Transformational COO: Shelter Ops & Welfare Leader

The Lost Dogs' Home; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous remuneration package

Career development opportunities

Discounts at Vet Hospital

Employee Assistance Program

Unique work environment with animals

Job summary

An animal welfare organization located in Melbourne is seeking a passionate Chief Operating Officer to lead their transformation efforts in sheltering and animal welfare. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in animal management, demonstrate strategic thinking, and have a successful track record in a multi-site shelter environment. This role involves overseeing various teams, ensuring compliance, driving operational efficiency, and building relationships with stakeholders to deliver optimal welfare outcomes.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of contemporary animal management models in shelters.
• Proven capability to develop leaders at all levels in a senior operational role.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with budget oversight experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for Shelter Operations across all sites.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Drive integrated shelter practices to achieve welfare-driven outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Animal management

Strategic thinking

Relationship management

Education

Experience in animal welfare

Job description

An animal welfare organization located in Melbourne is seeking a passionate Chief Operating Officer to lead their transformation efforts in sheltering and animal welfare. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in animal management, demonstrate strategic thinking, and have a successful track record in a multi-site shelter environment. This role involves overseeing various teams, ensuring compliance, driving operational efficiency, and building relationships with stakeholders to deliver optimal welfare outcomes.