Animal Welfare Advisor

Animal Welfare Advisor – Fixed term

Join our vibrant organisation!

As an action oriented conservation charity, Marwell Wildlife’s desire is to connect people with nature. Through enthusing people about the wonders of the natural world we’re certain they’ll share our passion to conserve it. Our success relies on two key things. The impression we create through our 140 acre zoological park, Marwell Zoo, with its wide array of exotic and endangered species and the family of talented people we employ who share our passion and bring our vision to life.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Animal Welfare Advisor to join our Veterinary Team on a fixed term basis, providing maternity leave cover for up to one year. This is a full time post working 40 hours per week.

The successful candidate will continue the development of animal welfare monitoring at Marwell Zoo, use the latest scientific evidence to maintain the highest standards of welfare, as well as providing day-to-day animal nutrition advice. They will also play an integral role in ensuring the efficient transfer of animals between zoological institutions and compliance with relevant legislation. This role also supports the training and development of staff and higher education students, including the supervision of project work carried out at the zoo.

The successful candidate will have a Degree or equivalent in Animal Science or another applicable discipline. A comprehensive knowledge of all taxonomic groups is essential as is experience with nutritional analysis of diets and their formulation.

Applicants must have clear and effective communication skills and be highly organised with the ability to meet numerous demands working to tight deadlines. Applicants must be IT literate with good Word and Excel skills.

In return we will offer you support, training and continued professional development, not to mention a fantastic working environment! You can also expect free entry to the park and great event discounts.

If you would like to join our unique and vibrant organisation and become part of our Marwell Family, please visit our website, marwell.org.uk for a full candidate brief and our application form. This application form must be completed for you to be considered for this role.

Closing Date: 8th September 2016

Successful applicants for vacancies with Marwell Wildlife may be required to have a DBS check as a condition of employment.

Marwell Wildlife is an equal opportunities employer.

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

Peter Dickinson Independent International Zoo Consultant +971 50 4787 122 | elvinhow@gmail.com | Skype: peter.dickinson48

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EAZA Animal Welfare Training Officer

EAZA Animal Welfare Training Officer

Amsterdam,  The Netherlands

 
The European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) have received funding from Fondation Segré to employ an Animal Welfare Training Officer.  This post is for an experienced candidate with a proven track record in animal welfare and enrichment, as well as strong skills in communication and education.  The successful candidate will be based in Amsterdam, and expected to travel across Europe to provide training and liaise with governing authorities dealing with animal welfare in zoos and aquariums.
 
The position of EAZA Animal Welfare Training Officer is initially for a fixed two year contract period with the option to extend. He/she will work for the Communications and Membership department under the auspices of the EAZA Academy department and reports to the EAZA Academy Manager.  The EAZA Animal Welfare Training Officer’s main role is assisting EAZA member institutions in achieving the highest possible standards in animal welfare.  In addition this role will extend the outreach work that EAZA already undertakes via the Academy and the Technical Assistance Committee to non-member zoos.

EAZA WEBSITE

 
EAZA, the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria, represents and links more than 346 zoos, aquariums, national federations and other organisations in 41 countries. In addition to furthering the professional standards of our members with regard to the care and accommodation of the animals kept in their collections, EAZA also facilitates cooperation in our key mission areas of conservation, education and research. More than 140 million people visit EAZA members each year. In 2011 the EAZA Academy was founded and supports the training activities of the association.
 
Applications should include a covering letter and a full CV with references. All applications are to be sent via email, by Friday 7th February 2014, to Myfanwy Griffith (EAZA Academy Manager) myfanwy.griffith@eaza.net 

Application Deadline 7th February

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Veterinary Doctor - Munda Wanga Trust

Munda Wanga Trust

Veterinary Doctor

In collaboration with:
Fred Hengeveld (Manager)
Mumbi Chali (Assistant Manager)

Animal Keepers (Raphael Mutolwa, Robert Mapalanga, Friday Phiri, Geoff Simokonda, Kingsley Mudomwa, Harrison Tembo, Emmanuel Njovu and Paul Jere)

Veterinary Advisors
Dr Liza Oparacha (Showgrounds Vet Clinic)
Dr Ian Parson (Matobo Vet Clinic)
Dr Noleen Parson (Matobo Vet Clinic)
Dr Aron Mweene (University of Zambia – Vet School)
Dr Boniface Namangala (University of Zambia – Vet School)

The Veterinary Doctor is required to oversee the development of the veterinary care programme at the Wildlife Sanctuary and to ensure that the welfare of the animals remains highest priority. The veterinary doctor will work closely with the managers, veterinary advisors, animal keepers and veterinary students. The Veterinary doctor is aware of the role that Munda Wanga plays in environmental education in Zambia, in animal welfare and husbandry education and in animal conservation in Zambia.

Overall Aims of doctor

1. Day to day running of the Veterinary Clinic.

2. Prepare veterinary protocol manuals for all animals in quarantine, ready for release or those that are at the Munda Wanga for long term care.

3. Training of all animal keepers and a veterinary students from University of Zambia.

4. Oversee diet and feeding regimes for all animals at Munda Wanga.

5. Develop and implement the protocol for all new arrivals, injuries, vaccinations, bottle feeding and other issues that arise.

6. Assist with maintaining animal record database in good standing according to PAZAAB and ISIS standards.

7. Have input into the release of animals back to the wild with regards veterinary procedures.

8. Assist management with improving the management systems at Munda Wanga and ensure that protocols and systems are implemented and targets are achieved.

General Operations
The Veterinary Doctor shall ensure that;
• All the animals receive the care and attention they require.
• That all animal records be appropriately maintained.
• The animal section of the Munda Wanga runs as per the Munda Wanga’s veterinary protocols (once fully developed).

• All new arrivals are vaccinated and health screened.
• Maintain all animal records, ensuring that all new arrivals receive ‘record sheets’ and that such sheets remain regularly updated. According to PAZAAB and ISIS regulations.
• All the Munda Wanga’s animals are inspected daily alongside animal keepers.
• The daily feeding and cleaning operations alongside animal keepers are overseen.
• All sick and injured animals receive the required medication.
• All veterinary testing of the Munda Wanga’s animals, e.g. stool and blood are taken when required.
• That post mortems are carried out when required to identify causes of death
• All animals in long term care are routinely tested and vaccinated as per Munda Wanga veterinary protocol.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Munda Wanga’s animal welfare protocols, to ensure that the Munda Wanga maintains a high standard of animal welfare practice.

Animal Keepers
The Veterinary Doctor shall ensure:
• All hand-reared orphans that may arrive at the Munda Wanga are well looked after with regards both their physical and mental health.
• Daily records are professionally maintained for any orphan with regards their feeding, behaviour and weight.
• All animal keepers are trained to do medical checks every morning during their morning round and that they report to the head keeper and veterinary doctor if anything is wrong.

Veterinary Clinic
The Veterinary Doctor shall ensure that:
• The veterinary clinic is operational and can cater for basic operations.
• Relations with the University Vet School are maintained and that the students coming for practical training are supervised.

Reporting
The Veterinary Manager shall ensure:
• That any serious injuries or illnesses to any animal be reported to management immediately, allowing for adequate and quick follow up.
• All veterinary care carried out must be suitably recorded for future use.
• That all records and reports are well catalogued and that any monthly reporting to Management is achieved, in a timely manner. That an easy to use database be established to allow easy access to veterinary records.

P.O. Box 350068
Chilanga, Zambia
Reception: +260 (0)21 1278 614
Accounts: +260 (0)97 7790 883
Main Office: +260 (0)21 1278 529
E-mail: mundawanga@iconnect.zm

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