Executive Director

Executive Director

        

Seneca Park Zoo

Position Description: 

Provide overall creative and professional leadership and management to ensure the measurable  success and growth of the Seneca Park Zoo Society. Direct staff to meet and exceed the Zoo Society’s goals and guide them by the tenets of our mission, vision, values, By-Laws and Board of Trustees’ polices and direction. Initiate, support and provide the structure to implement  innovative education programs, capital improvement projects, financial strategies for success and cultivation of donors in line with the Society’s Guiding Principles. 

Responsibilities: 

• Provide creative, professional leadership to show measurable success and growth for the Seneca Park Zoo Society. 
• Maintain and encourage open communications with the Board of Trustees, Board Committees, County Administration and both staffs (Monroe County and Zoo Society) to foster a productive working environment and to promote our messages in a positive light. 
• Provide a structure to achieve the goals of the Zoo Society as set by the Board of Trustees and in keeping with the organization’s Guiding Principles. 
• Provide direction and support to the Associate Director, and four Department Directors, to established annual goals with clear outcomes that are measurable for tracking success.
•  Provide direction and leadership for all of the Society’s capital improvement projects in the areas of vision, design, conservation and educational components, funding, communication, coordination, Board/County/Community relations and fiscal responsibility to produce exhibits that meet our Mission and Guiding Principles. 
• Provide direction and support to the Development staff to aid them in identifying, cultivating and soliciting financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations, government and other sources to successfully meet and/or exceed their fundraising goals. 
• Provide direction that provides for clear, timely communication of information to internal and external audiences about matters of importance and interest. Ensure that our message is consistent, positive and adheres to our Guiding Principles.
• ​Consult and support the Communications Director to produce high quality, interesting and informative printed materials. 
• Assume a leadership role, which often includes the role of liaison, on Board of Trustees and Volunteer Committees. 
• Provide direction and support to the Associate Director to ensure the Zoo Society is fiscally responsible and that monthly financial reports are accurate and reflective of our financial health. 
• Provide direction and support for the Director of Education and Interpretation to ensure interpretive design and messaging is consistent throughout Zoo facility and educational programming exceeds the needs of our community. 
• Provide direction and support to the Visitor Services Director in an effort to continuously improve the quality of the experience and that best practices are being implemented to keep visitors engaged and enlightened. 
• Consistently cultivate and raise funds from individuals who can support the Zoo and maintain a quality stewardship for those donors. 
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Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. Master’s Degree preferred. 
• Previously held a management or high-level administrator position at a not-for–profit or conservation organization. 
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, public relations, communications, marketing, finance, human resources, strategic planning and community outreach. 

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, which includes your salary requirement, and resume to directorsearch@senecazoo.org. Only resumes submitted online will be accepted. 

Deadline to submit is November 15, 2013.

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Executive Director

EARS European Alliance of Rescue Centres and Sanctuaries

EARS is a network that supports and represents Animal Rescue Centres and Sanctuaries across Europe, enabling them to work together to achieve mutual animal welfare and conservation goals. EARS is a strong and effective European network and works to promote and achieve continuous improvements in animal welfare and tackle the very reasons that necessitate the existence of rescue centres and sanctuaries.

EARS is a new and evolving organisation with a great deal to achieve.

To help reach its goals EARS is looking for an

Executive Director  (16 - 20 hours per week)

Your role
You are responsible to develop and manage a membership based organisation focusing on supporting and delivering key processes and activities. In collaboration with the Board you develop strategy and implement the work plan of EARS. You execute the day-to-day management of the alliance, including budgeting and financial management and legal compliance. You will organize and support Board (and other) meetings and annual Partner meetings. You are the main contact point for Partner rescue centres and sanctuaries and develop relationships with rescue centres and sanctuaries across Europe interested in joining EARS. At national, regional and international levels you develop and maintain close contacts and good relationships with relevant institutions (government and non-governmental). You also develop and maintain communication tools for internal and external audiences: reports, websites, briefings, and leaflets. You seek funding for EARS initiatives and operations.

Your qualifications

• Working and thinking at an academic level (in a relevant subject: animal welfare and management, Wildlife conservation, NGO management)
• Experience and awareness of European rescue centre and sanctuary related issues.
• Experience with and knowledge of working in managing a network type organization.
• Sector-oriented knowledge and experience (NGO /animal welfare / conservation) will be an advantage.
• Managerial and administrative skills
• Good financial / budget management skills
• Strong networking and collaborating skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and diplomatic skills.
• Master of the English language, both written and spoken
• Ability to show initiative, work independently (self-motivated) and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and acquire knowledge and skills as required.
• Capable of working with common computer programs and applications and basic website maintenance (or willingness to learn the latter).

We offer
You will be an employee of EARS but the contract is currently managed by AAP Rescue Centre for Exotic Animals in the Netherlands. The starting salary ranges between € 1.762,- and € 2.292,- gross per month (bases on 20 hrs) and depends on relevant work experience.

Want to know more or apply right away? 
For further information call David van Gennep, Executive Director at AAP, or Erik Peeters, Operational Manager at AAP, phone number +31 (0)36 523 87 87. Check our website for further information about EARS:  www.ears.org
Send your application letter and CV before 26 August, mentioning number 2013-12-EARSED, preferably by e-mail to working.at@aap.nl or by regular mail to Stichting AAP, Postbus 50313, 1305 AH Almere, the Netherlands, for the attention of Elly Koppers, HR Coordinator.

Carrying out a practical assignment can be part of the application process. 

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Canada’s Accredited Zoos and Aquariums / Zoos et aquariums accrédité du Canada

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Board of Directors and working closely with the Association President, you will be responsible for the overall operations of the association and for ensuring sound human, financial and material resource management of the organization. You will plan, organize, direct and supervise the main activities of the Association in collaboration with the National Office team in accordance with the strategic guidelines adopted by the Board of Directors. You will make recommendations to the Board on its activities as well as on all standards, policies and procedures designed to have a medium- to long-term positive impact on the organization. In your role as spokesperson for the association, you will participate actively in raising its profile and developing its network of partners. You will represent the Association during discussions with external stakeholders and in the context of different events involving the general public and the Association’s partners, such as the associations to which it belongs and various levels of government. You will ensure strategic monitoring of the context in which the Association is evolving, while constantly paying attention to its operations, financial health and sustainability.

Key Experience and Competencies

·        Undergraduate university degree in a relevant discipline.

·        Ten years’ experience in a senior management position, working with a Board of Directors;

·        Ability and experience as a spokesperson.

·        A modern, unifying and honest manager, known for leadership, who knows how to voice authority and make courageous decisions.

·        Demonstrated ability to negotiate long-lasting business and financial partnerships, maintain a national and international network to raise the profile of the Association.

·        Capacity to communicate effectively with all levels inside and outside of the organization.

·        Strategic vision and capacity to translate this vision in concrete activities and results.

·        Solid financial management skills

·        Expertise and experience in strategic planning.

·        Passion for the Association’s mission.

·        Knowledge of the context in which the members of the national and international zoo and aquarium associations evolve (such as the AZA, AZAC and WAZA), as well as the challenges they face, would be an asset.

·        Demonstrated capacity to work effortlessly in English and the ability to communicate in fluent French is required.

CAZA-AZAC National Office is located in Ottawa.  The contract nature of this position allows flexibility in work location but proximity to Ottawa would be an asset.

Competitive contract terms to be negotiated.

Submit resume complete with desired renumeration by mail to:

 

Denise Prefontaine

CAZA-AZAC President

c/o Edmonton Valley Zoo

PO Box 2359

Edmonton, Alberta

T5J 2R7

Or via e-mail to:  Denise.Prefontaine@edmonton.ca

Application deadline:  May 22, 2013

Executive Director

Executive Director

An exciting opportunity to play a lead role in conservation as Executive Director of the high profile Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia.

The Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA) is committed to harnessing the collective resources of zoos and aquariums to conserve biodiversity in the natural environment. We are looking for a passionate Executive Director, who shares our vision, has the knowledge and expertise to provide strategic leadership and who will provide our industry with strong representation and advocacy.

 

The role is challenging and not for those looking to take a back seat. Reporting to the President of ZAA and the ZAA Board, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the Association. Specific responsibilities include:

• developing and implementing strategies for the regional zoo and aquarium industry;
• budget, financial and staff management;
• providing advocacy and advice on wildlife conservation and animal welfare; and
• effectively managing member, community and government relations.

To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate a drive for outstanding results in managing the team in areas such as member services, the operation and development of regional species management programs and the ZAA member accreditation program. Knowledge of best practice in zoo and aquarium strategy and operations is needed to support the management of healthy and sustainable collections and to encourage accreditation and the certification of high standards of animal care.

The preferred candidate will have experience at a senior management level and be able to demonstrate their strong influencing, persuading, and relationship management skills. They will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise workloads, and monitor and report on progress against strategies and plans.

This is an opportunity to work with a great team in an amazing, diverse environment which is home to people who are passionate about animals, community action and conservation. The role is located at Taronga Zoo in Sydney Australia. For further information check out the ED Position Description or contact Karen Fifield at karen.fifield@wellingtonzoo.com or +6443816752.

To apply please email your CV and covering letter to zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com or post it to Karen Fifield Chief Executive Wellington Zoo, 200 Daniell St Newtown Wellington 6012 New Zealand.

Applications must be received by Friday 8 February 2012.


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Executive Director - Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia

An exciting opportunity to play a lead role in conservation as Executive Director of the high profile Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia



The Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA) is committed to harnessing the collective resources of zoos and aquariums to conserve biodiversity in the natural environment. We are looking for a passionate Executive Director, who shares our vision, has the knowledge and expertise to provide strategic leadership and who will provide our industry with strong representation and advocacy.

The role is challenging and not for those looking to take a back seat. Reporting to the President of ZAA and the ZAA Board, the successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the Association. Specific responsibilities include:

• developing and implementing strategies for the regional zoo and aquarium industry;
• budget, financial and staff management;
• providing advocacy and advice on wildlife conservation and animal welfare; and
• effectively managing member, community and government relations.

To be successful in the role you will need to demonstrate a drive for outstanding results in managing the team in areas such as member services, the operation and development of regional species management programs and the ZAA member accreditation program. Knowledge of best practice in zoo and aquarium strategy and operations is needed to support the management of healthy and sustainable collections and to encourage accreditation and the certification of high standards of animal care.



The preferred candidate will have experience at a senior management level and be able to demonstrate their strong influencing, persuading, and relationship management skills. They will also have excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise workloads, and monitor and report on progress against strategies and plans.



This is an opportunity to work with a great team in an amazing, diverse environment which is home to people who are passionate about animals, community action and conservation. The role is located at Taronga Zoo in Sydney Australia.



For further information check out the Position Description at http://www.zooaquarium.org.au/index.php/executive-director/ or contact Karen Fifield at karen.fifield@wellingtonzoo.com or +6443816752



To apply please email your CV and covering letter to zooapplications@wellingtonzoo.com or post it to Karen Fifield Chief Executive Wellington Zoo, 200 Daniell St Newtown Wellington 6012 New Zealand.

Applications must be received by Monday 29^th October 2012. We are planning to interview shortlisted candidates in late November.

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