National Parks Board

Manager / Wildlife Management & Outreach (Wildlife) - Contract

Fixed TermsClosed

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.

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

What you will be working on

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our Wildlife Management and Outreach team. The role focuses on managing wildlife-related encounters through various responsibilities, including field surveys, population management (such as sterilisation), direct conflict resolution, and feedback handling.

You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders and wildlife management contractors to ensure smooth project implementation. The position also involves data management and analysis, contributing to broader wildlife initiatives and participating in public outreach and educational programmes.

What we are looking for

- Area of studies in Biological or Environmental Science or related discipline
- Advantageous to have relevant working experience with wildlife, wildlife-related operations and public engagements
- Demonstrate punctuality and adherence to operational schedules
- An organized, creative, and resourceful team player who is able to work independently with good interpersonal skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Able to multi-task in performing a diverse range of duties
- 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.

About your application process

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within National Parks Board or the wider Public Service.

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.

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