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Animal Control Field Officer for the Philippines

Position Objectives:

• To respond to calls from Metro Manila and Luzon provincial residents seeking assistance with various animal-related issues
• To provide animals in distress with immediate rescue and care

Term of Employment:

Full-time

Reports to:

Vice President

Location:

Manila, Philippines (Campaigns headquarters)

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct animal care fieldwork locally and in Luzon provinces
• Provide assistance with companion-animal care, pick up injured or unwanted animals (including wildlife), and trap feral animals
• Conduct investigations involving neglected or abused animals
• File complaints with local authorities in situations requiring legal intervention and follow up to ensure that action is taken
• Work to build PETA's efforts to promote spaying and neutering
• Care for animals in PETA's custody
• Arrange spaying and neutering appointments with local veterinarians and transport animals to appointments when needed
• Maintain a daily log of animals handled and other related paperwork
• Keep detailed documentation of cases handled, including photographing animals' conditions when appropriate
• Handle incoming calls for assistance and prepare case sheets
• Participate in the rotation of the 24-hour emergency cell phone
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two years of animal-handling experience
• Proven effective problem-solving and crisis-management skills
• Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and discretion
• Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Proven ability to coordinate several tasks at once and handle frequent interruptions
• Demonstrated ability to manage time wisely and prioritize tasks
• Willingness and ability to be on 24-hour emergency call
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance on a regular basis
• Ability to engage in frequent bending, stooping, crawling, lifting, reaching, and stair-climbing
• A valid driver's license is an asset
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization

To apply for a position with People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) Asia, please complete this form. Because of the high number of submissions that PETA Asia receives, applications are not accepted by any other means. Depending on your experience and your country of residence, some positions may require you to work as an independent contractor. Independent contractors are not employees and are not entitled to benefits.