Assistant Curator/Curator, Elephant (2 Years Contract)

Mandai Wildlife Group is the steward of Mandai Wildlife Reserve, a unique wildlife and nature destination in Singapore that is home to world-renown wildlife parks which connect visitors to the fascinating world of wildlife. The Group is driving an exciting rejuvenation plan at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, adjacent to Singapore’s Central Catchment Nature Reserve, that will integrate five wildlife parks with distinctive nature-based experiences, green public spaces and an eco-friendly resort.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Animal Care and Welfare
• Overall in charge of general management of an assigned animal collection to the highest possible standards of animal care and welfare.
• Propose and implement the approved institutional collection plan, including liaising with other zoos and species coordinators regarding acquisition and disposition of specimen in accordance with the MWG Animal Acquisition Guidelines.
• Initiate, administer, and review protocols for animal care and keeper safety, including conducting and reviewing all emergency and safety drills.
• Work closely with the Veterinary Services to ensure optimal health care for the living collection.
• Zoological Operations / Project Management
• Overall in charge of zoological operations for the section, including team management and development.
• Propose and conduct preliminary budgeting for endorsement.
• Propose and coordinate the development of new animal programmes and assess existing ones.
• Propose, plan, design and oversee the construction of new exhibits, upgrading of existing exhibits and/or support services.
• Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of behavioural husbandry programmes.
• Develop, review and update all relevant policies and work procedures.
• Animal Care Research
• Conduct, facilitate and supervise animal care research and/or breeding programmes, and present them at meetings and annual conferences.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Zoology, Animal Sciences or the equivalent.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in managing a team of professionals in a zoological setting. Prior experience with structured visitor experiences is highly desirable.
• Demonstrates interest and expertise in the Biology / Zoology and captive management of a diverse selection of species as well as sound knowledge and understanding of zoo animal welfare and behavioural husbandry.
• Embraces a scientific approach to managing ex-situ populations in zoos and promote research-oriented, evidence-based animal care practices.
• Demonstrates sound knowledge of current issues relating to the conservation of wildlife and the role of zoos in the one-plan approach to saving species from extinction and the one-health approach concept.
• Possesses strong organisational skills, able to conduct document control, and write protocols and related documents.
• Possesses proven ability to manage and motivate staff.
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.