• Full-time, 6 month fixed-term role to commence 14th February
• Based at Healesville Sanctuary
• Band 7 role with salary from $129,107 p.a. plus superannuation

Zoos Victoria operates three landmark zoos, Healesville Sanctuary, Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo. Victoria's zoos are made up of passionate, energetic and driven employees committed to fighting wildlife extinction. Every person, from the extensive range of disciplines, plays an important role in helping the organisation realise its vision to become a world leading zoo-based conservation organisation.

We are seeking experienced and senior professionals to lead the Life Sciences department at the Healesville Sanctuary on a full-time basis for 6 months. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to demonstrate and enhance their leadership skills.

As a member of the Sanctuary's Senior Management Team, this position is the leading strategist and tactician for the Sanctuary's wildlife and ensures that:

• Animals at Healesville Sanctuary are cared for according to Zoos Victoria's animal policies
• Zoo Victoria's conservation goals are integrated into animal management priorities and practices
• Animal health and welfare standards are world's best practice
• Wildlife experiences delivered to visitors by the Life Sciences Team embody Zoos Victoria's visitor engagement theme of 'Connect, Understand, Act'
• The Life Sciences Team is managed safely and to ensure the most effective use of all its resources
• Exhibit and animal display projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with Zoos Victoria's strategies
• The Life Sciences Team contributes to the planning of new exhibits, conservation projects, and education programs that increase public understanding of wildlife and wildlife conservation

For more information on this role, please refer to the position description on the Zoos Victoria website

Please submit a maximum two page cover letter, and resume by clicking on the 'Apply' link below.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Ross Williamson, Director: Healesville Sanctuary

Applications close 5pm, Thursday 13th January 2022

PLEASE NOTE - Interviews will be scheduled for 19th January, please confirm in your details that you would be able to make this date.

Zoos Victoria welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, Zoos Victoria will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability, illness or injury. If you require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hrhelpdesk@zoo.org.au and indicate your preferred method of communication (i.e. email, phone, text, National Relay Service) so we can meet your accessibility needs. 

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