Voluntary Keeper
Consultants
Kumasi Zoological Gardens
Position - Voluntary
Keeper Consultants
Location - Kumasi,
Ghana (West Africa)
Period - Any
About us
Kumasi Zoological
Gardens is a medium sized Government run Zoo located in the heart of the
Ashanti Region of Ghana, it houses over 40 species and a wide range of Taxa
including, African Elephant, Spotted Hyena, Chimpanzees, Baboons, Venomous
Snakes, Slender Snouted Crocodile, Dwarf Crocodile, Soft Shelled Turtle,
Turaco, Hornbill, and many more. Some of which were victims of Wildlife crime,
all come under the Wildlife Division of Ghana.
The care is given to
these Animals by their dedicated Keepers, that which with other departments
makes a team of around 25, other departments include Grounds, Management,
Admin, Cleaners, Stores, Drivers, and Entrance staff.
Kumasi Zoo has been
working hard to make modern improvements to all areas of the Park including
that of Animal Welfare, so far many positive and exciting changes have proudly
been made, and we are looking to make more. Kumasi Zoo is developing to become one
of the leading Zoos in West Africa. However funding and resources are limited.
Keeper Consultants
We are looking for
English speaking, experienced Keepers with a wide range of experience working
with a wide range of taxonomy, including Apes, various Reptiles, and Elephants,
to work in collaboration with the Zoos existing plans, and spend time with a fantastic
team to:
- Share
husbandry routines, emphasising on environmental enrichment
- Implement
training and shaping plans
- Carrying
out educational workshops and presentations
- Staff
training on Animal management
- Enforcing
the modern role of Zoos through education, research, conservation and
recreation
- Customer
and commercial services
- Overall
to see that implementations are understood by staff and carried out throughout
the project
This position
reports to the Zoo Management team and Zoo Advisor.
About you
This opportunity is
ideal for an individual with aspires to travel and make a difference, however
if currently employed to be made in agreement with your employer.
Individuals must be
empowering, determined, confident, and open minded to different cultures. This
field of work can be emotionally strong going but incredibly rewarding.
If you believe you
can make a difference, we want to hear from you
Costs
This is a self
funded position, however accommodation and transport to and from the Zoo can be
provided
How to apply?
Please send an email
with your experience and brief description as to why you think you would be
suitable for the role, and for other enquiries to
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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