CURATOR OF MAMMALS - CHESTER ZOO
The North of England Zoological Society is one of the leading zoological collections in Europe with an international reputation for achieving its mission in conservation, research and education.
We are currently recruiting for a suitably experienced and qualified Curator of Mammals to join our management team at Chester Zoo. This position will report to the Head of Zoo Programmes and will be responsible for the overall organisation and management of our mammal collection and staff.
In line with the Society’s strategic objectives, the role will involve implementation and progression of the animal collection plan; exhibit design and development; the efficient management of resources; staff leadership and development; and assisting in the expansion of the zoo’s conservation and research activities in the UK and abroad.
There will be an emphasis on coaching of individuals, team building and a ‘hands-on’ operational approach. This is not a desk-based position.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record in the operational management of a mammal collection, a diverse and comprehensive knowledge of mammal husbandry and breeding. Due to the incremental nature of experience and knowledge required covering animal husbandry, operational and people management, it is unlikely that candidates who have worked for less than five years at a management/supervisory level will be suitable.
Applications should be made in writing, enclosing a current CV and stating current salary or salary expectation to Jayne Quinn, Head of Personnel, Chester Zoo, Caughall Road, Upton-by-Chester, Chester CH2 1LH
(email j.quinn@chesterzoo.org). Enquiries can be made to the Head of Zoo Programmes, Kevin Buley (k.buley@chesterzoo.org).
Closing date for applications is 31st August 2009.
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Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
Primate re-introduction manager in Central Vietnam
Primate re-introduction manager in Central Vietnam
The Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Central Vietnam is known for its impressive karst landscape and complex geomorphic features and has been recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2003. The park is also home to an outstanding wildlife and presents an important stronghold for Hatinh Langurs (Trachypithecus hatinhensis) and Red-shanked Douc Langurs (Pygathrix nemaeus), both species endemic to Vietnam and Laos and listed as endangered by the IUCN.
In 2005 Frankfurt Zoological Society and Cologne Zoo in cooperation with the PNKB Park authorities started a re-stocking project for Hatinh and Douc Langurs. The aim is to strengthen the scattered wild population and to develop the Hatinh Langur to a conservation flagship of the area. A semi-wild enclosure of 20 ha was built at the park’s border and so far 8 Hatinh Langurs have been transferred from the Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC) in Northern Vietnam. Their adaptation has been observed and the individuals been radio-tracked. In addition, primate field surveys and support of the ranger work were carried out. “Primate Scouts” have been trained to observe and protect released as well as the freeranging
animals. The next steps include the final release and the post-release monitoring of the current
Hatinh Langur group and the transfer, training and release of other groups from the EPRC.
For the implementation of this new exciting project phase FZS and CZ are now seeking a
project manager starting October 1, 2009.
Under the supervision of the FZS and CZ and working alongside other members of the FZS and CZ team in Vietnam, you will be responsible for
General project management, administration, accounting, and reporting
Supervision and maintenance of the semi wild enclosure
Coordination of primate transfer from the EPRC in Northern Vietnam
Supervising the adaptation time in the enclosure
Developing and implementing the final release in the park area
Coordinating primate surveys in the park and its environment
Ranger training in cooperation with the park authorities
Assist the park to develop an education and awareness program
Supporting the public relation offices in Frankfurt and Cologne
Cooperating with national and international NGOs as well as with local authorities
Requirements
- University degree (biology, forestry, agriculture, natural resource management)
- Previous experience in international conservation work
- Faunistic field experience, in particular with mammals
- Experience in project planning, management, and fund-raising
- Practical project and office management, administration and financial skills
- Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic communication skills
- Good craftsmanship and technical skills
- Physically fit to conduct field work
- Driver’s license (car and motorbike)
- Excellent written and spoken English
- German language skills are preferred but are not obligatory
An initial contract of one year will be offered, subject to a three-month probation period, however, potential candidates should ideally be considering a longer-term commitment. The contract will be offered on a “freelance work” basis.
Frankfurt Zoological Society has been working for the conservation of primates and their habitats in Vietnam since 1991 and helped to establish the EPRC. For more information on the Society, please visit the website at www.fzs.org Cologne Zoo has been working in the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National park since 1999 and has been focusing on surveys and biodiversity research, wildlife rescue and forest protection.
For more information please visit the website www.koelnerzoo.de
Applications including a letter of interest, a CV, references and desired salary should be sent
electronically to muellner@zgf.de and pagel@koelnerzoo.de no later than July 15.
Please quote “PNKB re-introduction project” in the subject line and attach the documents as separate attachments in pdf format, not in the body of the email. No telephone inquiries please.
Please visit Zoo News Digest at: http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/
The Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Central Vietnam is known for its impressive karst landscape and complex geomorphic features and has been recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2003. The park is also home to an outstanding wildlife and presents an important stronghold for Hatinh Langurs (Trachypithecus hatinhensis) and Red-shanked Douc Langurs (Pygathrix nemaeus), both species endemic to Vietnam and Laos and listed as endangered by the IUCN.
In 2005 Frankfurt Zoological Society and Cologne Zoo in cooperation with the PNKB Park authorities started a re-stocking project for Hatinh and Douc Langurs. The aim is to strengthen the scattered wild population and to develop the Hatinh Langur to a conservation flagship of the area. A semi-wild enclosure of 20 ha was built at the park’s border and so far 8 Hatinh Langurs have been transferred from the Endangered Primate Rescue Center (EPRC) in Northern Vietnam. Their adaptation has been observed and the individuals been radio-tracked. In addition, primate field surveys and support of the ranger work were carried out. “Primate Scouts” have been trained to observe and protect released as well as the freeranging
animals. The next steps include the final release and the post-release monitoring of the current
Hatinh Langur group and the transfer, training and release of other groups from the EPRC.
For the implementation of this new exciting project phase FZS and CZ are now seeking a
project manager starting October 1, 2009.
Under the supervision of the FZS and CZ and working alongside other members of the FZS and CZ team in Vietnam, you will be responsible for
General project management, administration, accounting, and reporting
Supervision and maintenance of the semi wild enclosure
Coordination of primate transfer from the EPRC in Northern Vietnam
Supervising the adaptation time in the enclosure
Developing and implementing the final release in the park area
Coordinating primate surveys in the park and its environment
Ranger training in cooperation with the park authorities
Assist the park to develop an education and awareness program
Supporting the public relation offices in Frankfurt and Cologne
Cooperating with national and international NGOs as well as with local authorities
Requirements
- University degree (biology, forestry, agriculture, natural resource management)
- Previous experience in international conservation work
- Faunistic field experience, in particular with mammals
- Experience in project planning, management, and fund-raising
- Practical project and office management, administration and financial skills
- Excellent interpersonal and diplomatic communication skills
- Good craftsmanship and technical skills
- Physically fit to conduct field work
- Driver’s license (car and motorbike)
- Excellent written and spoken English
- German language skills are preferred but are not obligatory
An initial contract of one year will be offered, subject to a three-month probation period, however, potential candidates should ideally be considering a longer-term commitment. The contract will be offered on a “freelance work” basis.
Frankfurt Zoological Society has been working for the conservation of primates and their habitats in Vietnam since 1991 and helped to establish the EPRC. For more information on the Society, please visit the website at www.fzs.org Cologne Zoo has been working in the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National park since 1999 and has been focusing on surveys and biodiversity research, wildlife rescue and forest protection.
For more information please visit the website www.koelnerzoo.de
Applications including a letter of interest, a CV, references and desired salary should be sent
electronically to muellner@zgf.de and pagel@koelnerzoo.de no later than July 15.
Please quote “PNKB re-introduction project” in the subject line and attach the documents as separate attachments in pdf format, not in the body of the email. No telephone inquiries please.
Please visit Zoo News Digest at: http://zoonewsdigest.blogspot.com/
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Presentations Manager – Bristol Zoo
Presentations Manager – Bristol Zoo
salary range £20,000 - £22,000 per annum
A vacancy has arisen for a Presentations Manager to lead Bristol Zoo’s Presentations Team within the Learning Department. The successful applicant will have considerable experience in animal husbandry, animal training and presentations skills, as well as proven leadership ability. The Presentations Section develops and delivers the animal demonstrations and enclosure presentations as well as staffing the walkthrough exhibits, husbanding and training the Section’s animals and advising the Animal Department on husbandry training. Experience with seal husbandry would also be a great advantage.
Full details including job description, person specification and application form are available at www.bristolzoo.org.uk.
To apply for this position please return the completed application form, recruitment monitoring form and current CV by 3.00 pm on Thursday, 26th February 2009 to Mrs Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Assistant, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA. Please clearly mark your envelope ‘PM Application’. Email applications will not be accepted.
For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com
Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post
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salary range £20,000 - £22,000 per annum
A vacancy has arisen for a Presentations Manager to lead Bristol Zoo’s Presentations Team within the Learning Department. The successful applicant will have considerable experience in animal husbandry, animal training and presentations skills, as well as proven leadership ability. The Presentations Section develops and delivers the animal demonstrations and enclosure presentations as well as staffing the walkthrough exhibits, husbanding and training the Section’s animals and advising the Animal Department on husbandry training. Experience with seal husbandry would also be a great advantage.
Full details including job description, person specification and application form are available at www.bristolzoo.org.uk.
To apply for this position please return the completed application form, recruitment monitoring form and current CV by 3.00 pm on Thursday, 26th February 2009 to Mrs Sarah Eason, Payroll/HR Assistant, Bristol Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA. Please clearly mark your envelope ‘PM Application’. Email applications will not be accepted.
For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com
Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post
http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html
http://hubpages.com/_13rz0ikcd0g1v/profile/Peter+Dickinson
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Blackpool Zoo - COMMERCIAL/ HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER
Blackpool Zoo - COMMERCIAL/ HEALTH & SAFETY MANAGER
Salary range: £26,000 - £29,500 per annum
+ Performance related bonus and benefits.
Blackpool Zoo is one of the UK’s most established medium sized zoos, and in recent years the zoo has gone through a rapid modernisation and development process.
The Zoo is operated by Parques Reunidos, one of Europe’s largest leisure and attraction operators which specialises in the tourism/leisure sector. Parques Reunidos currently operates 67 parks around the world and attracts over 21 million visitors annually.
We are currently seeking a Commercial/Health & Safety Manager, dedicated to giving our visitor’s a great day out. Reporting to the Zoo Director on a day-to-day basis you will be part of the senior management team, with a remit to develop; exploit and manage all secondary spend opportunities.
Another key component of this position is related to the Health and Safety requirements of the business. The successful candidate will have knowledge of current health and safety legislation and experience of its practical application in a multi-disciplinary organisation. You must have proven experience and the relevant qualifications required to deliver in this area.
You will be an experienced senior leisure professional, an accomplished and experienced team leader, combining strategic and business awareness with the ability to influence and collaborate across the whole organisation. You will understand leisure best practice in the UK and or Europe and have delivered steady growth and innovative commercial developments, IT literacy, planning and presentation skills are essential.
Closing date 7th February 2009
Please send a detailed CV and covering letter explaining why you wish to be considered for this post to Mrs Anita Bubbins, Personnel Manager, Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire. FY3 8PP or by email to anita.bubbins@blackpoolzoo.org.uk
For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com
Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post
http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html
Salary range: £26,000 - £29,500 per annum
+ Performance related bonus and benefits.
Blackpool Zoo is one of the UK’s most established medium sized zoos, and in recent years the zoo has gone through a rapid modernisation and development process.
The Zoo is operated by Parques Reunidos, one of Europe’s largest leisure and attraction operators which specialises in the tourism/leisure sector. Parques Reunidos currently operates 67 parks around the world and attracts over 21 million visitors annually.
We are currently seeking a Commercial/Health & Safety Manager, dedicated to giving our visitor’s a great day out. Reporting to the Zoo Director on a day-to-day basis you will be part of the senior management team, with a remit to develop; exploit and manage all secondary spend opportunities.
Another key component of this position is related to the Health and Safety requirements of the business. The successful candidate will have knowledge of current health and safety legislation and experience of its practical application in a multi-disciplinary organisation. You must have proven experience and the relevant qualifications required to deliver in this area.
You will be an experienced senior leisure professional, an accomplished and experienced team leader, combining strategic and business awareness with the ability to influence and collaborate across the whole organisation. You will understand leisure best practice in the UK and or Europe and have delivered steady growth and innovative commercial developments, IT literacy, planning and presentation skills are essential.
Closing date 7th February 2009
Please send a detailed CV and covering letter explaining why you wish to be considered for this post to Mrs Anita Bubbins, Personnel Manager, Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire. FY3 8PP or by email to anita.bubbins@blackpoolzoo.org.uk
For full details please go to http://www.zoonewsdigest.com
Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should you apply for this post
http://www.geocities.com/peterd482001/ZooNews_Digest.html
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