current vacancies
Job Title: Reptile General Manager
Location: Limpopo, South Africa
Position Type: Full-time
We’re on the hunt for a dynamic and experienced General Manager to lead the team at one of South Africa’s premier reptile conservation facilities. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career while working in the heart of the Lowveld wilderness. Join us in shaping the future of reptile conservation at a modern, world-class facility dedicated to the protection and care of these incredible species.
The team you will be joining:
Hoedspruit Reptile Centre is a conservation-focused facility in Hoedspruit, Limpopo, dedicated to educating the public about reptiles and their habitats, offering interactive experiences and promoting awareness of wildlife preservation.
Who we need: We are seeking a candidate with the following qualifications: Outstanding organisational and planning abilities Experience managing a zoo (herpetology department) In-depth knowledge of reptile husbandry and welfare Proficient financial planning skills Exceptional scheduling capabilities Human resources or strong people management skills Must be outgoing and extroverted Attention to detail with a commitment to perfection Your responsibilities: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of every facet of the facility Oversee all animal welfare and husbandry Manage the animal collections Administrative duties; ensuring all record systems are up-to-date Occasionally conduct various tours and training (public) People/team management Design and implement in-house training for staff & volunteers Manage the volunteer programme Conduct regular inspections of all areas of the zoo Manage equipment and consumables stock What we need from you: South African Residency, living in Hoedspruit Minimum of 5 years experience in a senior zoo management role South African driver’s licence and own vehicle Sober habits Remuneration is to be discussed upon application. Send CV and cover letter to: chris@hoedspruitreptilecentre.com Applications now open: 4 December 2024 Closing date for applications: 22 December 2024
Job Title: Social Media Volunteer
Want to travel abroad and join our wildlife vets working around the world? Passionate about wildlife conservation and animal welfare? Social media rockstar with a creative flare?
What You’ll Do: 6 month internship Help gather exciting content from our wildlife and domestic vet clinics Share updates on our charity’s work Create engaging content and inspire others to get involved What’s in it for you? Travel to Africa or other awesome locations to work hands-on with our vets Be part of a mission-driven charity, making an impact Grow your skills in social media, content creation, and digital marketing Work remotely Gain industry experience with wildlife and domestic vet work Receive lessons and guidance from our social media manager What we require? Remote work: Approx 15 hours a week Duration: 6 months Strong understanding of social media and marketing strategies A creative, proactive, self-driven team player You will love working with Insta, FB, TikTok, YouTube etc Be available to travel for at least 2 weeks during your internship Past experience with travel and vet/nurse/rescue work is a bonus To apply CVs to work@worldwide-vets.org Please include a short covering letter Applications are open until 15th of November 2024. Kindly note, you will only receive a response from Worldwide Vets if further details are requested or you are offered an interview. About Us: Worldwide Vets is a dynamic charity dedicated to improving animal welfare globally. We run veterinary and husbandry projects around the world, focusing on all species (wildlife, horses, dogs and cats), providing essential services to underserved communities. Our mission is to make a positive impact on the lives of animals and the people who care for them.
