Bird of Prey
Keeper/Trainer/Presenter
Kalba Bird of Prey
Centre, Sharjah. UAE.
Under the patronage
of HH Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah and Supreme
Council Member, Kalba Bird of Prey Centre provides education to schools,
universities and open to the general public. We are also involved in research,
and breeding of endangered raptor species.
Situated on the east
coast of the UAE, Kalba Bird of Prey Centre, is the only dedicated BoP centre
in the UAE. We house a collection of around 70 birds, most of which are found
locally or within the Middle East.
Responsible to: The
Operations Manager of the Centre
Job Description:
To perform a number of integral
animal-husbandry and training duties, important to the day to day running of
the Centre; to provide support to various activities around the Centre. This
position is also responsible for some of the administrative duties in the
absence of the Assistant to the Manager.
Responsibilities: Not limited
to. Assist in the day to day
management of a team of flying birds (trained and in-training) and a number of
aviary birds (breeding and non-breeding). This includes responsibility for the
husbandry and welfare of captive birds, maintenance of equipment and
facilities, food preparation and feeding, accurate record-keeping, cleaning and
overseeing the cleaning of all areas. Assist with the presentation of daily
educational displays for the public and private groups. This will involve the
flying of a number of birds of prey on view to the public whereby bird and
public safety must be a priority at all times.
The successful
candidate must have a Biology, Zoology, or Bird of Prey/Falconry qualification
(or equivalent); and a minimum of 5 years professional experience with birds of
prey, excellent husbandry, breeding, and enrichment skills; preferably in a
zoological environment. Good communications and must be able to coordinate and
present displays. Must be able to follow direction well, be able to work well
in a group or on your own. Legally entitled to work in UAE and have a valid
driver’s licence.
We are looking for a
full time team member to join us in 2018.
In the first
instance please send your C.V. with a cover letter to
gerry.whitehouse@epaa.shj.ae
All applicants will
receive a full job description by return email.
Applications will
close when a suitable applicant has been found.
Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant        |
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