Animal Caretaker Primate Department (32 hours per week)

• You are responsible for the daily care of the primates. 
• In practice your job will largely include cleaning, feeding, observing, providing  behavioral enrichment, assisting in the rehabilitation of the animals and guiding and training a number of volunteers and students.
• You monitor food and water intake and the general behavior and health of the animals.
• Administrative tasks are part of your daily routine.
• You will be personally responsible for some department wide projects.  
• You carry out easy maintenance work according to agreements and instructions.
• The team is self-coordinating. You will work closely with other Animal Caretakers, forming part of a team of 14 people.
• You will work according to standard (safety) procedures, protocols and a hands-off policy.
• The Team Leader of the department will manage you.

 What do we offer?

• An opportunity to develop yourself in the field of animal care.
• An inspiring working environment situated in the green heart of Almere. Within easy reach of the cities Amsterdam and Utrecht.
• A position with social value and relevance, within an international company.  
• A professional work place that encourages and supports dedication, accessibility and vigorousness.
• A temporary contract for 32 hours per week for 12 months with the possibility to extension to a maximum of 3 years total. Starting date will be 1 October 2024. 
• Salary between € 1,870 and € 2,261 gross per month (based on 32 hours) depending on relevant work experience, with room for growth within the function. 
• 8% Holiday allowance on the gross annual salary.
• 24 days holiday per year (based on a full-time contract).
• A good and sustainable pension arrangement.

What do you bring?

• Affinity with the goals of AAP.
• Minimum MBO level 3 (education level NLQF3/ EQF3 or higher).
• Experience in working with primates in captivity is essential.
• Good physical condition and ability to work under stress.
• Prepared to work weekends and public holidays.
• Capable of working independently as well as being a team player.  
• Taking initiative.
• Discipline to work with protocols and work ethics.
• Prepared to share knowledge and information.
• Competent in English, both oral and written.
• Capable of working with relevant computer software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc).

Do you want more information or apply directly?

Enthusiastic, but still some questions? Please call Jon Klein Hofmeijer, Team Leader Primate department. Phone number +31 (0)36 5238 755. Send your application letter and cv by using the green application button. The closing date is the 7th of July 2024.

A practical assignment can be part of the application process.

Only people with the right to work within Europe will be considered for this application.

Why Stichting AAP?

At AAP we give shape to an ideal in a professional manner: to improve the welfare of abused or neglected exotic mammals from all over Europe. We advocate for better laws and are an internationally renowned expert. Our commitment demonstrably makes the difference.

AAP operates two rescue and rehabilitation facilities, one in Almere (the Netherlands) and one in Villena (Spain). We rescue animals from illegal trade, circuses or private owners and help them recover both mentally and physically. When they are rehabilitated and ready to move on, we find them good forever homes in reserves or zoos.

In Almere we have 93 employees and more than 200 volunteers. We work in a spacious and modern location, in the middle of the green heart of Almere. Our office and facility center are located on the same grounds as our rescued animals. Nowhere else can you see the result of your work so directly!

In Villena we have 24 employees and 16 volunteers.

Check out our website www.aap.eu and follow our stories on social media!