Volunteer

Northern Ireland Exotic Sanctuary; Belfast; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking dedicated volunteers to provide daily care for reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. This role involves feeding, cleaning enclosures, and monitoring health while contributing to animal enrichment activities and fundraising events. Join a passionate team committed to animal welfare and make a positive impact in the lives of neglected and abandoned exotic animals. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in animal care and work closely with management in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in reptile care and handling is essential.
• Knowledge in exotic animal behavior and health is preferred.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily care of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates.
• Assist with animal enrichment activities and fundraising events.
• Maintain a safe and enriching environment for animals.

Skills

Reptile care and handling

Knowledge in exotic animal behavior

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Physical task performance

Commitment to animal welfare

Previous volunteer experience

Job description

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland Exotic Sanctuary Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Northern Ireland Exotic Sanctuary is NI’s only dedicated reptile rescue. We take in unwanted, neglected and abandoned reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates.

Most of our residents are rehomed after rehabilitation, but as a non kill rescue, some of them will spend the rest of their natural lives with us for health or legal reasons.

Role Description

This is an on-site volunteer role located in Belfast for Northern Ireland Exotic Sanctuary. Volunteers will be responsible for daily care of reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates, including feeding, cleaning enclosures, and monitoring health. Tasks also include assisting with animal enrichment activities, fundraising events, and general sanctuary maintenance. Volunteers will work closely with management to ensure a safe and enriching environment for the animals and people alike.

Qualifications

• Experience in reptile care and handling
• Knowledge in exotic animal behavior and health
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to perform physical tasks
• Commitment to animal welfare and sanctuary values
• Previous volunteer experience is a plus

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