Veterinary Department Administrator

Position: Veterinary Department Administrator (Full-Time / Permanent)

Salary: £26,272 (Inclusive of London Weighting)

Location: ZSL London Zoo

About Us: 

The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by carrying out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation action.

Overview of Role: 

ZSL is currently looking for a Veterinary Department Administrator to facilitate, through the daily co-ordination of the clinical and pathological teams, the smooth running of the Veterinary Department and its research, education and conservation activities.

Main duties of the role will include: 

• Administrative tasks (such as maintaining the filing systems) for the Veterinary Department, primarily at London Zoo, with regular visits to Whipsnade Zoo to help achieve the department’s strategic aims.
• Organise meetings, drawing up and issuing papers in consultation with the Head of Veterinary Services and minute taking as appropriate.
• Co-ordinate all legislative requirements within the department, including; Zoo Licensing Act and Veterinary Medicines Directorate policy, professional memberships and CPD, COSHH, risk assessments).
• Support all students including; EMS, Trackers, Residents, VN Interns and Work Experience, visiting researchers).
• Organise rotas to provide continuous clinical cover at both zoos.
• Assist with travel and CPD arrangements for department members.
• Maintain and update webpages for the department.
• Support the department in the maintenance and purchase of various equipment, drugs and disposables to enhance capacity, including the drafting of CIAP papers
• Provide cross-directorate support to/deputise for other Zoological administrators in their absence, in order to maintain continuity as appropriate.

The ideal candidate will: 

• Have prior experience in administrative capacity and be comfortable completing a range of tasks.
• Be able to work independently and intensively, managing a busy work schedule.
• Be able to produce succinct and timely reports.
• Demonstrate professionalism towards sensitive and confidential information.
• Have a proven track record of working effectively within a team (Essential).
• Have excellent numerical, written communication and computer skills.
• Be able to remain flexible according to changing situations.

To Apply:

Applicants should apply through ZSL’s website www.zsl.org/jobs and include a CV and a covering letter detailing relevant experience and skills and stating why they want the position. We regret that we will only be able to contact applicants who have been selected for interview. Closing date for applications is 29th May 2016.

Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 29th May 2016

The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: no. 208728.