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National Parks Board

Manager - Centre for Animal Rehabilitation (Contract)

National Parks Board

Fixed Terms

Closing on 29 Sep 2025

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 part of the team to manage the operations at the Centre for Animal Rehabilitation and The Animal Lodge (TAL). You will be required to supervise contractors, handle public enquiries including the liaison with public, volunteers, animal welfare groups and caregivers and manage procurement and inventory services for the centre. As part of your daily work, you will also be assisting with the following:

  • Data management and analysis, regular maintenance and upkeep of facilities and equipment and workplace health and safety.
  • Oversee administrative tasks of the shelter including animal record keeping and procurement.
  • Assist with animal operations, including animal handling, care and husbandry.
  • Assist with the different duties, activities and programmes related to the Centre.

What we are looking for

  • One year experience with government procurement process preferred.
  • Experience managing tenders, contracts and workers; and project management preferred.
  • Relevant working experience in animal care or husbandry preferred.
  • Strong management and coordination skills, independent, self-motivated, meticulous and enthusiastic.
  • Independent and able to work effectively with others in a team environment.
  • Positive attitude, meticulous, energetic, possess good communication and interpersonal skills and passionate about animals.
  • Competent in Microsoft Office Applications.
  • Required to work on weekends and public holidays based on roster.

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 an 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.

About your application process

This job is closing on 29 Sep 2025.

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.