JOB SPECIFICATION FOR THE SANCTUARY MANAGER

JOB PURPOSE

The Sanctuary Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day Sanctuary Operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure that the Chimpanzee Health and Veterinary needs are efficiently monitored and
   attended to adequately and regularly.
2. Responsible for the Welfare of the Chimpanzees at Ngamba Island.
3. Ensure a high level of customer care to the guests received at the Island Including
   Guests, Researchers and volunteers.
4. Maintain the Environmental Management Policy System, Procedure and programs and
   ensure their strict implementation.
5. Support proper management of data collection and information management.
6. Ensure proper research procedures and programs are undertaken.
7. Adhere to effective implementation of “Sustainable Living on Lake Victoria” Programs.
8. Oversee all personnel at Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
9. Oversee all maintenance and repairs of equipment/buildings.
10. Track record, mitigation and report on any and all incidents/accidents /escapes etc.
11. Ensure compliance and adherence to all policies, procedures and protocols of the
    Chimpanzee Trust at Ngamba Island.
12. Advice Management and the Board on the welfare of Chimpanzees at Ngamba Island.
13. Report to the Executive Directors on a regular basis concerning Sanctuary Operations.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Medicine with at least 2
• years of clinical experience.
• A Master’s degree in a related field, as well as experience working with NGOs and
• rural communities is an added advantage.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCES/ SKILL SET

• Leadership and team management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Passion for wildlife protection and environmental conservation
• Knowledge of chimpanzee behavior and habitat preservation
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks efficiently
• Ability to exercise the highest level of responsibility and integrity.
• Planning and budgetary skills.

If you meet the above-required specifications, send your applications and credentials to:

The Recruitment Committee,

Chimpanzee Trust, Plot 1 Bank Close,

Entebbe, P.O. Box 884 Entebbe

Or email to: administration@ngambaisland.org

The closing date for receiving applications is 31 st January 2025.