Veterinarian / Senior Veterinarian - Licensing

National Parks Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Parks Board is seeking a dedicated professional for their Veterinary Licensing Branch, focusing on overseeing licensing processes, policy management, and inter-agency collaborations. This role is vital in maintaining professional standards within the veterinary industry, ensuring compliance, and fostering effective stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Areas of study in Veterinary Science or relevant subject area.
• Experience in veterinary practice or equivalent preferred.
• Strong team player with initiative, drive, good time management.

Responsibilities

• Main touchpoint for all professional licensing-related processing.
• Develop and implement a disciplinary framework for veterinary professionals.
• Provide secretarial support to the Veterinary Council.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Veterinary Science or relevant subject area

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What the role is:

The Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS), a cluster of NParks, safeguards the health and welfare of animals through comprehensive and integrated programmes and works closely with partners in the veterinary and animal-related industries to strengthen capacities and enhance competencies in animal health and welfare. It is the main touch-point on animal and veterinary matters in Singapore and the first responder for all animal-related feedback. It also conducts public education and engagement programmes to foster a humane and gracious society for all, where pet owners, communities, and animals co-exist in greater harmony within our City in Nature.

What you will be working on:

You will be part of the Licensing Branch under the Industry Standards and Regulatory Division. You will also be part of the Veterinary Council (VC) Secretariat, playing a key role in enforcing professional standards within the veterinary industry.

Your scope of work includes:

• Main touchpoint for all professional licensing-related processing and feedback
• Perform endorsement of Certificates
• Develop and work on IT system development, and enhancements
• Develop and administer new scheme(s), including evaluating applications, and making recommendations to the VC on the suitability of the applicants
• Manage policies and continuing education and professional development of veterinary professionals
• Develop and implement a comprehensive disciplinary framework for veterinary professionals
• Provide secretarial support to the VC
• Maintain and update databases related to veterinary professionals, investigations and disciplinary actions
• Ensure alignment with relevant frameworks and standards
• Maintain strong working relationship with various stakeholders (e.g. organising annual dialogues)
• Review of regime and policies
• Provide support for projects undertaken by department and organisation
• Participate in inter-agency conversations, projects and community engagement activities

What we are looking for:

• Areas of study in Veterinary Science or relevant subject area.
• Experience in veterinary practice or equivalent is preferred
• Experience in disciplinary procedures, regulatory bodies or enforcement is highly advantageous
• Strong team player with initiative, drive, good time management and organisational skills
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive situations, and build strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Good IT skills e.g. sound applied knowledge of Microsoft Office, and ability to learn new in-house IT software applications

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About National Parks Board

At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.