation with General Curator.
·         Participates in collection planning and exhibit development.
·         Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 7 years of animal management experience preferably in an accredited institution
  • 5 years of experience in direct staff supervision.  Experience managing a unionized workforce would be considered an asset.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or related field.
  • Must be able to establish and maintain an effective rapport with all levels of management, employees and park guests.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Must have good observational skills.
  • Some computer skills in MS office.
  • Possess or able to acquire a Class 5 Alberta drivers license

Physical Demands: 
  • Involves outdoor work and heavy lifting.
  • Must be able to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull, bend, climb. stairs and ladders, and carry up to 50lbs.
  • Exposure to fauna and pungent odours.
  • Must be able to work in inclement weather.
  • Working on weekends and statutory holidays will be required.

What the zoo has to offer:
·         Competitive compensation package.
·         Annual performance bonus.
·         Flexible benefits plan, including a health spending account.
·         Employer matching RRSP program.
·         Discounts on food, beverage and merchandise.
·         A complimentary annual pass for you and your immediate family members.
·         A fun work environment and the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals!

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual we invite you to send your resume, along with a covering letter, in confidence, no later than May 20, 2013. Please quote the position title in the subject line.

Human Resources
Calgary Zoo
1300 Zoo Rd NE
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 7V6
Fax: 403-695-3807
NO PHONE ENQUIRIES PLEASE. Applicants are thanked in advance and advised that only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.


Saturday, April 20, 2013




ABWAK
Association of British and Irish Wild Animal Keepers

www.abwak.org

Voluntary opportunity to Join ABWAK Council

Closing date: 17th May 2013

The Association of British and Irish Wild Animal Keepers (ABWAK) is looking for a dynamic, passionate and forward thinking animal keeper to join our Council in a voluntary capacity. ABWAK is the professional organisation for wild animal keepers in Britain and Ireland, with a core focus of developing animal welfare through communication, cooperation, training and development. The work of ABWAK is lead by a team of professionals with experience in animal husbandry, education, marketing, fundraising and more. We are looking for an individual to join our team to help us reach our strategic goals. This is an excellent opportunity for an animal keeper to develop their experience outside of the work place, meet other zoo professionals, help shape our organisation and support our members through our regional training workshops, quarterly journal and annual symposium.

The ideal candidate will be in current employment as an animal keeper in Britain or Ireland, and have a good understanding of the needs and requirements of animal keepers. The candidate should be able to volunteer at least six days per year (mostly weekends) to attend ABWAK council meetings (at different zoos around the country), and the annual symposium. Institutional support will be required. All council members are assigned a specific role to support our activities, and would be expected to communicate regularly with the other council members via email. Council members are elected for three years and are then eligible to run again.

Please send a CV and a covering letter briefly outlining how you could help ABWAK support animal keepers to:
Ross Snipp
Chair of ABWAK (www.abwak.org)
Flamingo Land
Kirby Misperton
Malton
North Yorkshire
YO17 6UX


Friday, April 19, 2013

CONSERVATION ASSISTANT




CONSERVATION ASSISTANT

Chester Zoo, one of Europe’s leading zoological collections, has a well-established Field Conservation & Research Division responsible for co-ordinating a diverse portfolio of conservation activities worldwide. Support includes ten flagship conservation programmes and a substantial conservation grant initiative. Conservation activities involve strong partnerships with various organisations and complement and interact with the zoo’s ex-situ conservation activities.

The Conservation Assistant post is a 2 year fixed term position to support the Field Conservation & Research Division in all aspects of its work.

This role involves:
  • providing administrative support for various conservation activities
  • populating the zoo’s conservation database, and providing data for externally managed databases or surveys where necessary
  • assist in the processing and cataloguing of incoming applications for conservation support, coordinate review of applications and post-support project evaluation
  • assisting in the dissemination of information, internally and externally, relating to conservation activities

Applicants should have the following:
·      excellent oral and written communication skills
·      a good understanding of biodiversity conservation
·      exceptional time management and organisational skills
·      a degree in a biological sciences related discipline or equivalent experience
·      IT literate with a comprehensive understanding of programs including Access, Excel, Word, Outlook and Power Point

Experience of practical conservation work in the field, knowledge of the role of zoos in conservation, copy editing & proof reading and database management experience would be advantageous.

Hours are 35 hours per week worked from 9 – 5, with a one hour lunch break, over Monday to Friday. Salary is £16,716 per annum.

To apply, please contact the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or recruitment@chesterzoo.org.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday, 30th April 2013.

TEAM MANAGER – CARNIVORES





TEAM MANAGER – CARNIVORES

 


Chester Zoo is one of the leading zoological collections in Europe with an international reputation for achieving its mission in conservation breeding programmes, research and education.

We are currently recruiting for a Team Manager to lead and develop one of our six mammal sections (Carnivore team). The post will involve the daily management of the Carnivore section along with mentoring, training and developing the team. Applicants should have proven experience of working with a wide range of carnivore species but with a focus on large cats, canids and small carnivores. Candidates will have a higher education qualification in a Zoological related science (min HND) or equivalent experience.

The successful candidate will have considerable leadership experience and qualities to be able to supervise a team and be able to organise and prioritise tasks in a dynamic environment.  This role will involve managing the team and its budgets.
A good understanding of risk assessments and COSHH are essential to ensure all staff are fully aware of safety and management procedures. This role will involve representing the Carnivore team at internal and external meetings, workshops and conferences in the UK and overseas. Therefore, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Applicants should have a full driving licence and be prepared to work weekends and Bank Holidays in a roster system.

Salary is £29,268 per annum for a 40 hour week.

To apply for this position, please ring the recruitment line on 01244 389477 or email recruitment@chesterzoo.org.

Closing date for applications is Friday, 10th May 2013.

Supervisor - Animals





Supervisor - Animals
Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position
Salary £17,850 per annum

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.
Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.
This role will assist the Operations Manager with general day to day operating duties for the site, and be crucial for ensuring our conservation and wildlife message is a top priority by delivering excellent animal care standards and enrichment on site.  You will be required to be flexible and assist with wider day to day operating duties as and when necessary. 

The successful applicant will be an experienced mammal keeper and will have experience of working with zoo animals, be educated to at least GCSE level, including English and a biological science, and hold the Diploma in the Management of Zoo and Aquarium Animals - DMZAA (previously known as ANCMZA).

If you are someone who has proven animal management experience in a zoo environment and you are a strong team player, then you might just be the person we are looking for.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on applying for this position.  Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm on Monday, 6th May 2013. 

Interviews will be held on either 15th or 16th May 2013.

Animal Keepers




Animal Keepers x 2
Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position
Salary £14,326 - £16,830 per annum
(Dependent upon experience and qualifications)

Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.
Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.
These roles will be part of the animal team and be crucial for ensuring our conservation and wildlife message is top priority, but you will be required to be flexible and assist with wider day to day operating duties as and when necessary. 

The successful applicant will have at least two years’ experience of working with zoo animals.  Knowledge of mammal husbandry would be an advantage.  Applicants should be educated to at least GCSE level and include English and a biological science. The successful applicant will be expected to study for the DMZAA qualification in Zoo Animal Management if he/she doesn’t already have this qualification.

If you are someone who has had experience working with mammals in a zoo environment and you are a strong team player, then you might just be the person we are looking for.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on applying for this position. Closing date for applications is 5.00 pm on Monday, 6th May 2013.
 
Interviews will be held on either Thursday 22nd May or Wednesday 23rd May 2013.

Qualified Animal Keeper







Qualified Animal Keeper - Hoofstock

Marwell Wildlife is a registered charity dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity and other natural resources. Our 140 acre zoological park in the heart of Hampshire is home to over 180 exotic and charismatic species in beautiful landscaped surroundings.

We are recruiting for a Qualified Animal Keeper to join the animal management team at Marwell. Our Qualified Keepers must have a strong generalist background with zoological experience as they may be required to work on a variety of sections. On this occasion however, an interest and previous experience with ungulates would also be an advantage.

Roles and responsibilities will include ensuring high standards of animal husbandry at all times and keeping daily checks and records.

Applicants will need to have previous experience in animal husbandry, ideally working in a zoological collection, hold 5 GCSE’s or equivalent and a valid driving licence for the UK. The DMZAA or equivalent qualification is essential at Qualified Keeper level.

The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team, have the ability to use their initiative, display interest and commitment to animal welfare and conservation, and must possess strong verbal communication skills as talking to members of the public is an essential part of the role.

Closing Date:  Thursday 2nd May 2013


Please visit our website marwell.org.uk for full details and the Marwell Wildlife electronic application form. The application form must be completed to be considered for this role.

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a Disclosure & Barring Service check as a condition of employment.

Colden Common, Winchester, Hants, SO21 1JH. Registered charity number 275433. marwell.org.uk

Safari Ranger





Safari Ranger
(Seasonal)

Port Lympne Wild Animal Park on the Kent Coast is home to Livingstone Lodge, an award winning and exciting African Safari Experience, Livingstone Cottage a VIP Safari, and Elephant Lodge, our family camping experience.
This fantastic variety of short break packages offers our guests an amazing opportunity - a chance to sample a taste of Africa in Kent! Giraffe, black rhino, elephant, cheetah, zebra and many more wild animals provide the backdrop to our unique accommodation options. Guests are able to listen to the sounds of the Serengeti and enjoy a magical night under the stars, just a short distance from the stunning coastline of Kent.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Ranger

You will need a good general knowledge of African wildlife, to act as a tour guide providing our guests with a truly unforgettable experience. The post is seasonal, fixed term from now until the middle to end of October 2013. Pay is £7.45 an hour.
 Relevant experience of working in and around a Safari Lodge in Africa is essential as is a valid driving licence and a valid work visa for working in the UK. The ideal candidate will be FGASA qualified.

Working hours are split shifts over five days a week, include weekends, Bank Holidays, unsociable hours along with Duty Rangering (which entails staying on site).

To apply please email you cv and covering statement to: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org

or send a copy of your CV and covering letter to, Human Resources, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Nr Hythe, Kent CT21 4PD.

Closing date: 26th April 2013 or sooner if sufficient applications are received.

Please visit our website: www.aspinallfoundation.org to find out more about us and the African Safari Experiences and our Short Breaks.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Operations Manager







Wild Place Operations Manager - Animals


Full time – 37.5 hours per week, permanent position

Salary range £20,500 - £22,500 per annum



Bristol Zoo is proud and excited to take the first step on a journey towards achieving the ultimate goal of the National Wildlife Conservation Park by opening Wild Place in the summer of 2013.

Building on and celebrating the natural environment, Wild Place will be an invigorating setting that brings nature and the woodland to life. This family-led attraction will focus on fun, play and learning with children and adults being inspired to protect threatened habitats on their doorsteps as well as around the globe.

This is a key managerial role working as part of an operational team on site covering all day to day operational duties. Your role will be crucial in ensuring that our conservation and wildlife message is a top priority by delivering excellent animal care standards on site.

If you are someone who has proven animal management experience in a guest focused environment and you are able to inspire your team to achieve excellence, then you might just be the person we require.

Visit our website www.bristolzoo.org.uk for a copy of the job description, person specification and details on how to apply for this position. Closing date for applications is 3.00pm Thursday 25th April 2013.

Interviews will be held on Friday, 10th May 2013.

Animal Keeper - Primates




Animal Keeper - Primates






Twycross Zoo – East Midland Zoological Society (TZEMS), the World Primate Centre, holds a large variety of primates - every species of great ape (gorilla, chimpanzee, bonobo, orang-utan) plus a range of other species. We have impressive breeding records for many of these species and recent changes to husbandry practices has enabled more natural groupings and enclosure modifications. We have more to do!



We are going through an exciting period of change as this zoo develops and so are looking for dynamic, knowledgeable individuals to help lead the teams forward.



We currently have a vacancy for keeper on the Primates section, which manages all our small primate species including callitrichids, cebids, guenons and lemurs. This is a key role which involves working on the section, covering all areas of animal husbandry including feeding, cleaning, training and record keeping, as well as interacting with the Zoo visitors.



We are seeking an enthusiastic, high performing individual with an interest in zoo animal management. You must be a good team worker with a positive outlook and have excellent communication skills. A minimum of 2 years’ zoo keeping experience with primates, and an animal-related qualification, such as the BIAZA approved ANCMZA or DZMAA, would be advantageous.



The role is full time, including weekend duties on a rota system. Salary is paid monthly and we provide uniform, 31 days holiday, 5% employer’s pension contribution after qualifying period.



If you are interested, please send your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@twycrosszoo.org.



Closing date: 22nd April 2013

Senior Keeper: Large Mammals



Senior Keeper: Large Mammals




Twycross Zoo – East Midland Zoological Society (TZEMS), the World Primate Centre, has over 850 animals and is one of the most comprehensive collections of primate species and subspecies in the western world. We have exciting plans for developing the Zoo further, continuing our work in conservation of endangered species and providing the very best environment that we can.



We have more to do and as the Zoo develops we are looking for dynamic, knowledgeable individuals to help lead the teams forward.



We currently have a vacancy for a Senior Keeper on the Large Mammals section. The section manages a range of ungulate and carnivore species including Amur leopard, snow leopard, meerkat, Bactrian camel, Kirk’s dik dik and Asian elephant. This is a key role which will involve working on the section, covering all areas of animal husbandry including feeding, cleaning, training and record keeping, as well as interacting with the Zoo visitors and assisting with the supervision and training of staff.



We are seeking an enthusiastic, high performing individual with a proven track record in zoo animal management. You will have a minimum of 4 years’ experience as a keeper and demonstrate a substantial working knowledge of the natural history and management of key species. You must be a good team worker with a positive outlook and excellent communication skills and be committed to continued professional development of yourself and other staff. Supervisory experience as well as an animal-related qualification, such as the BIAZA approved ANCMZA or DZMAA, would be advantageous.



The role is full time, including weekend duties on a rota system. Salary is paid monthly and we provide uniform, 31 days holiday, 5% employer’s pension contribution after qualifying period.



If you are interested, please send your CV with a covering letter to recruitment@twycrosszoo.org.



Closing date: 22nd April 2013

Education Officer




Birdworld vacancy: Education Officer




An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Education Team at Birdworld Bird Park and Gardens, comprising Birdworld, Underwater World and the Jenny Wren Farm, in Farnham, Surrey.

The education team is responsible for the planning and delivery of educational sessions and presentations offered to the general public and to visiting schools and colleges. The team is specifically responsible for the training and husbandry of birds and animals used in presentations and is included in the aviculture team responsible for the husbandry and welfare of bird stock throughout the park. In addition to this the team produces content for park interpretation and species signs.



Required:

• Motivated individual who can work alone and as part of a team

• Confident in public speaking to audiences of all ages

• Experience of keeping and training birds/animals

• Excellent written English

• Full driving license



Preferred:

• Tertiary qualification in a biological science

• Experience with delivering presentations in a captive animal collection

• Experience in the education sector



Applications should include an up to date CV and covering letter to be sent to: Recruitment, Human Resources Department,

Denys E. Head Limited, Holt Pound, Nr Farnham, United Kingdom, GU10 4LD



Closing date for applications is: Saturday 11th May and applicants should ideally be available for interview between 20th and 24th May and be available for work from June onwards.



Project Facilitator - Udzungwa Forest Project, Tanzania



Job Advertisement – Udzungwa Forest Project, Tanzania


Job Title: Project Facilitator

Location: Kilombero District, Morogoro Region, Tanzania

Salary: TSh600,000 monthly living allowance, free accommodation, one return flight annually from home country, plus other in-country expenses

Duration: One year, with potential to extend

Start date: 1st July 2013 (with some flexibility)

Deadline: 7th May 2013

Interviews: 23rd/24th May 2013

Job description: The award-winning Udzungwa Forest Project (UFP) is seeking a highly motivated individual to support its field team in the research, monitoring and conservation of threatened forests. The successful applicant will be expected to:

1. Facilitate the sound implementation of the UFP strategic plan for forest conservation, livelihood development and monitoring;

2. Provide technical input to the UFP adaptive management process;

3. Assist in the gathering of ecological and socio-economic data under an established forest conservation monitoring programme;

4. Advise and train project staff in the recording and storage of data to a high quality;

5. Summarise data in reports, bulletins and presentations for the UFP director, and for stakeholders including government officials, NGOs, industry partners and local communities;

6. Negotiate with land-owners and government for improved forest conservation;

7. Assist the UFP director in writing reports and research papers and in establishing a new charity;

8. Give presentations to project partners and international conferences;

9. Develop the English-language skills of senior project staff.

About the employer: UFP is a conservation project based in southern Tanzania, established and directed by Flamingo Land, which is home to the UK’s most visited zoo. The aim of the project is to better protect tropical forests through ecological monitoring, community education, capacity building and lobbying. UFP is based mostly in Magombera Forest, on the east of the breathtaking Udzungwa Mountains. The main emphasis of UFP is on the monitoring and management of indicators of forest conservation and the sustainability of human natural resource use. UFP’s all-Tanzanian team ensures that the project has a strong local connection, aiming to integrate fully with local communities and managers. Ultimately the goal is to develop sufficient in-country income generation and capacity among villages and management authorities, such that forest conservation can continue without external support. The project collaborates closely with four local villages, WWF Tanzania, the Tanzania Forest Conservation Group, Wild Things Safaris, the Udzungwa Ecological Monitoring Centre, and Illovo Sugar Company who provided funding for this position. UFP receives technical support from the Centre for the Integration of Research, Conservation and Learning (CIRCLE), a University of York facility based at Flamingo Land.

Key selection criteria

ESSENTIAL

- Bachelors degree or higher in a relevant discipline (e.g. biology, zoology, botany, conservation, environmental science, environmental management)

- Passionate about conservation of the natural world

- Native English speaker

- Proven ability to learn at least one foreign language

- Experience working or volunteering in a developing country, preferably in Tanzania or elsewhere in East Africa

- Experience of working in remote locations

- Awareness of health and safety considerations of working in remote locations

- Practical experience of ecological monitoring methods

- Competent in the use of field survey equipment (especially GPS, maps and compass)

- Knowledge of basic statistical methods

- Computing skills including Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint and Word

- Excellent presentation skills

- Excellent inter-personal skills

- Flexible approach to work

- Full driving license

DESIRABLE

- Experience of Geographical Information Systems

- Experience of working in tropical forest

- Experience of socio-economic survey methods

- Experience of working to a tight budget

- Good knowledge of the Swahili language

- Experience in environmental education

- Knowledge of the role of modern zoos in global biodiversity conservation

Application: Please e-mail a cover letter and cv including full contact details of two referees to circle@flamingoland.co.uk. Alternatively postal applications can be sent to Dr. Andrew R. Marshall, Environment Department, University of York, York, YO10 4DP, UK. If you will be outside of the UK on 23rd-24th May, please indicate that you will require a Skype or phone interview.

Assistant Curator




Assistant Curator

Blue Planet Aquarium seeks an Assistant Curator




Blue Planet Aquarium, a leading visitor attraction in the North West has an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join the Zoological Management team as an Assistant Curator. Our Zoological department is responsible for all displays, including our famous 3.8 million litre shark exhibit, as well as a diverse collection of terrestrial vertebrates and invertebrates.



Reporting to the Curator, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Zoological Team, including members of the Aquarium’s Dive Team. A hands-on approach is required to ensure the team achieves the highest standards of animal care and husbandry. You will also promote a high standard of health and safety for all aquarium visitors and staff.



With your strong communication and leadership skills, as well as a ‘lead by example’ management style you will motivate and inspire our team to present the Aquarium’s displays to an exceptional standard, whilst ensuring the continued development of exhibits to incorporate novel and innovative approaches.



Key Responsibilities will include:

• Ensure the highest standards of animal husbandry and care.

• Deliver excellent exhibition presentation at all times in order to delight, enthuse and educate our visitors

• Assist the Curator to manage and develop the Zoological Aquarists and Divers.

• Assist the Curator with controlling costs within budget including both zoological expenses and personnel costs.

• Monitoring water quality on filtration systems and carrying out regular plumbing works and planned scheduled maintenance.

• Fulfil the role of Duty Manager when required.



The successful candidate will be required to work full time, 5 days every week on a rota’d basis, including regular weekends and Bank Holidays.



Blue Planet Aquarium is owned and operated by Aspro Ocio a Spanish multinational company with its headquarters based in Madrid. Aspro owns and operates over 40 leisure attractions across Europe. In the UK along with Blue Planet Aquarium Aspro operates Deep Sea World, Bristol Aquarium, Blue Reef Aquariums, Smugglers Adventure and Oakwood Theme Park.



To apply - please send your up-to-date CV with a covering letter outlining your salary expectation to:

recruitment@blueplanetaquarium.co.uk or: Recruitment, Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 9LF



Blue Planet Aquarium is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Closing date: 30th April 2013



We do recognize the time and effort it takes to apply for a position, but as an employer of choice we receive a high volume of applications and in the interests of economy, Aspro UK does not notify candidates who have been unsuccessful in their application; consequently if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.





Animal Keeper




ANIMAL KEEPER


Knowsley Safari Park is the largest safari park in the UK and, at present, we are undergoing redevelopment. As part of this development process the walk around exhibit area of the park is going through some exciting changes. We are looking for an enthusiastic candidate that can assist in developing and delivering high standards of animal care within this area of the park. The species that are currently within this section range from various large and small mammals, reptiles and invertebrates.


The successful candidate will have sound knowledge of animal husbandry and a strong team mentality to achieve the team’s objectives. Previous experience of working with exotic species along with experience of positive reinforcement techniques for the purpose of training would be advantageous but not essential.

Knowledge of working within safe working protocols and risk assessments would be desirable. A full UK driving licence is essential, and tractor and trailer driving experience would be beneficial. The successful candidate will have an Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals qualification (or equivalent national recognised Level 3 qualification).

This is a full time, permanent position (average 40 hour working week) which will include bank holidays and weekends on a rotated basis. The position comes with a salary of up to £15,000 depending upon suitability and experience as well as 23 days holidays each year plus 8 days in lieu of bank holidays and a generous pension scheme. Continuous professional development is encouraged and the Company will provide the tools to accomplish this.

Please submit all applications in writing with a CV to:

Recruitment Department

c/o The Animal Office

Knowsley Safari Park

Prescot L34 4AN


Safarijobs@knowsley.com

Closing date: 24th April 2013

Interviews: An interview date is yet to be confirmed

Due to the sheer volume of applications we receive here at Knowsley, we are unable to respond to all unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful if you have not heard from us before 1st May 2013.

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Vacancy for An international consultant on wildlife conservation

Vacancy for An international consultant on wildlife conservation


TERMS OF REFERENCE
For an Individual International Consultant
Project: Wildlife Consumption in Vietnam: Reforming policies and practices to strengthen biodiversity conservation
Funded by GEF through WB and implemented by BCA[1] (VEA[2]- MONRE[3]), Vietnam

1. Background
Unsustainable levels of wildlife consumption pose one of the most significant threats to the conservation of biodiversity within Vietnam's forests, wetlands and protected areas – and to the survival of a substantial number of globally threatened species. Even where good quality stands of forests remain, most forest areas in Vietnam have been largely depleted of those species that can be sold for illegal trade and consumption. This has given rise to the phenomenon of “empty forests” in which wildlife density is very low – a result of over-hunting and illegal wildlife trade.

The annual demand for wildlife used for food, medicines, and ornamental purposes and export is reported to vary between 3,700 tons to 4,500 tons (excluding birds and insects).[4] Research studies estimate the number of confiscation cases of illegal wildlife trade to represent from five to twenty percent of the actual figures. Extrapolating from this, thousands of tons of wild species and hundreds of thousands of individual specimens are being annual consumed domestically or are being smuggled annually to other countries.

Vietnam has quickly transformed from a source state feeding export markets (mostly in China) to a major importing consumer of wildlife. Research has shown that Vietnamese consumer markets are increasingly the destination for species such as tiger and bear, pangolin, freshwater turtles, snakes, and monitors sourced from other Asian countries. Evidence over recent years has also shown that animal products like rhino horn and ungulate horns sourced in Africa are frequently traded to Vietnam for domestic consumers.

In terms of domestic consumption, most wildlife is consumed in specialty restaurants or is used in traditional medicine. The rapid growth of Vietnam’s economy over the past 20 years has inflated demand for luxury goods, including high value wildlife products. This has taken place before a corresponding shift in attitudes has taken place towards a conservation ethic typically found in many middle-income countries. Demand is greatest in large cities (e.g. Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi) where there are higher concentrations of wealthy businessmen and state officials.

This proposed project will largely focus on the third strategy of reducing demand as much less attention has been paid to addressing the underlying demand drivers of illegal trade and hunting.  In practice however it is not possible to draw a clear distinction between effort to reduce consumption and efforts to reduce illegal trade

The project will seek to reduce illegal demand for wildlife at the national level. However, two components will focus on the major metropolitan conurbation of Hanoi which support a substantial part of the urban population and where a major proportion of illegal wildlife consumption takes place. These components will include “scale-up” mechanisms that will enable the approaches, materials and capacity developed in the target areas to be disseminated and taken-up nationwide. It is also critical to build awareness and reduce demand for wildlife product consumption in rural areas that are both suppliers and consumers.

The project seeks to achieve its objectives through three substantive components that together will achieve a real impact on how wildlife is consumed in Vietnam: (a) Strengthening legal framework and policies; (b) Monitoring and enforcing regulations on wildlife consumption; (c) Awareness building for behavior change;
Wildlife trade and consumption is not a problem within a country border, yet involved the international context. Therefore, international expertise is much required so that their inputs on international viewpoints will be taken into account to the project.
2. Job requirements
The international consultant shall provide technical inputs to all components of the project with specific jobs as detailed below:

a)    Design ToRs for local consultants and provide technical inputs on service products produced by the local consultants.
b)    Provide technical inputs on draft of legal instruments, policies or recommendations for revisions of legal documents and make sure quality assurance on the drafts of the revisions, amendments and new legal instruments.
c)     Provide review/analysis of international experience in the management and conservation of wildlife/biodiversity and propose solutions to the Vietnamese context including the trading, conservation breeding, sustainable use of wildlife, establishment and management of conservation facilities, etc.
d)    Provide technical inputs on baseline survey on wildlife trade and consumption in Hanoi including comments to the outline/research tools/summary report and finalization of the full report.
e)    Technical inputs on analysis and identification of the effective approaches to tackle illegal trade and consumption of wildlife in Vietnam
f)     Provide technical inputs to the outline/final version of the manual on wildlife law enforcement based on the designed detailed TOR;
g)    Provide technical inputs on designing, finalizing and implementing the communication strategy on wildlife consumption reduction.
h)    Provide other technical inputs to PMU as necessary to ensure the achievement of project objectives.
3. Service outputs
-      Guidelines/outlines/Instructions/finalization of TORs to national consultant services;
-      Technical inputs to the outline and finalization of the report of the review on legal framework and policy on wildlife trade and consumption;
-      Technical inputs to the outline and finalization of the report of the survey on wildlife consumption in Hanoi;
-      Report on international experiences on biodiversity/wildlife conservation and management including conservational breeding, rescue procedures, establishment and management of conservation facilities and protection and sustainable use of wildlife resources;
-      Finalization of effective approaches to tackle illegal trade and consumption of wildlife in Vietnam
-      Communication strategy on wildlife reduction in Vietnam.
-      Technical inputs to the manual on wildlife law enforcement.
4. Qualification requirement

·      Having at least four year university degree in wildlife conservation or conservation biodiversity;
·      Having at least 10 year experiences in conducting/supervising wildlife conservation/trade related surveys, studies including on enforcement, awareness campaigns, etc;
·      Strong technical background in wildlife conservation, as demonstrated by authored articles in peer- reviewed international journals;
·      In-depth knowledge and understanding of wildlife and biodiversity conservation in Vietnam and South East Asia context;
·      Excellent research and writing skills;
·      Excellent analytical and organizational skills, good inter-personal, communication and team building skills;
·      Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships; demonstrated ability to work independently;
·      Ability to manage priorities and workload within general schedule of work, instructions and standardized practices, and maintain composure under pressure;
·      Full competence with computer skills (Word; Excel; Outlook Express; PowerPoint; etc.);
·      Currently work in wildlife/biodiversity/forestry fields in Vietnam would be an advantage.



5. Reporting:
The consultant will report on a weekly and monthly basis to the Project Director/Deputy Directors/Manager/Coordinator with copies and documentation in English language to relevant stakeholders/donors if requested.

6. Application
Interested candidates can send the Cover letter and CV to Ms. Nguyen Thi Nhung at ntnhung.wlc@gmail.com or contact us at +844 37955471 for any question.
Deadline for application: April 15, 2013