General Curator - Project Manager

European Association Of Zoos And Aquaria; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading zoo and conservation organization in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced General Curator / Manager. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, overseeing animal care, leading the staff team, and ensuring high standards of animal welfare. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in animal care, strong leadership skills, and excellent communication. This position offers an opportunity to work in an exciting environment dedicated to wildlife conservation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in animal care with diverse species.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proactive, self-motivated, with problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily care and husbandry of all animal species.
• Lead and train a team of animal care professionals.
• Manage maintenance and cleanliness of animal enclosures.

Skills

Animal care management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school or college level coursework in biological sciences

Tools

MS Office

ZIMS software

Job description

European Association Of Zoos And Aquaria

Overview

We are searching for an experienced General Curator / Manager for an exciting facility in Saudi Arabia. You will be responsible for the day-to-day facility management, husbandry operations, zoo staff oversight, animal wellbeing, and maintenance of the site.

Duties

• Animal Care: Oversee the daily care and husbandry of all animal species in our facility.
• Ensure that all animals receive proper nutrition, enrichment, and medical attention as required.
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare and safety.
• Diet and Food Stock Management: Work with the vet team to develop and implement dietary plans for each animal species, taking into consideration their unique nutritional requirements.
• Establish relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and diverse food stock.
• Monitor food quality and safety, ensuring that all diets meet established standards.
• Maintain accurate records of feeding schedules, portion sizes, and dietary changes.
• Staff Management: Lead, train, and motivate a team of animal care professionals.
• Create schedules, assign tasks, and provide guidance to staff to ensure efficient operations.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork and professional development.
• Facility Management: Manage the maintenance and cleanliness of animal enclosures, exhibits, and related facilities.
• Collaborate with maintenance and construction teams for enclosure improvements and expansions.
• Reporting: Reporting daily / weekly / monthly on progress in accordance with the Client’s requirements.

Experience, Skills & Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in animal care, with a strong background in managing diverse animal species.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills within the English language and must be able to conduct themselves in a professional, positive manner with co-workers and guests.
• Must have a strong attention to detail and be proactive, self-motivated, independent, a problem solver and be able to work with intermittent guidance; also calls for flexibility and the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrated leadership and staff management experience.
• Computer literate (MS Office) proficiency with computers and ZIMS software applications.
• High school or college level course work desirable with a focus in any of the biological sciences.

Company Industry

• Entertainment
• Recreation
• Theme Parks

Department / Functional Area

• Projects

Keywords

• General Curator - Project Manager