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        |
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