Wildlife Nutritionist

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) requires an enthusiastic, dedicated, professional and responsible person to manage the Animal Kitchen operations and staff including developing and implementing scientifically researched diets for animal species; evaluating the dietary requirements of all animals at the National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria and Mokopane campuses; ensuring that food is prepared as per diet sheets and feed quality and quantity is monitored; ensuring that animal food is prepared to approved hygiene standards; conducting budget management and procurement for the Animal kitchen; and providing advice and information on animal nutrition to stakeholders.

• Conduct research and evaluate nutritional needs of captive wildlife;
• Direct diet development and monitoring consumption;
• Manage procurement, storage and preparation of food;
• Conduct education awareness initiatives;
• Manage budget and compiling reports
• Execute supervisory responsibilities and manage risk; and
• Attend to staff development and team performance matters within the unit.