Curator of Living
Collections
Twycross Zoo is an
award winning zoo and visitor attraction based in rural south Leicestershire
and is currently delivering on a £55 million Masterplan, which will transform
the zoo over the next 20 years. We have already opened two major new habitats
since the launch of the Masterplan in March 2015, including Giraffe Savannah
and the moated island complex Gibbon Forest; we are also in the process of
building our new chimpanzee complex and have further exciting plans for
developing the Zoo and growing all areas of our charity.
We currently have a
vacancy for a Curator of Living Collections to lead and advance the Animal
Department as part of the ongoing development of the Life Sciences Directorate.
The successful
candidate will be an experienced animal manager with the vision and energy to
be part of the development of a world class animal department in conjunction
with the senior Life Sciences team.
Applicants must have
experience of managing a large team, with proven success in setting goals and
improving performance. Budget management experience is also an asset. We have a
diverse animal collection with a bias towards primates, so experience with a
broad range of animal species would be advantageous. A scientific approach to
animal management and development of the zoo, combined with professionalism and
strong communication skills is essential.
The role is offered
on a permanent contract. The role is a full time position (working on average 5
days out of 7) and includes weekend duties on a rota system. Salary is paid
monthly, 31 days paid holiday per annum.
If you are
interested, please send your CV along with a covering letter to
recruitment@twycrosszoo.org
This vacancy will
close on 5th November 2017; therefore you should submit your application as
soon as possible.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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