FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organisation for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Find out more about our sustainable campaigns and projects on www.four-paws.org.

Would you like to contribute to something meaningful and work with us on our mission? This is your chance. We are looking for dedicated people to enrich our team.

Your contribution will be

• Implementing the daily (medical) care, husbandry practices, and creating species-appropriate enrichments for all the animals in your care, while strictly adhering to all safety protocols
• Ensuring that the trainee under your care is receiving the best possible instruction in areas of animal care, husbandry practices, animal training and behaviour and is adhering to all safety and security, and hygiene protocols
• Giving interesting and memorable tours to create an emotional bond between visitors and the animals
• Monitoring animal behaviour in regard of the special care function of FELIDA
• Daily monitoring and documenting of animal health conditions and any changes in behaviour

Your profile ideally illustrates

• A relevant degree as a zoo keeper and knowledge of biology, animal behavior, etc. required
• Experience in working with big cats a plus
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations when dealing with wild animals
• Ability to work independently
• Driver’s license, required
• Practical, adaptable, creative, hardworking, problem solver
• Passion for animal welfare and FOUR PAWS vision and mission

Our offer includes

• The opportunity to truly contribute to global animal welfare
• A multinational team with the spirit of being ONE FOUR PAWS
• A dynamic and pleasant working environment in a motivated team

We reveal, rescue and protect unique animals from many different species through systems change and by creating species-appropriate environments at our sanctuaries!

We celebrate our colleagues' differences and strive to create an inclusive environment because we believe that only by working together, we can advance animal welfare worldwide. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strongly encourage candidates from all diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals with diverse lived experiences, racial identities, national origins, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and disability statuses to apply (eliminate). We welcome everyone who wants to support our mission. Please contact juno.van.zon@four-paws.org if you require assistance applying to this position.

All interested individuals are invited to submit their applications for the position. Please note that in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, having a valid work permit for the respective country or being eligible to obtain one is a requirement for this position prior to commencing employment.

Join our passionate team to make a difference for animals. Apply with your CV and cover letter in English today via: