Zoo Jobs: Senior Manager - Animal Care and Welfare

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Senior Manager - Animal Care and Welfare

Senior Manager - Animal Care and Welfare

Ski Dubai is looking for a Senior Manager - Animal Care and Welfare for their successful educational project in United Arab Emirates.

Working closely with the Head of Animal Care & Welfare, and Senior Animal Care Specialists, the Senior Manager is responsible for managing and working alongside staff, managing operations, and directing the penguin training program while maintaining high quality animal care and guest experiences.

Key Tasks:

· Ensure responsible health protocol and daily maintenance of penguins
· Oversee daily cleaning of exhibit
· Oversee proper air and water quality
· Oversee proper light cycles
· Proficient in identification of animal behavioral problems/concerns with solutions to alleviate such concerns
· Assist and perform any veterinary procedures when required
· Expert knowledge and experience in effective training techniques, applications, and tools
· Ensure high-end show quality animal presentations
· Ensure a high standard training and enrichment program
· Monitor and advise staff during penguin breeding season
· Oversee records for each bird
· Performs other duties as required
· Drive and oversee the Snow Penguin accreditation process

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Zoology, related field, or equivalent experience
· 7-10 years of training experience, preferably with marine animals
· 5-10 years in a managerial role in the zoo and aquarium industry
· Familiar with Word, Excel, Publisher, and animal record keeping systems
· Ability to prepare and present professional PowerPoint presentations
· Solid background in theater or public speaking

Key Competencies:

· The know-how and experience of maintaining an animal population
· Previous experience in staff supervision and team dynamics
· Staff development.
· Communication between departments and facilities
· Water/air quality analytical equipment
· Experience in egg Incubation and chick rearing

Typical Physical Demands:

· Be able to lift 25kg to shoulder height
· Carry materials, transport boxes, buckets, etc. throughout the facility
· Standing, walking, and working for long periods in a very cold environment.

If interested in this position, please forward your CV along with cover letter and a recent photo to: Sarah.Pillay@maf.co.ae

Applications Close 30^th May 2022

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