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.
Officer - Centre for Animal Rehabilitation (Contract)
National Parks Board
Fixed Terms
Closing in 3 day(s)
What the role is
What you will be working on
As part of your daily work, you will also be assisting with the branch’s operations, including the following:
- Assist with rehabilitation and oversee rehoming of animals from Centre for Animal Rehabilitation
- Monitoring animal’s progress in the rehabilitation journey to assess its readiness for rehoming
- Assist with enhancement and refinement of existing behavioural rehabilitation protocols
- Working with rehabilitation partners on the adoption of animals
- Liaising with and screening of potential adopters
- Facilitating paperwork for the animal’s adoption
- Providing pre- and post-adoption support
- Assist with record keeping and ad-hoc duties where required
What we are looking for
- Areas of studies in Veterinary Technology, Veterinary Bioscience or Biomedical Science or related discipline is 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.
- Positive attitude, meticulous, energetic, 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: Animal and Plant Health Centre, 6 Perahu Road, Singapore 718827
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Successful candidates will be offered a 11-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.