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 touch-point 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 humane and gracious society for all, where pet owners, communities, and animals co-exist in greater harmony within our City in Nature.What you will be working on:

• Oversee the welfare of animals (dogs and cats) at the Centre, including having oversight of contractors responsible for feeding, medication, grooming, showering and exercise.
• Create and maintain behaviour modification and enrichment protocols for the animals and oversee the implementation of these programmes to improve their well-being and increase their success of rehoming.
• Support rehoming of animals which includes liaising with potential and conducting educational tours at the Centre.
• Assist in the review and engagement of stakeholders for animal welfare programmes.
• Assist with record keeping

What we are looking for:

• Diploma in Veterinary Technology / Veterinary Bioscience / Biological Sciences / Psychology or Nitec/Higher Nitec in Applied & Health Sciences courses with 2 years of relevant working experience preferred
• Passionate about animals
• Positive attitude, high level of initiative, energetic, physically fit, enjoys outdoor activity
• Independent and able to work effectively with others in a team environment
• Required to work on weekends and public holidays based on roster
• Willingness and dedication in acquiring new skills and knowledge related to animal care and rehabilitation. Experience in animal handling (dogs and cats) will be advantageous.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent in Microsoft Office Applications
• Possess good digital awareness, social media and video editing skills

Office Location: The office will be situated at: Animal and Plant Health Centre 6 Perahu Road Singapore 718827Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered a 9-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.

National Parks Board