Conservation Research and Support Officer - World Pheasant Association

World Pheasant Association

Registered Charity No 271203

The World Pheasant Association (WPA) is dedicated to the conservation of the 300 or so species of pheasants and their relatives throughout the world. The whole family is known as the Galliformes and also includes partridges, quail, grouse, cracids, megapodes and turkeys. We are looking for a highly motivated person to play a key role in the development of the Association’s training programme.

Conservation Research and Support Officer

The Conservation Research and Support Officer will provide support to WPA’s Director, based in the UK. This key role is central to our long-term objectives of developing the capabilities of in-country nationals through the implementation of important conservation projects. We believe that knowledgeable and dedicated individuals are authoritative and highly effective voices for biodiversity conservation.

The Conservation Research and Support Officer will be responsible for ensuring that WPA’s research is of the highest standards and co-ordinating support to key WPA partners, especially in China, India and Brazil. This will involve: enhancing WPA’s existing training programme; providing technical guidance to ongoing WPA activities; and ensuring that all new WPA activities meet appropriate scientific and conservation standards. The post holder will work with a wide variety of individuals from institutions that are leaders in research and conservation both nationally and internationally. In particular the post holder will play a key role in developing our relationship with Newcastle University’s School of Biology.

The successful candidate is likely to have an advanced degree, experience of the design and execution of fieldwork projects and a passion for biodiversity conservation and training. Good communication skills and a high degree of self-motivation will be essential.

Salary Commensurate with experience

For further information please see www.pheasant.org.uk/jobs.aspx . To apply, please send a covering letter, with an indication of salary expectations, and current CV (with the contact details of two referees and preferably by e-mail) to the address below to arrive by 22 June 2011.


Dr Philip McGowan, Director, World Pheasant Association, Newcastle University Biology Field Station, Close House Estate, Heddon on the Wall, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 0HT, UK. E-mail: director@pheasant.org.uk ; Website: http://www.pheasant.org.uk/ .

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Zoo Educator Vacancy (part-time)

PAIGNTON ZOO ENVIRONMENTAL PARK

Zoo Educator Vacancy (part-time)

We are looking for a confident, enthusiastic and motivated educator to work throughout all age ranges. This is a part-time post of 25 hours per week with flexibility to respond to the needs of the Department.

Educators plan, prepare and deliver a wide range of educational activities and programmes for students and our general visitors both within the Zoo and as outreach.

Applicants should have a relevant degree and have worked as a teacher or in a similar role as an environmental educator. They should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and be willing to work flexibly including some evenings and weekends as required.

Terms and conditions:
• 25 hours per week (5 day week)
• 28 days annual leave per annum (including Bank Holidays)
• Starting salary - £10.04 /hour

For further details, full job description and specification please contact:

Michelle Youd, Education Administrator, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU
Email: education@paigntonzoo.org.uk  reference EDU01
Telephone: 0844 474 2224

Closing date for applications will be Friday 24th June 2011 and we expect to interview during the week of 11th July 2011.

Paignton Zoo Environmental Park is an education, scientific and conservation charity dedicated to protecting our global wildlife. Charity Number 300923.

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Animal Research and Team Leader

About us:

RZSS
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) owns and manages Edinburgh Zoo and the Highland Wildlife Park. The Wildlife Park is a premier visitor attraction, based at Kingussie in the Highlands, with many Scottish and other species, some of which are now extinct in the wild. Edinburgh Zoo is the second biggest paying visitor attraction in Scotland (after the Castle along the road), with over 650,000 people each year enjoying an excellent day out. Of equal importance is our excellent international reputation for our conservation and education programmes and we are looking to the future with confidence. We’ve been a charity since our founding in 1909 and maintain a keen commercial edge to ensure we can sustain our excellent reputation. Our mission is to inspire and excite our visitors with the wonder of living animals, and thus to promote the conservation of threatened species and habitats.

Living Links and Budongo

The ‘Living Links to Human Evolution’ Research Centre was established in the Zoo through a grant from the Scottish Funding Council which finances the Scottish Universities. Living Links houses large communities of monkeys and functions both as a research resource for the Scottish Primate Research Group, a consortium spanning the Universities of St Andrews, Stirling, Edinburgh, Abertay and Aberdeen, and a Zoo exhibit open to visitors just like any other.

The Budongo Trail is an ambitious exhibit housing a large community of chimpanzees. Like Living Links, it contains purpose-built research facilities and RZSS strongly wishes to encourage scientific projects to be undertaken here.

Living Links is owned by the University of St Andrews but staffed by RZSS animal care staff. Budongo is owned by RZSS.

Animal Research and Team Leader – Living Links

A vacancy has arisen for an Animal Research and Team Leader to work within the Animals, Education and Conservation Department team. This post is funded by University of St Andrews for the first four years. The successful candidate will have at least 8 years of relevant experience working with exotic animals, with particular knowledge of Primates and will have passed the Advanced National Certificate in the Management of Zoo Animals. A science degree is highly desirable, with experience in research, research liaison and/or a relevant post-graduate qualification.

The post will involve weekend and some evening work.

Salary for this post will be in the region of £20,000 depending on experience.

Closing date is 5pm on 8 April 2011 with interviews planned by arrangement from 18th April onwards.

For full information on how to apply, please email jobs@rzss.org.uk  with a note of interest and follow the instructions.

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Aquarist - Living Coasts

Aquarist - Maternity cover- 6 months – with possible extension
Living Coasts – Torquay’s Coastal Zoo and conservation charity.

We currently have a vacancy for an Aquarist to oversee the Living Coasts Aquarium and contribute to animal care in other departments.

The successful candidate will have a degree in a relevant subject. They will have good practical experience of marine systems and will be committed to ensuring the highest possible standards of animal welfare and husbandry. They will have outstanding observation skills, show attention to detail and have a proven track record of delivering high standards of aquarium presentation.

The successful candidate will have an understanding of the role of zoo’s in research and conservation. Computer literate, confident with the public and a good team player.

For more information contact clare.rugg@livingcoasts.org.uk

Please apply with a C.V. and covering letter
CRB checks will be required

Closing date for applications is 18th March 2011

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Director, Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation’s largest animal advocacy organization, is seeking a Director for its Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch.

The main responsibility for this position is to manage the operations and fiscal activities of the Cleveland Amory Black Beauty Ranch.

Other duties include, but are not limited to: assist in the development of strategic plans and standardized business practices; enhance visibility and outreach through promotion of the center; coordinate fundraising and development efforts to achieve sustainability; prepare and monitor budgets and provide direction on programs and facilities.

A Bachelor’s degree or doctoral degree (Ph.D.) or equivalent in wildlife biology/zoology or related field, or veterinarian degree along with a minimum of 10 years experience and/or degrees in wildlife biology/zoology, animal husbandry or related field strongly desired.

Experience and demonstrated involvement with sanctuary and rehabilitation/release programs and organizations preferred. Supervisory experience required. Experience with live animal care, animal nutrition, habitat design and enrichment and knowledge of good sanctuary practices and organizations is required.

Training in exotic animal management, including protected contact, is preferred. The ideal candidate will have good communication skills, including public speaking and writing for diverse audiences and the ability to build community and individual relationships.

Please send cover letters and resumes to hrjobs@hsus.org  or fax to 301- 548-7701.

This position is located in Murchison, Texas.

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Woburn Safari Park - Head of Animal Welfare and Development

Woburn Safari Park is an award winning visitor attraction, housing endangered and exotic animals. Today it forms part of the Bedford Estate, which includes Woburn Abbey, Woburn Golf Club and The Inn at Woburn.

We are now looking to recruit a new position to join a committed team.

Head of Animal Welfare and Development.

This new role will be within a department that is committed to animal conservation, preservation and animal welfare as well as ensuring an excellent guest experience. The role will be pivotal in the strategic creation, development and management of the animal master plan, building and strengthening our reputation as a world leader and promoting the vision of the park worldwide.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day line management of the animal personnel as well as standards of animal care across the Safari Park in conjunction with BIAZA, EAZA and Zoo Inspection guidelines.

Applicants will need to be degree qualified with a minimum of 3-5 years zoo management experience. Project management and communication skills are essential, as is a good knowledge of the Health and Safety and Zoo Licensing Act which will be crucial to this role.

The position will involve weekend and bank holiday work.

In exchange you will find yourself working in an innovative environment, alongside a dedicated team who take a great pride in sustaining the heritage of the Bedford Estates. You will receive a good remuneration package, and potentially accommodation.

We look for people who can demonstrate a high degree of integrity and who continually strive for excellence, interested? Please forward your covering, full CV and salary expectation to personnel@woburn.co.uk

Closing date 18th February

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