Manager / Wildlife Management & Outreach (Urban Birds) - Contract

[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 society where pet owners, communities, and animals co-exist in our City in Nature.

[What you will be working on]

The Wildlife Management Division in Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) Cluster manages wildlife in Singapore and engages the community on human-wildlife encounters.

We are looking for an eager and passionate individual to join our wildlife management and outreach team. With a focus on urban birds feedback and population management, the work scope will also include public and stakeholders engagement, direct conflict interventions, database management and supporting applied ecological research.

[What we are looking for]

• Area of studies in Biological or Environmental Science or related discipline

• Relevant working experience in public engagement, and working with animals

• Possess good writing, interpersonal and communication skills

• An organized, creative and resourceful team player who is able to work independently

• Enjoy working in an outdoor field environment

• Willing to work on weekends and after office hours

Office Location

Dairy Farm Nature Park

100 Dairy Farm Rd, Singapore 679057

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered a 11-month employment contract.