Bear Manager - Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Vietnam

Bear Manager - Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Vietnam

Highly motivated, experienced and dedicated animal professional is required to work with rescued Asiatic black and sun bears at our Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Tam Dao, Vietnam.

The position is responsible for overseeing teams of local bear keeping staff involved in the daily care and management of the bears housed within the rescue centre. It will also involve working alongside and liaising with the resident Vet team plus our Animal Conditioning Consultant to manage various daily operations. The Bear Manager will report directly to the Vet & Bear Team Manager.


Both formal qualifications and proven practical experience are essential for this position.


Responsibilities
 Co-coordinating various daily operations:
o Animal care and management
o Maintenance and adjustment of existing enrichment programs
o Bear food and stock ordering system
o Maintaining bear behavior records and databases

 Operant conditioning and formal bear training programmes for a variety of medical, behavioural and management requirements.


Requirements
 Formal qualification (ideally a university degree) in zoology, biology, conservation, animal behaviour or related field
 Three to five years work experience in a zoo or similar working environment
 Excellent communication, organisational and practical skills
 Strong management skills and the ability to work in a team or independently
 Patience and willingness to work within a different culture are essential
 Fluent in English language
 Must be able to commit for two years

Appointment is full-time, five days a week with some weekend work applicable.


Benefits
 On site accommodation and subsidized meals
 Relocation Assistance
 Medical Insurance
 Annual Leave Entitlement

How to Apply

Interested parties please send your application letter, full resume and completed Job Application Form (in Word format) to hrhkg@animalsasia.org  Please quote the position applied for on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants not hearing from us within six weeks from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Closing date for applications is 14th April 2012.

Personal Data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

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Qualified Veterinary Nurse – Moon Bear Rescue Centre in China

Qualified Veterinary Nurse – Moon Bear Rescue Centre in China

Do you enjoy a challenge, and are you dedicated to animal welfare? We are looking for a qualified nurse to join our China Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China.

This is an outstanding opportunity for motivated individuals pursuing a career in wildlife care and welfare. The Veterinary Nurse will work as part of a highly skilled veterinary team to ensure the care of Asiatic black bears (moon bears), and domestic animals at our rescue centre. Appointment is full-time, five days a week plus scheduled weekend work. Out of hours work may be required.

Candidates should be highly motivated with plenty of initiative and should be comfortable with both clinical and non-clinical work. There is a high degree of autonomy in this position, and while you will work closely with other team members you will have distinct areas of responsibility.

You will contribute to the constantly evolving field of bear medicine and management and will be expected to have a high degree of clinical skill and a passion for ongoing self-education.

Ideally you should have between three and five years work experience in a large veterinary practice, wildlife rehabilitation centre, zoo or specialist referral centre. However, less experienced candidates with the appropriate personal attributes will be considered. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, and good humor and common sense are required. Applicants MUST be able to commit for two years.

Applicants must be proficient using both word and computer software programs. Experience in captive wildlife nursing, rehabilitation or animal welfare work is beneficial but not essential.

You should be comfortable living and working in a small team within a rural setting.

Benefits provided:
 On site accommodation and meals
 Relocation Assistance
 Medical Insurance
 Paid Holidays

How to apply:

Application Form

Interested parties please send your application letter and full resume, to hrhkg@animalsasia.org (in Word format). Please quote the position applied on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants not hearing from us within one week from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Closing date for applications is 31st December 2011.


Personal Data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

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Bear Manager - Moon Bear Rescue Centre in China

Bear Manager

Moon Bear Rescue Centre in China

Highly motivated, experienced and dedicated animal professional is required to work with rescued Asiatic black bears at our Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China.

The position is responsible for overseeing teams of local bear keeping staff involved in the daily care and management of the bears housed within the rescue centre. It will also involve working alongside and liaising with the resident Vet team plus our Animal Conditioning Consultant to manage various daily operations. The Bear Manager will report directly to the Vet and Bear Team Manager.


Both formal qualifications and proven practical experience are essential for this position.


Responsibilities
 Co-coordinating various daily operations:
o Animal care and management
o Maintenance and adjustment of existing enrichment programs
o Bear food and stock ordering system
o Maintaining bear behavior records and databases
 Operant conditioning and formal bear training programmes for a variety of medical, behavioural and management requirements.


Requirements
 Formal qualification (ideally a university degree) in zoology, biology, conservation, animal behaviour or related field
 Three to five years work experience in a zoo or similar working environment
 Excellent communication, organisational and practical skills
 Strong management skills and the ability to work in a team or independently
 Patience and willingness to work within a different culture are essential
 Fluent in English language
 Must be able to commit for two years

Appointment is full-time, five days a week with some weekend work applicable.


Benefits
 On site accommodation and subsidized meals
 Relocation Assistance
 Medical Insurance
 Paid Holidays

How to Apply

Interested parties please send your application letter, full resume and completed Job Application Form (in Word format) to hrhkg@animalsasia.org . Please quote the position applied for on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants not hearing from us within six weeks from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Closing date for applications is 25 July 2011.

Personal Data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

Click HERE to access Job Application Form

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Bear Manager - Moon Bear Rescue Centre in China

Highly motivated, experienced and dedicated animal professional is required to work with rescued Asiatic black bears at our Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China.

The position is responsible for overseeing teams of local bear keeping staff involved in the daily care and management of the bears housed within the rescue centre. It will also involve working alongside and liaising with the resident Vet team plus our Animal Conditioning Consultant to manage various daily operations. The Bear Manager will report directly to the Vet and Bear Team Manager.

Both formal qualifications and proven practical experience are essential for this position.


Responsibilities
 Co-coordinating various daily operations:
  o Animal care and management
  o Maintenance and adjustment of existing enrichment programs
  o Bear food and stock ordering system
  o Maintaining bear behavior records & databases
 Operant conditioning and formal bear training programmes for a variety of medical, behavioural and management requirements.

Requirements
   Formal qualification (ideally a university degree) in zoology, biology, conservation, animal behaviour or related field
   Three to five years work experience in a zoo or similar working environment
   Excellent communication, organisational and practical skills
   Strong management skills and the ability to work in a team or independently
   Patience and willingness to work within a different culture are essential
   Must be able to commit for two years

Appointment is full-time, five days a week with some weekend work applicable.

Benefits
   On site accommodation and subsidized meals
   Relocation Assistance
   Medical Insurance
   Paid Holidays

How to Apply

Interested parties please send your application letter, full resume and completed Job Application Form (in Word format) to hrhkg@animalsasia.org Please quote the position applied for on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants not hearing from us within six weeks from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Closing date for applications is 31st March 2011.

Personal Data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

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Veterinary Surgeon - Moon Bear Rescue Centre in China

We are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for our Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China. The Veterinary Surgeon will be based at the rescue centre and will be responsible for providing extensive veterinary care to Asiatic black bears and brown bears rescued from bile farms, other resident animals, and local domestic animals. He/ She will work under the supervision of the Senior Veterinary Surgeon as part of a team of two vets and three qualified veterinary nurses. It will also involve working alongside and liaising with the Bear Managers. He/ She may be required to travel within Asia and participate in outreach projects and work with local veterinarians.

Requirements

 At least two to five years work experience in a large mixed veterinary practice, zoological facility, specialist referral centre, or similar working environment.

 Excellent clinical and organizational skills, an aptitude for problem-solving medicine and self-directed learning and plenty of initiative and flexibility.

 A good sense of humor, excellent communication skills and the ability to live and work closely with the rest of the team comprising both western and local staff.

 Cultural sensitivity and a history of working abroad, plus a background in captive wildlife management or charitable veterinary work are beneficial.

 Right candidates must be able to commit for two years.


Appointment is full-time, five days a week with some weekend work applicable.

Benefits provided:
• On site accommodation and meals
• Relocation Assistance
• Medical Insurance
• Paid Holidays


How to Apply

Interested parties please send your application letter, full resume and completed Job Application Form to hrhkg@animalsasia.org  (in Word format). Please quote the position applied on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants not hearing from us within one week from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Closing date for applications is 28 March 2011.

Personal Data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

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Qualified Veterinary Nurse – Moon Bear Rescue Centre in China

Do you enjoy a challenge, and are you dedicated to animal welfare? We are looking for a qualified nurse to join our China Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu.

This is an outstanding opportunity for motivated individuals pursuing a career in wildlife care and welfare. The Veterinary Nurse will work as part of a highly skilled veterinary team to ensure the care of Asiatic black bears (moon bears), and domestic animals at our rescue centre. Appointment is full-time, five days a week plus scheduled weekend work. Out of hours work may be required.

Candidates should be highly motivated with plenty of initiative and should be comfortable with both clinical and non-clinical work. There is a high degree of autonomy in this position, and while you will work closely with other team members you will have distinct areas of responsibility.

You will contribute to the constantly evolving field of bear medicine and management and will be expected to have a high degree of clinical skill and a passion for ongoing self-education.

Ideally you should have between three and five years work experience in a large veterinary practice, wildlife rehabilitation centre, zoo or specialist referral centre. However, less experienced candidates with the appropriate personal attributes will be considered. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential, and good humor and common sense are required. Applicants must be able to commit for two years.

Applicants must have basic computer skills including word and excel. Experience in captive wildlife nursing, rehabilitation or animal welfare work is beneficial but not essential.

You should be comfortable living and working in a small team within a rural setting.

Benefits provided:
On site accommodation and meals
Relocation Assistance
Medical Insurance
Paid Holidays


How to apply:


Interested parties please send your application letter, full resume and completed Job Application Form to hrhkg@animalsasia.org  (in Word format). Please quote the position applied on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants not hearing from us within one week from the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Personal Data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

Please click HERE to access application form.

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VETERINARY SURGEON - MOON BEAR RESCUE CENTRE IN CHINA

VETERINARY SURGEON - MOON BEAR RESCUE CENTRE IN CHINA

ANIMALS ASIA FOUNDATION

www.animalsasia.org

PAID POSITION AT THE MOON BEAR RESCUE CENTRE IN CHINA
VETERINARY SURGEON

Date Closes: 10th July 2009

Do you enjoy a challenge and are you committed to animal welfare?

The Animals Asia Foundation (AAF) is a charity devoted to the needs of wild and domesticated animals across Asia. Our mission is to improve the lives of all animals in Asia, end cruelty and restore respect for animals in Asia. The vision of AAF is change for all animals, inspired by empathy for the few. AAF has offices in China, Vietnam, United Kingdom, United States of America, Germany, Italy and Australia/New Zealand.

Animals Asia Foundation is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for our Moon Bear Rescue Centre in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China. The Veterinary Surgeon will be based at the rescue centre and will be responsible for providing extensive veterinary care to Asiatic black bears rescued from bile farms, other resident animals, and local domestic animals. You may be required to travel within Asia and participate in outreach projects and work with local veterinarians.

Candidates ideally should have 2-5 years work experience in a large mixed veterinary practice, zoological facility, specialist referral centre, or similar working environment. You should have excellent clinical and organisational skills, an aptitude for problem-solving medicine and self-directed learning and plenty of initiative and flexibility. As part of a cohesive and experienced veterinary team at the rescue centre, you will require a good sense of humour, excellent communication skills and the ability to live and work closely with the rest of the team comprising both western and local staff.

You will work under the supervision of the Senior Veterinary Surgeon, however clinical aptitude and initiative are essential. A background in captive wildlife management is beneficial.
Applicants must be able to commit for a minimum of 1 or ideally 2 years.

Other benefits include:

• Complimentary accommodation and subsidised meals

• Relocation assistance

• Medical insurance

How to apply:

Applicants interested in this rewarding position should forward their cover letter, CV and completed Job Application form with expected salary to: hrhkg@animalsasia.org

If you require any further information please contact the Senior Human Resources Officer by emailing hrhkg@animalsasia.org or phone (852) 2791 2225

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