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Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Zoo Education and Research Intern

✔ Tukiyooo 2:49 AM Comment

Education and Research Intern

Howletts and Port Lympne are sister parks in Kent known within the UK and Europe for their high standards of animal welfare and captive breeding success. The parks house over 1,000 animals from a range of species (primarily mammals) and there are multiple-groups of many species, providing fantastic research opportunities. As a popular visitor attraction we aim to continually improve our educational programmes. We are therefore looking for enthusiastic candidates wanting to gain practical research experience in education or zoo welfare for a 6-12 month placement.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to run an extended research project (this will include producing a summary report), the results of which we will encourage you to get published and/or submit to present at a conference.

A BSc in zoology, animal behaviour, psychology, social science or similar would be advantageous but those from other backgrounds with a passion for conservation, education and captive research may be considered. You will need to be competent in statistical analysis, have experience of data collection, excellent ommunication skills, and be hard-working and enthusiastic.

Interns will work under the supervision of the Education department and in addition to running a research project there will be the opportunity to assist with various educational activities. They will also gain experience in the organisation of courses and workshops.

Working hours can be flexible but you will be required to commit to four days a week, which will include some weekends and bank holidays. Candidates must be available to start in June. Please note this in an unpaid position and we are unable to offer accommodation or expenses with this internship.

To apply by emailing a CV and covering letter or for more information please contact

amyob@aspinallfoundation.org.

Closing date: Monday 8 th July 2013

Interviews to be held w/c 15th July 2013

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Tuesday, May 21, 2013

PRIMATE KEEPER

✔ Tukiyooo 10:12 AM Comment

PRIMATE KEEPER
Howletts Wild Animal Park in Canterbury, Kent is recruiting for the full time position of Primate Keeper.
Applicants must have a proven track record in a similar position at a recognised zoological collection. You must possess good all round animal husbandry skills and be enthusiastic in contributing to the enrichment of the primate species around the park.
A practical and proactive approach, coupled with good organisation and communication skills and an overall understanding of the role of a modern animal collection is essential, as is a full clean driving licence.
Only applicants who fit the above criteria will be considered.
Single person accommodation may be available.
Howletts is a world class wildlife park run by the international conservation charity The Aspinall Foundation, and works to support a number of overseas conservation projects including the Java Primate Project in Indonesia. We are home to a collection of around 170 rare and endangered primates, including Javan gibbons, Dusky langurs, Sulawesi macaques, Pied tamarins and Gelada baboons to name a few.
We have recently built a rescue and rehabilitation centre in Java where rare Indonesian primates can be confiscated and taken care of; with a view to either returning them back to the wild or providing them with a better quality of life. Ultimately, captive bred animals may also relocate to the centre, providing offspring that could boost the wild population when reintroduction conditions are right.
Closing date: Friday 7^th June 2013 To apply:
Please email an up to date CV along with a covering letter to: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org Or post to:
Human Resources, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Lympne, Kent CT21 4PD.
Visit our website for further information:
www.aspinallfoundation.org

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Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Education and Research Intern

✔ Tukiyooo 10:26 AM Comment

Education and Research Intern

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to run an extended research project (this will include producing a summary report), the results of which we will encourage you to get published and/or submit to present at a conference.

A BSc in zoology, animal behaviour, psychology, social science or similar would be advantageous but those from other backgrounds with a passion for conservation, education and captive research may be considered. You will need to be competent in statistical analysis, have experience of data collection, excellent communication skills, and be hard-working and enthusiastic.

Interns will work under the supervision of the Education department and in addition to running a research project there will be the opportunity to assist with various educational activities. They will also gain experience in the organisation of courses and workshops.

Working hours can be flexible but you will be required to commit to four days a week, which will include some weekends and bank holidays. Candidates must be available to start in June. Please note this in an unpaid position and we are unable to offer accommodation or expenses with this internship.

Please apply by emailing a CV and covering letter to amyob@aspinallfoundation.org.

Closing date: Tuesday 28^th May 2013

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Monday, January 28, 2013

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Floating Keeper

✔ Tukiyooo 7:02 PM Comment

Howletts Floating Keeper

Howletts Wild Animal Park in Canterbury,

Kent

is recruiting for an experienced

Floating Animal Keeperwhose time will be divided between the five animal sections in the park.

Howletts Wild Animal Park is renowned for its collections of primates and large mammals.

The position requires an enthusiastic, self motivated person with experience working within a mainstream wild animal collection as they will be required to work with a broad range of species including carnivores, elephants, ungulates and primates.

This is a physically demanding position so candidates must be physically fit, self motivated and have a genuine interest in conservation and wildlife. A valid driving licence is essential and a firearms licence, animal related qualification or relevant experience would be advantageous.

Working 40 hours a week, five days out of seven 8.00am to 5.00pm possibly including weekends and bank holidays.

To apply: email your C.V. and covering letter to personnel@aspinallfoundation.org

or send to Ms Maxine Horn, Human Resources Department, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Lympne, Nr. Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PD.

Closing date for applications: 28th February 2013

Please visit our website: http://www.aspinallfoundation.orgto find out more about us, the African Safari Experiences and our Short Breaks.

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Thursday, January 24, 2013

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Primate Keeper Internship

✔ Tukiyooo 10:42 PM Comment

Primate Keeper Internship (unpaid)

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic person who wants to gain valuable zoo animal keeping experience, to work alongside keepers on the Primate Section at Howletts Wild Animal Park and benefit from getting involved in our ground breaking reintroduction projects.

Howletts Wild Animal Park, situated near Canterbury in Kent, works in conjunction with The Aspinall Foundation, a charity committed to conservation and the reintroduction of captive bred species back into their natural habitats. Howletts is proud to be home to a collection of around 160 rare and endangered primates, including Javan Gibbons, Dusky Langurs, Sulawesi Macaques, Pied Tamarins and Gelada Baboons.

The Aspinall Foundation manages a number of projects across the world including Congo, Gabon, Madagascar and Indonesia. In February we are reintroducing a group of captive born Javan Langurs and a Javan Gibbon to our reserve in Indonesia and a further group of Javan Gibbons will be sent

“Back to the Wild” later this year.

We are looking for candidates who are willing to commit to a minimum of 6 months to a maximum of 12 months and be willing and available to work from 8am to 5pm, 5 days per week. Weekend work and bank holidays may be required.

This is a physically demanding position so candidates must be physically fit, self motivated and have a genuine interest in conservation and primates. This is an unpaid internship that would benefit someone already qualified or established in conservation or animal care.

A valid driving licence is required for the internship and please be aware that unfortunately we are unable to offer accommodation.

To find out more about us please visit our web site: www.aspinallfoundation.org.

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Please apply by emailing a CV and covering letter outlining why you are the right person for the internship to:

Jo Bonner - joannab@aspinallfoundation.org.

Please put the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing date: Monday 11^th February 2013

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Elephant Keeper Internship

✔ Tukiyooo 10:38 PM Comment

Elephant Keeper Internship (unpaid)

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic person who wants to gain valuable zoo animal keeping experience, to work alongside keepers on the Elephant Section at Howletts Wild Animal Park and learn more about the conservation and care of one of the largest captive breeding herds of African Elephants in Europe.

Howletts Wild Animal Park, situated near Canterbury in Kent, works in conjunction with The Aspinall Foundation, a charity committed to the conservation and reintroduction of captive bred species back into their natural habitats. The Aspinall Foundation manages a number of projects across the world including Congo, Gabon, Madagascar and Indonesia. In 2012 as part of our “Back to the Wild” campaign we will reintroduce a number of captive born Javan langurs and Javan gibbons to our reserve in Indonesia and return a family group of captive born Western lowland gorillas to our protected reserve in Gabon.

We are looking for candidates who are willing to commit to a minimum of 6 months or a maximum of 12 months and be willing and available to work from 8am to 5pm, 5 days per week. Some weekend work and bank holidays may be expected.

This is a physically demanding position so candidates must be physically fit, self motivated and have a genuine interest in conservation, wildlife and African elephants. This is an unpaid internship that would benefit someone already qualified or established in conservation or animal care who is excited by the prospect of having the opportunity to work with these amazing, intelligent creatures.

You will need a valid driving licence for the internship and please be aware that unfortunately we are unable to offer accommodation.

To find out more about us please visit our web site: www.aspinallfoundation.org.

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Please apply by emailing a CV and covering letter outlining why you are the right person for the internship to:

Jo Bonner - joannab@aspinallfoundation.org.

Please put the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing date: Monday 11^th February 2013

Please mention Zoo News Digest should you apply for this post

Please also consider advertising your vacancy here in Zoo Jobs. Simply send it as an attachment or within the body of your email to elvinhow@gmail.com

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Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Deputy Education Supervisor

✔ Tukiyooo 5:06 AM Comment

Deputy Education Supervisor

(Salary £14-15,000)

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Howletts & Port Lympne Wild Animal Parks are part of The Aspinall Foundation, a charity committed to protecting rare and endangered animals from extinction through captive breeding and reintroduction programmes.

Currently we are seeking a self-motivated, enthusiastic and confident person to help undertake our expanding education commitments. Duties of the role include presenting scheduled education talks to our visitors; presenting talks to schools and bespoke groups; to man the education centres; to provide guided walks with small groups; to deliver our experience days; and to engage in our outreach programme which provides educational talks at various external venues.

This role also requires the applicant to support the Supervisor in the management and coordination of a team of 6 education officers. This team covers both Howletts & Port Lympne Parks to ensure the highest levels of conservation education. We are therefore looking for a proactive individual with proven people skills, who can demonstrate supervisory skills gained from previous management experience. An ability to be reactionary to last minute changes is essential, in order to deal with the day-to-day demands of the department. The candidate will need to be highly computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and preferably Access) to assist in managing the department’s rota and budgetary requirements and will be required to represent the department at internal and external meetings in the absence of the Supervisor.

The candidate will be educated to degree level in a relevant subject. They will also have previous experience working in an educational role gained in an established learning/educational faculty. Extensive experience in presenting talks to the public is essential. Also required is an extensive knowledge of exotic wildlife and global conservation issues.

The role is split between the parks so the successful candidate will be required to work at both. Candidates must therefore have a full valid driving license and their own transport.

Working 40 hours per week on a five day rota basis, candidates must be prepared to work weekends and public holidays. A full job specification is available on our website.

To apply: email your c.v. and covering letter to personnel@aspinallfoundation.org or send to Ms Maxine Horn, Human Resources Department, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Lympne, Hythe, Kent, CT21 4PD.

Closing date for applications: 25^th January 2013

Please visit our website: www.aspinallfoundation.orgto find out more about us, our African Safari Experiences and Short Breaks.

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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Enrichment and Research Internship (unpaid)

✔ Tukiyooo 8:47 AM Comment

Enrichment and Research Internship (unpaid)

Howletts and Port Lympne are sister parks in Kent housing over 1000 animals from a range of species (primarily mammals). We have multiple-groups of many of these species, providing fantastic research opportunities. We are therefore looking for enthusiastic graduate students wanting to gain practical experience in zoo welfare and research for a 6 month to 1 year placement working between both parks.

The successful applicant will have the opportunity to run an extended research project, the results of which could be submitted to a research/enrichment conference. They will also gain experience in the organisation of courses and workshops as well as zoo based research with a wide variety of species.

We are looking for someone with a BSc in zoology, animal behaviour, psychology or similar, who has a passion for conservation and captive research. You will need a good knowledge of statistics programmes such as SPSS, have experience of data collection with various animal species, good communication skills, a full clean driving license and your own transport and a flexible approach to working hours is essential.

Working three to four days a week which will include some weekends, ideally we are looking for someone to start in early September.

Applicants will be short listed for interview in early August. Please be aware that we are unable to offer accommodation with this internship.

Please apply by emailing a CV and covering letter to: Mark Kingston Jones - research@aspinallfoundation.org.

Closing date: 10^th Aug 2012

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EXPERIENCED PRIMATE KEEPER

✔ Tukiyooo 8:24 AM Comment

EXPERIENCED PRIMATE KEEPER

Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent is recruiting for the position of Primate Keeper.

Applicants must have a proven track record in a similar position at a recognised zoological collection. They must posses good all round animal husbandry skills and be enthusiastic in contributing to the enrichment of the primate species around the park.

A proactive approach coupled with good organisation and communication skills and an overall understanding of the role of the modern animal collection is essential, as is a full clean driving licence.

Only applicants who fit the above criteria will be considered and acknowledged.

Single person accommodation may be available.

Howletts is a world class wildlife park run by the international conservation charity The Aspinall Foundation, and works to support a number of overseas conservation projects including the Java Primate Project in

Indonesia

. We are home to a collection of around 160 rare and endangered primates, including Javan gibbons, Dusky langurs, Sulawesi macaques, Pied tamarins and Gelada baboons to name a few.

We have recently built a rescue and rehabilitation centre in Java where rare Indonesian primates can be confiscated and taken care of; with a view to either returning them back to the wild or providing them with a better quality of life. Ultimately, captive bred animals may also relocate to the centre, providing offspring that could boost the wild population when reintroduction conditions are right.

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Closing date: Wednesday 15^th August 2012

To apply:

Please submit an up to date CV along with a covering letter stating the position applied for to: Sharon Bell, Human Resources, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Lympne, Kent CT21 4PD. E-mail: personnel@aspinallfoundation.org

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