WOW! Gorilla Outreach Officer

Fixed term position until 31st August 2011
Salary Range £16,750 - £17,500 per annum (pro-rata for months worked)

Our Learning Department requires a full-time Outreach Officer to deliver our WOW! Gorilla programme to schools, businesses and community groups.

You will be required to provide and coordinate an outreach and support service to all schools, community groups and businesses that sponsor/buy a gorilla sculpture as part of the WOW! Gorilla programme. Background information on this programme can be found on our website http://www.bristolzoo.org.uk/

The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, wildlife and conservation knowledge with the enthusiasm to share this with others. You must be able to work independently and as part of a team and be flexible and able to work under pressure. Basic ICT skills are essential.

For details on how to apply and a copy of the job description, person specification and the application form please visit http://www.bristolzoo.org.uk/

Closing date for applications is 3.00 pm on Monday 24th January 2011, postal applications only; we will not be accepting any by email.

Please ensure that you pay sufficient postage and that your envelope is clearly marked ‘WGO application’.

Bristol Zoo Gardens is a registered conservation and education charity.

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Chester Zoo - Senior Keeper Herpetology

SENIOR KEEPER

HERPETOLOGY

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

We currently have a vacancy for a Herpetology Senior Keeper to join a busy and diverse section committed to advancing all aspects of zoo-based herpetological practice. The successful candidate will supervise and work alongside keepers to undertake the daily animal care duties, focussing on welfare, hygiene and life support.
They will ensure that all exhibits are of an excellent standard for both animals and visitors alike, and provide outstanding customer care.

The successful candidate will have considerable experience of working in a zoo/aquarium with a diverse reptile and amphibian collection and must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of herpetological husbandry, exhibition, diet and reproduction. They will be qualified to first degree level in a biological related science or equivalent practical experience and have a thorough understanding of the contribution ex situ populations of animals can make to education, science and conservation. The successful candidate will have outstanding observational skills, attention to detail and proven track-record of delivering the highest standards of husbandry and exhibitry. They will be skilled in the natural and artificial theming of exhibits. They will be competent in Microsoft Office packages. They will be able to manage and prioritise a
diverse workload and have organising and problem solving skills. The successful candidate will have experience of supervising a team and working as a member of a team.

Knowledge of ISIS ARKS is desirable. Experience in conducting and publishing scientific research and working in field conservation programmes are desirable.

Salary is £17,166 initially, rising to £19,073 after satisfactory completion of the 6
month probationary period.

For further details about this role and how to apply please see http://www.chesterzoo.org/

Closing date for applications is 10th September 2010.

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Blue Macaw Captive Coordinator

Application Information for the Position of Blue Macaw Captive Coordinator 23.03.2010

 

General Information:

Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation is Sheikh Saoud Al Thani’s private breeding centre for threatened animals and is not open to the public. Since January 2000, he introduced a completely new management team. Now, it’s keeping approximately 2000 animals (about 100 amphibians/reptiles; 500 birds; 1,400 mammals) of 90 different species. An international team of veterinarians, curators, biologists and keepers (around 42 staff) runs the preservation.



Job Description for the position as a Blue Macaw Co-ordinator:

 Daily “hands-on” management of all the Spix’s, Lear’s and Hyacinth Macaws including feeding/food preparation and hygiene management. Daily observation of behaviour and health status, written documentation and reporting to the director.

 Enclosure maintenance, monitor; construction-work, surveillance cameras, prepare cages and nest boxes routinely.

 Egg management, monitor artificial incubation and hand-rearing of Blue Macaw chicks.

 Contribute to guidelines, protocols and proposals for procedures, schedules and action plans.

 Organize the daily routines and personnel on the section including work and feeding schedules.

 Seasonally flexible working hours (feeding chicks around the clock if necessary).

 Collect data on the birds, and fill in data to computer programs.



Applicants for the position must fulfil the following requirements:

- Have a high interest in nature and wildlife especially birds

- Significant experience with keeping and rearing parrots, especially Macaws.

- Experience in hand-rearing of Macaws

- Basic computer skill, Word and Excel

- Oral and written English skills

- Ability to work with a highly motivated team, as well as to work independently

- Patient and sensitive to the animal’s needs

- Flexibility and good organizational skills

- Driving licence

To ascertain the suitability of your qualification and background, please answer the following questions, it’s not necessary to provide a positive answer always:

1. Describe your previous work experience. What benefits or skills have you gained or problems you have had?, also in non bird related jobs.

2. Describe your experiences with parrots, including how long and which species you’ve worked with.

3. Have you ever worked with brooders or incubators? When would you remove eggs for incubation?

4. How do you describe your relation to nature and wildlife? Is it OK to keep animals in captivity? Why?

5. Are you experienced in handling sick birds? How do you determine if a bird is sick?

6. What characteristics do you have which should convince us to hire you?

7. Are you experienced in computer programs? If yes, in which programs?

8. Do you have experience in office works, especially record keeping?

9. What are your professional targets and what do you expect from working in Qatar?

10. How much salary would you expect? How much salary you get from your previous job?


Working conditions:

Accommodation is free at the preservation, television also electricity and water. Twenty eight days holiday per year, with no additional options for regular leave abroad. One paid flight-ticket to “home-airport” each year. Working hours are flexible depending on the season. We will offer a two year contract with an initial probationary period. Salary and Contract will be discussed after more application details are known.

Please submit your CV and your answers to the above questions. This position need to be filled with a skilled person due to the importance of breeding success.



Best Regards.

Ryan Watson
Blue Macaw Coordinator
P.O. Box 44069, Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation, Doha, State of Qatar

Tel: +974 4718708 Fax: +974 4718707

awwp.spix@alwabra.com
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Team Leader Chimpanzee Complex - Stichting AAP

Team Leader Chimpanzee Complex - Stichting AAP

At Stichting AAP, we give shape to our ideals in a professional way: improve the well being of abused or turned down exotic monkeys and small to medium mammals from Europe. We do this by taking care of animals that come from illegal trade, circuses, laboratories or private individuals. For most animals we worldwide look for the right replacement address in reserves, zoos or in our own permanent sanctuary in the South of Spain.

On the other hand, AAP works on avoiding well being problems by active influence through policymakers and deciders on this subject, as well as in the Netherlands as in Europe. We take an active role and on a strategic level, in cooperation with professional organizations at home and abroad. AAP is also an international authoritative knowledge centre.

We employ around 70 people and may count on the same number of volunteers. We have our seat on a large and modern location, in the middle of a green area close to Almere. Nowhere else can you see the result of your work so directly: every animal under our care is recovering. You will have a close, professional group of colleagues: from animal carers to fund raisers, we all have the same idealistic ideas.

For the Rescue and Rehabilitaion Group we are looking for a

Team Leader Chimpanzee Complex m/f

(38 hours)

The Chimpanzee Complex consists of three departments:

1) A permanent lifetime-care-centre for ex lab chimpanzees that are infected with HIV, SIV and Hepatitis C. These chimpanzees are not sick but potentially infectious and therefore require special care;
2) A chimpanzee quarantine for newly arrived animals from poor conditions all over Europe;
3) A chimpanzee resocialisation unit, temporary intensive care where newly arrived chimpanzees will learn to live in a group again. When the chimpanzees live in stable social groups they will move to other permanent facilities.

Your role

In this challenging and interesting job your are responsible for this unique department. As teamleader you will participate in the daily care of the chimpanzees, including feeding and cleaning cages. However the majority of your time you will be managing and directing the animal care staff (partly english speaking) and dealing with animal care administration. In cooperation with a team of specialists (veterinarian staff and ethologists) and your assistant team leader your are responsible for the well-being of both; chimpanzees and 11 caregivers in your department. Due to the nature and health status of the chimpanzees strict hygiene and safety protocols are in order and must be adhered to at all times.

Your baggage

Feeling for the goals of AAP and for the non-profit sector

* a relevant college degree at MBO+ level as animal care taker or 4 years relevant working experience

* you have minimal one year experience in the field of working with primates, including chimpanzees

* we preference knowlegde of Article 12 (Law concerning Animal Experimantation) * you speak fluently English and Dutch also in writing

* you are an experienced team leader, good in communicating and motivating

* you are a real team player, and strong as a coach for your team

* you are able to work under stress and take initiative to solve problems

* you are capable of working according to strict protocols

* you are organised, critical, flexible and concerned about quality

* you have basic computer skills (Word, Outlook, Excel etc.)

* you are physically fit and willing to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.

Our offer

We offer a job with a lot of responsibilities in an open, international, professional organisation in a natural environment where animals and humans are at the centre. Your commencing salary depending on age and experience, will be in the range of € 2.002 and € 2.200 (gross, based on 40 hours), with a yearly career development possibility. Check our website for further information and our terms of employment and atmosphere: http://www.aap.nl/

Learn more or apply directly
For further information, call Elly Koppers, Human Resources Coordinator, tel. +31 (0)36 523 87 87. Send your application letter and CV before 25-11-2009 mentioning number 2009-10-ORTLCC, preferably by email to elly.koppers@aap.nl or by mail to Stichting AAP, Kemphaanpad 1, Postbus 50313, 1305 AH Almere, the Netherlands, attn. Elly Koppers, Human Resources Coordinator.

The interviews are planned in week 49.

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DEPUTY TEAM LEADER

DEPUTY TEAM LEADER
£25,050 pa
Based at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo

The Zoological Society of London has a vacancy for a Deputy Team Leader on the Africa region based at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo.

This position will play an integral part in the management and development of the Africa region.

You will have:

§ a degree in a relevant biological subject, the City of Guilds Diploma in Zoo Animal Management or equivalent
§ significant stock experience
§ proven supervisory and interpersonal skills
§ clear and effective oral and written communication skills
§ good computer skills

In return we offer a non-contributory pension scheme, life assurance, child care voucher scheme, training and development. Uniform will be provided and single accommodation is also available if required.

Please send your CV with a covering letter detailing your suitability for the position to HR Department, ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, Whipsnade, Nr Dunstable, Beds. LU6 2LF or email hr@zsl.org. A Job Description can be found on our web site (http://www.zsl.org/)

Closing date for all applications: Friday 11 September 2009