Officer / Centre for Animal Rehabilitation - Husbandry (Contract)

at  NPB National Parks Board

[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]

You will be involved in the migration of existing shelter records into the Shelter Management System (SMS) and the implementation of SMS in daily shelter operations. As part of your daily work, you will also be assisting with the following:

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary examination, triage, veterinary and surgical procedures, restraint, medication and health records of animals
• Support the management and upkeep of the shelter clinic, including inventory management of drugs and consumables.
• Support the daily care and well-being of animals, including treatment, feeding, husbandry, exercise, showering and grooming of animals
• Support administrative tasks of the shelter such as animal record keeping and filing
• Assist with rehoming procedures including pre and post-adoption support and guidance and adoption interviews

[What we are looking for]

• Diploma in Veterinary Technology, Veterinary Bioscience or Biomedical Science or related fields preferred.
• Competent in handling, restraint and medication of common companion animal species, including but not limited to dogs, cats, small mammals and birds and limited species of wildlife will be advantageous
• Positive attitude, meticulous, energetic, physically fit, possess good communication and interpersonal skills, and passionate about animals.
• Independent and able to work effectively with others in a team environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Required to work on weekends and public holidays based on roster
• Competent in Microsoft Office Applications

Office Location:
The office will be situated at:
Animal Management Centre 57 Sungei Tengah Road Singapore 699013
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered a 9-month employment contract.

Please refer the Job description for details