Assistant Animal Birth Control Programmes Manager

Job Purpose*

The position will be responsible for Animal Birth Control Programmes (the programmes) including but not limited to:

• Assist the Deputy Director to plan, develop, organize and manage the programmes and activities according to the mission and strategy of the Society.
• Lead the team to ensure the efficient and effective execution of the day-to-day administration work, operational procedures and accurate reports of the programmes.
• Liaise with related parties, internal and external on matters involving the programmes.

Roles & Responsibilities* 

• Monitor the strategic plan, policy development, Standard Operation Protocols (SOP) review and updates, project plan and implementation of the programmes.
• Oversee the preparation and the activities of the programmes and drive the team to proceed continuous improvement of the programmes.
• Review data collection and analysis methods, equipment used and performance to find ways of increasing effectiveness, improving results, or effecting economies in operational activities of the programmes.
• Ensure all information pertaining to volunteers & programmes animals are computerized and that records are in good order; eg. in RxWorks, on the website, in Access DataBase, etc.
• Conduct and develop proposals for promoting the programmes in line with SPCA mission and long-term objectives of promoting good animal welfare and the highest standards of animal care.
• Associate with the development of alternative funding activities and sources for the programmes.
• Be aware of public relations issues involving the Welfare Department and liaise with AFCD, private veterinary surgeons, carers, volunteers and any other relevant bodies maintaining a good working relationship.
• Lead field works including identifying new locations of the programmes, conducting site visits, interviewing carers/potential carers, and assisting in village campaigns where / when indicated with the Coordinator of the programmes and Inspectorates.
• Respond to public inquiries about the programmes.
• Interview, liaise, train and manage volunteers who support the programmes.
• Monitor performance and staffing needs and conduct timely performance reviews and/or coaching to the team.

Qualification*

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications.

Requirements*

• At least 2 years relevant experience in animal welfare or veterinary field.
• Good command of both spoken and written English and Cantonese.
• Excellent planning, implementation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with people at different levels.
• Ability to establish and maintaining effective working relationships with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• With animal handling experience and an understanding of animal welfare issues across the species.
• Genuine interest in animal welfare.
• Having a valid vehicle license (Class 1 & 2) and relevant driving experience will be an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office.

All information provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used only for recruitment purpose. Please submit your full resume with expected salary to the Human Resources Department, SPCA (HK), 5 Wan Shing Street, Wanchai, HK or Email to hr@spca.org.hk. Please quote the job title in your email subject for our easy reference.