Job Description

What the role is:
The Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS), a cluster of NParks, safeguards the health and welfare of animals through comprehensive and integrated programmes and works closely with partners in the veterinary and animal-related industries to strengthen capacities and enhance competencies in animal health and welfare. It is the main touchpoint on animal and veterinary matters in Singapore and the first responder for all animal-related feedback. It also conducts public education and engagement programmes to foster a society where pet owners, communities, and animals co-exist in our City in Nature.
What you will be working on:
You will be part of the Centre for Animal and Veterinary Sciences (CAVS) team under the Professional and Scientific Services Division of AVS. As a member of the multi-disciplinary team at CAVS, you will be part of the team responsible for facilitating administrative functions to enable our scientists to pursue critical laboratory diagnostic and research activities.
Duties include:

• Establishment of new contracts and renewal of expiring contracts for various supplies and services required by AVS
• Establishment and management of laboratory supplies and inventory management system.
• Participate in the maintenance of a laboratory quality system according to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards e.g. ensure process compliance, manage feedback/enquiries, and inventory management etc.

What we are looking for:

• Preferably with one year relevant experience in areas of general or financial administration, contract management or procurement.
• Candidates with relevant job experience particularly in government-based procurement and ISO quality assurance practices/processes will have an advantage.
• Team player with initiative, drive and good interpersonal/communication skills and able to work independently.
• Proficient in IT skills e.g. Microsoft Office.

Office Location:
Animal & Plant Health Centre, 6 Perahu Road Singapore 718827
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered a 11-month employment contract.
About National Parks Board:
At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.