Wildlife Management and Outreach Manager

NPB National Parks Board; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to animal welfare and wildlife management. This role involves engaging with the community on wildlife issues, managing bird populations, and conducting ecological research. You will play a crucial part in promoting wildlife conservation and ensuring compliance with the Wildlife Act. Ideal candidates will have a background in biological or environmental sciences and possess strong communication skills. If you are passionate about wildlife and enjoy outdoor work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in wildlife operations and public engagement is advantageous.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently in varied outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bird population management and feedback strategies.
• Implement wildlife outreach programs and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Public Engagement

Wildlife Operations

Ecological Research

Database Management

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Biological Science

Degree in Environmental Science

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.

The Wildlife Management Division in NParks is the first responder for all wildlife-related feedback in Singapore, and engages the community on human-wildlife encounters in our City in Nature as part of our multi-pronged approach.

What you will be working on

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to be part of our team to help in feedback management, wildlife population management and stakeholders’ engagement.

With a focus on urban birds feedback and population management, the work scope will range from public and stakeholders engagement, applied ecological research, direct conflict interventions and database management.

Key duties include the following:

• Oversee bird related matters, such as population management strategies, feedback management, database management, enforcement of the Wildlife Act and involvement in applied ecological research.
• Oversee and implement wildlife-related outreach programmes and engagements for the community, stakeholder groups and agencies.

What we are looking for

• Areas of studies in Biological or Environmental Science or other related disciplines.
• Relevant working experience in implementing innovation projects, wildlife operations and public engagement will be an advantage.
• Demonstrate punctuality and adherence to operational schedules.
• An organized, creative and resourceful team player who is able to work independently with good interpersonal skills.
• Possess good written and oral communication skills.
• Able to multi-task in performing a diverse range of duties, including enforcement when required.
• Enjoy working in an outdoor field environment.
• Willing to work on weekends and after office hours.

Office Location: Dairy Farm Nature Park, 100 Dairy Farm Rd, Singapore 679057

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered a two-year employment contract with the possibility of extension.