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Animal Concerns Research and Education SocietyAnimal Welfare

Wildlife Rescue Officer

Location

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

3+ years

Compensation

$2.7K - $2.9K per month

Posted

2h ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

The Wildlife Rescue Officer responds swiftly to distressed wildlife, providing care and relocating animals according to ACRES SOPs. This role involves vital animal care, supporting rehabilitation efforts at the Wildlife Rescue Centre, and responding to emergency calls.

The Wildlife Rescue Officer will respond swiftly to distressed wildlife, caring for and relocating wild animals in line with ACRES SOPs. They work diligently, providing vital animal care and supporting rehabilitation efforts at our Wildlife Rescue Centre.


In our recent financial year, ACRES 24-hour wildlife rescue hotline handled over 16,000 calls to help distressed wildlife. The escalating need for assistance and educative rescues on the ground, necessitates a team who is fully equipped and able to deliver as much as possible. As a Wildlife Rescue Officer, your core responsibilities encompass wildlife rescue operations and strategic relocation efforts, meticulously aligned with ACRES's established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Concurrently, your role will extend to providing valuable assistance at our Wildlife Rescue Centre.


Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Emergency Response: Promptly respond to wildlife rescue calls through the designated hotline, prioritizing timely and appropriate action.

  • Animal Care and Rehabilitation: Perform comprehensive daily care duties for rescued animals, including enclosure maintenance, food preparation, and providing necessary enrichment activities.

  • Veterinary Assistance: Assist in the safe handling and treatment procedures for rescued wild animals, adhering to established medical protocols and guidelines.

  • Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and detailed records of rescue cases and daily activities, ensuring proper documentation for reference and reporting purposes.

  • Coordination and Liaison: Collaborate and liaise with relevant authorities for the safe release and transfer of animals, following established wildlife rehabilitation protocols and guidelines.

  • Wildlife Rescue Centre Support: Provide valuable assistance and support at the Wildlife Rescue Centre, contributing to the overall mission of wildlife recovery and rehabilitation.


We need someone who is:

  • Confident, non-violent assertive approach in clearly communicating the message while advocating for the animals.

  • An individual with a strong sense of reliability and a positive demeanor, capable of facilitating, engaging, and fostering connections with volunteers and staff members.

  • Flexible in handling unexpected situations and varying needs of various wildlife rescue scenarios.

  • Able to efficiently manage and prioritize tasks to ensure delivery of the responsibilities.

  • Available to work during weekends, public holidays, and night shifts as required by the roster, showcasing commitment to the role and organizational needs.

  • Able to handle wild animals safely, including tortoises, turtles, lizards, snakes, mammals, and birds, while ensuring the well-being and comfort of the animals in care.

  • Physically fit to work long hours, up to 30 hours including stand-by at night.

  • Initiative to help fellow colleagues and troubleshoot problems.

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Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Wildlife Rescue Operations • 1+ yrs
Animal Care • 1+ yrs
Emergency Response • 1+ yrs
Record-Keeping • 1+ yrs
Coordination • 1+ yrs
Problem-Solving • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs
Flexibility • 1+ yrs

Experience

3+ years

Certifications

Class 3 Driving License • Required
Class 3A Driving License • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$2.7K - $2.9K per month

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodMonthly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationSingapore, Singapore, Singapore
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium7/10
physicalHigh9/10
cognitiveHigh8/10
executionHigh9/10
creativityMedium7/10
uncertaintyHigh8/10
communicationHigh8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Animal Concerns Research and Education Society

Team size

Growing team

Location

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for animal welfare and rescuing distressed wildlife. Their 24-hour wildlife rescue hotline handles over 16,000 calls annually, providing vital assistance and educative rescues.

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Wildlife Rescue Officer

Singapore, Singapore, SingaporeFull Time