2024 Dubai Safari Park Head of Zoology
2024 Dubai Safari Park Head of Zoology
2024 Dubai Safari Park Head of Zoology
Job Details
Organization Dubai Safari Park
Job Title Head of Zoology
Department Life Sciences
Unit Life Sciences
Reporting to Management
Location Dubai Safari Park
Role Overview
Role Summary Responsible to lead the strategic direction and management of the Life Sciences
department. This role encompasses oversight of conservation, education and
research, project management, and collaboration with key stakeholders to
facilitate breeding, animal exchanges and become part of European and American
animal associations.
Main Duties • Develop and implement the strategic vision for the Life Sciences
Department.
• Ensure alignment of departmental goals with the overall mission of Dubai
Safari Park.
• Promote a culture of excellence in zoology, veterinary services, research,
education, and outreach.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of faculty, researchers, and
support staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and manage departmental dynamics.
• Monitor and ensure the Zoo and animal collections are properly
maintained.
• Work with the curators to facilitate breeding programs and exchanges
with other zoological institutions locally/internationally.
• Work directly with the maintenance department in the development and
implementation of short and long-term plans for projects.
• Ensure safety protocols pertaining to the handling and care of exotic
animals are maintained.
• Develops and administers the life science’s budget; monitors and
authorizes expenditures related to animals.
• Oversees the collection’s veterinary health functions including medical
treatments and the administration of animal medications.