Animal Shelter Manager

2 weeks ago


Singapore Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, Singapore Full time


Roles & Responsibilities


The Shelter Manager is in charge of overseeing the day-to-day operations of SPCA's shelter with a focus on ensuring the well-being of all animals and the safety of staff and volunteers. The role involves maintaining a secure and healthy environment while implementing structured processes to uphold high welfare standards.

When resources are limited, the Shelter Manager may need to step in to fulfill the responsibilities of any supervised staff.

Main responsibilities:

  • Ensure smooth shelter operations, emphasizing optimal animal hygiene and welfare standards
  • Supervise and enhance internal processes for feeding, cleaning, medication, and enrichment for animals
  • Regularly inspect and address any service, welfare, or safety issues at the shelter
  • Report incidents such as work injuries, safety violations, or disease outbreaks to the Deputy Director (Shelter)
  • Efficiently assign shelter staff to their respective tasks
  • Train and guide new shelter employees
  • Develop and revise SOPs and safety procedures for shelter work in collaboration with the Operations Director and Deputy Director (Shelter)
  • Provide ongoing training to ensure adherence to protocols
  • Maintain SPCA's facilities and appearance
  • Coordinate with internal and external partners to promptly and safely handle facility maintenance and repairs
  • Lead training sessions for stakeholders, including AVS Contractors and partners
  • Create and supervise practical training programs for shelter volunteers

Other duties

  • Support ad-hoc events and SPCA-led projects

Requirements

  • Education: Minimum diploma, proficient in English
  • Preferably 3-5 years of experience in animal care
  • Passionate about animal welfare
  • Strong, charismatic leader with excellent interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented and meticulous


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Animal Care
Animal Welfare
Management Skills
Animal Husbandry
Interpersonal Skills
Animal Behavior
Risk Management
Animal Rights
Compliance
Project Management
Animal Handling
Team Management
Communication Skills
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