Veterinarian
1 week ago
WILDLIFE VETERINARIAN
African Wildlife Vets is a non-profit organisation, NPO. We provide veterinary support to wildlife protected areas through funding veterinarians, pharmaceuticals, equipment, and other veterinary operation costs.
African Wildlife Vets relies solely on donations to operate.
POSITION
With the generous support of XContent, African Wildlife Vets (AWV) wishes to employ a full-time wildlife veterinarian. This donor-funded position is ongoing and contingent on the continued availability of funds.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the welfare of wildlife in veterinary, conservation operations within protected areas that request AWV's support.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION
This is a live-in position. Accommodation: Single bedroom unit with a kitchen, small lounge and bathroom. No pets.
The nature of the work will involve irregular work hours and will likely include weekends.
LOCATION
Based in Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, servicing Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife protected areas in KwaZulu-Natal Province.
QUALIFICATIONS
BVSc or equivalent is mandatory
Registration with SAVC is mandatory
Driver's license
EXPERIENCE
• A minimum of 1 years' experience in a Clinical Veterinary Practice
• Experience with working with wildlife
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS / ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Disease Management
Disease Control Programme Implementation
Disease and Injury Treatment
Animal Welfare Standard Maintenance
Forensic Investigations
Client Engagement
Donor Engagement
KEY COMPETENCIES
Wildlife Veterinary Medicine.
Health and safety policies,
Relevant Legislation
Pharmacology (Wildlife)
Physiology (Wildlife)
Pathology
Communication
Interpersonal relationship and good negotiation skills
Report writing
REMUNERATION
Dependent on experience (R to R per annum).
APPLICATIONS
Applicants may send the following documents to
Full CV
1 paragraph motivation
Proof of Qualifications
SAVC Registration
Valid Drivers License
*Your personal information will be kept confidential.
