Director
of Animal Collections and Husbandry Science
Dubai,
United Arab Emirates
Seeking an experienced Zoo executive from an AZA or
EAZA institution, Iconic Attractions Group is seeking candidates for a Director
of Animal Collections and Husbandry Science position. This person will be on a
multi-manager team and reports to the Director of a major zoo. The Director of
Animal Collections and Husbandry Science is responsible for directing operation
and planning of animal programs, including animal care and husbandry,
veterinary care, nutrition, and behavioral management. This position manages
the animal collection and also coordinates animal research and conservation
efforts. This position also contributes to positive guest experiences and
performs other duties as required.
Essential Functions:
- Lead team
members to deliver uncompromising excellence in animal care and welfare.
- Directly
supervises Head of Zoology, Curators, Registrar, Enrichment Training
Coordinator, Collection Managers, Show Manager, Head Keepers, Deputy Head
Keepers, Keepers and Veterinary Staff In all aspects of their work.
- Directs the
Safari Parks programs for animal acquisition and disposition, husbandry,
exhibition, record keeping, enrichment, behavioral management, veterinary
care, research and conservation.
- Partners in
the development of animal husbandry policies and programs for all Safari
animals and ensures proper daily care and welfare.
- Promotes and
enforces safety protocols, company guidelines, policies and standards.
- Acts as
primary contact for Veterinary, Horticulture, Operations, education and
Maintenance issues.
- Assists in
the preparation of the annual budget for animal areas, makes purchases,
monitors budget and manages expenses throughout the year.
- Manage the
delivery of inspiring guest experiences.
- Participates
in the development and implementation of the Institutional Collection Plan
of Collections Species.
- Selects,
train, evaluate and develop all Zoology Teams Staff.
- Leads Dubai
Safari Park in animal welfare monitoring.
- Participates
in scientific meetings, conferences and workshops when appropriate.
- Authors
papers and present lectures on husbandry and conservation issues.
- Partners
with other departments to meet the Dubai Safari Park animal care, guest
experience, operational, media and revenue goals.
- Assumes
leadership role during emergency situations.
- Interacts
with other Zoological Facilities on issues regarding animal care, animal
welfare, husbandry, and research.
- Participates
in local, national and international conservation efforts.
- Institutes
and participates in planning and design of new exhibits and renovation of
existing exhibits to ensure that animals are presented in a manner
reflecting modern zoological practices in exhibit design and that animals’
welfare requirements are balanced with aesthetic and educational
considerations.
- Recommends
current needs and future plans for maintenance based on inspection of
grounds and exhibits.
- Ensures that
animal areas are in compliance with all UAE. and local regulatory
agencies and with relevant Zoo accrediting organizations.
- Works with
department managers to maintain supplies, equipment and facilities
necessary to perform work in an effective and safe condition.
- Establishes
and maintains excellent and consistent intra and inter division
communications.
- Coordinates
with Veterinary Staff to ensure the health and welfare of all Dubai Safari
Park animals.
To learn more and apply please click HERE
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Peter Dickinson
Independent International Zoo Consultant
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