Showing posts with label Chengdu. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chengdu. Show all posts

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

SENIOR TRAINING VETERINARIAN – CHINA

 


SENIOR TRAINING VETERINARIAN – CHINA

 

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Training Veterinarian

We are seeking a dynamic individual for the unique role of Senior Training Veterinarian to join our team at the Chengdu Bear Rescue Centre (CBRC), China. This is an exciting new position that will involve the ongoing development and implementation of a 12 month training programme aimed at improving the education and skills of Chinese veterinarians.

The Senior Training Veterinarian will head up a small team responsible for the delivery of quality veterinary education to experienced and newly graduated vets. The position will involve a range of collaborations and the successful applicant will be required to build upon established working relationships as well as develop new collaborations and opportunities for the training programme. The successful applicant will be required to work with experienced veterinary nurses, specialists and veterinarians both in China and internationally in order to deliver a well rounded training programme. Approved applicants will be required to travel within Asia and participate in outreach and training projects.

The position will involve development of a small animal teaching hospital, as well as overseeing of expenditure of donated funds for this project. Potential applicants must be fluent in English or bilingual (English and Mandarin), have a minimum of 10 years clinical experience, as well as a passion and commitment to education. Experience in education and teaching is desired but not essential. 

Requirements

  • At least 10 years work experience as a clinical veterinarian
  • Excellent English speaking skills
  • Ability to work sole-charge and manage a small team for the purposes of veterinary training
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to live and work closely with a team comprising both foreign and local staff
  • Strong interest in veterinary education
  • A solid understanding of animal welfare and an ability to apply principles of welfare to day to day management and decision making
  • Suitable candidates must be able to commit for a minimum of 1 year

Appointment is full-time, five (5) days a week with some weekend work applicable.

 

How to apply

Interested parties please forward your cover letter (stating the applied position), CV and completed Job Application form to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Personal data collected will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purpose.

Closing Date: Open application at the discretion of Animals Asia Foundation

 



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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Bear Team Manager

 


Bear Team Manager

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Chengdu Bear Rescue Centre – CHINA

 

Our family in China has the need for another Bear Team Manager to join us as we continue our mission of providing world-class care to 145 bears. This is an exciting opportunity for the right person who will work alongside our one other Bear Team Manager and Senior Bear Team Manager. A highly motivated, experienced, and dedicated animal professional is required to work with rescued Asiatic black bears, Tibetan brown bears and a Tibetan macaque at our Chengdu Bear Rescue Centre in Sichuan Province, China.

 

The position holder will work as part of our Bear & Vet Team and will be responsible for overseeing teams of local bear care staff involved in the daily husbandry and management of the bears within the rescue centre. The position involves working closely with Bear Team Supervisors (via our Translator team) and liaising with the resident veterinary team to manage various daily operations. The Bear Team Manager will report directly to the Senior Bear Team Manager.

 

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in travel bans and restrictions into China and therefore it is unclear when the selected candidate can safely enter China. Any candidates would need to have a flexible starting date.

 

Due to Chinese visa requirements, a university degree in a relevant field and proven practical experience of 3 to 5 years are essential for this position. 

 

Responsibilities

§  Co-coordinating various daily operations:

o   Animal care and management;

o   Maintenance and adjustment of existing enrichment programmes;

o   Ordering animal food and other stock as required;

o   Supervising volunteers;

o   Maintaining bear behavior records & databases.

 

§  Preparing short reports for social media, supporters, or other recipients as required.

§  Operant conditioning and formal bear training programmes (in collaboration with the Senior Bear Team Manager) for a variety of medical, behavioural and management requirements.

§  Human resources:

o   Staff evaluations;

o   Ensuring morale is maintained within bear care staff;

o   Identifying and addressing HR issues with the Bear & Vet Team Director.

 

Requirements

§  University degree in zoology, biology, conservation, animal behaviour or related field;

§  Three to five years work experience in a captive wild animal facility or similar working environment;

§  Computer literacy, including Excel;

§  Willingness to travel and work offsite or between sites as required;

§  Strong management skills and the ability to work within a team or independently ;

§  Fluent in English (verbal & written);

§  A good sense of humor, excellent communication skills, and the ability to live and work closely with the rest of the team comprising of both foreign and local staff;

§  Patience and willingness to work in a different country/culture.

 

Suitable candidates must be able to commit for a minimum of 2 years.

Appointment is paid, full-time, five days a week with (rotational) weekend/holiday work.

 

The following items are included in your full-time contract

On-site accommodation   (individual room with communal living space and kitchen) 

Relocation assistance                               

Emergency medical insurance

Paid holidays

 

How to apply

Interested parties please forward PDF versions of your cover letter (stating the applied position), CV and your completed JobApplication form to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org

 

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interviews.

 

For more information please visit our website www.animalsasia.org

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.  Personal data collected will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

 

 

Closing date: open-ended




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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant

Thursday, January 31, 2019

Bear Manager


THIS POST HAS BEEN FILLED
Bear Manager

Bear Manager - Chengdu Bear Rescue Centre – CHINA

The restructuring of our staff in China has created the need for another Bear Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right person and will work alongside our 2 other Bear Managers. A highly motivated, experienced, and dedicated animal professional is required to work with rescued Asiatic black bears, Tibetan brown bears and Tibetan macaques at our Chengdu Bear Rescue Centre in Sichuan Province, China.

The position holder will work as part of our Bear & Vet Team and will be responsible for overseeing teams of local bear care staff involved in the daily husbandry and management of the bears within the rescue centre. The position also involves working closely with Bear Team Supervisors and liaising with the resident veterinary team to manage various daily operations. The Bear Manager will report directly to the Bear & Vet Team Director.


Due to Chinese visa requirements, a university degree in a relevant field and proven practical experience of 3 to 5 years are essential for this position. 


Responsibilities
  • Co-coordinating various daily operations:
    • Animal care and management;
    • Maintenance and adjustment of existing enrichment programs;
    • Ordering animal food and other stock as required;
    • Supervising volunteers;
    • Maintaining bear behavior records & databases.

  • Preparing short reports for social media, supporters, or other recipients as required.
  • Operant conditioning and formal bear training programmes for a variety of medical, behavioural and management requirements.
  • Human resources:
    • Staff evaluations;
    • Ensuring morale is maintained within bear care staff;
    • Identifying and addressing HR issues with the Bear & Vet Team Director.

Requirements
§  University degree in zoology, biology, conservation, animal behaviour or related field
§  Three to five years work experience in a captive wild animal facility or similar working environment
§  Computer literacy, including Excel
§  Willingness to travel and work offsite or between sites as required
§  Strong management skills and the ability to work within a team or independently
§  Fluent in English (verbal & written)
§  A good sense of humor, excellent communication skills, and the ability to live and work closely with the rest of the team comprising of both foreign and local staff.
§  Patience and willingness to work in a different country/culture are essential

Suitable candidates must be able to commit for a minimum of 2 years.
Appointment is paid, full-time, five days a week with (rotational) weekend work.

The following items are included in your full-time contract
On-site accommodation               
Relocation assistance                                   
Emergency medical insurance
Paid holidays

How to apply
Interested parties please forward your cover letter (stating the applied position), CV and your completed Job Application form to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

For more information please visit our website www.animalsasia.org

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.  Personal data collected will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.


Closing date: Open application at the discretion of Animals Asia Foundation.














Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant