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KWPLH, East Kalimantan, Borneo (relisted 19 March) Volunteer Vet Nurses
Veterinary help needed in Indonesian Borneo
Help improve animal welfare in Indonesia by sharing your skills and experience!
Facility and Program Description:
Kawasan Wisata Pendidikan Lingkungan Hidup (KWPLH) is an environmental education center located in Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, Indonesian Borneo. The facility’s goal is to increase environmental awareness and animal welfare. In addition to our animal programmes, the facility has several education buildings, picnic areas and playgrounds. To see a full description of the KWPLH’s facilities and goals visit www.beruangmadu.org or email us.
KWPLH provides a wonderful accommodation in the form of a forested enclosure for 6 sun bears rescued from the illegal pet trade. Sun bears are the mascot of Balikpapan, and many of our current education programs focus on this species.
Our Domestic Animal Program was created in response to the frequent dumping of kittens/puppies at KWPLH. We have attempted to establish a safe home for abandoned animals and a sterilization and adoption program. We currently have 110+ cats under our care as well as close to 30 dogs, and occasionally take care of other rescued wildlife species whenever brought to the center (macaque, civets, slow loris, birds).
The goals of our Domestic Animal Program are:
- Educate visitors in proper pet care including the promotion of pet sterilization;
- Discourage to keeping of wildlife (sun bears, orangutans etc.) as pets by
highlighting the difference between wild and domestic animals; - Ensure the welfare of the cats and dogs within the environs of KWPLH;
- Provide free sterilization programmes for community pets and stray animals, prioritizing animals living in the vicinity of the center;
Experienced Volunteer Vet [Nurse] Needed
We are in need of experienced veterinarian/ vet nurse to assist with training and development of our local animal care team. The primary goal is to further train up our team [specifically our local veterinarian] in specialist medical care for our animals, under more or less challenging conditions, and to train our Indonesian animal care-taking staff in mastering necessary skills and knowledge on specialist issues that need frequent treatments.
Other tasks include ideas on improvement of our medical administration and records, enrichment and training programs, and enhancing our adoption programme. There will be work with the sun bears and other wild species, but most time will go to our domestic animals and staff training.
Outlined below is a list of topics that we need help with:
- Training on [preventative] care of key medical issues afflicting animals in our target area of work;
- Assist with health checks, monitoring of sick animals, and preventive
medicine; - Provide training to our local team in mastering key vet [nursing] skills, including but not limited to: safe and effective holds, injection techniques (s.c., i.m., and i.v.), animal handling, sterilization of tools, anesthesia administration and monitoring, clinic administration, first aid, etc;
- Efficient animal care database management and administration:
- Assist with daily animal care, including feeding and cleaning;
- Assist with dog training and training our local animal staff;
- Assist bear keepers in treatment of sun bear medical issues;
- Assist with improvement of enrichment programs for domestic animals, sun bears and other wildlife occasionally taken care of at the center;
For more details about KWPLH and the veterinary position please email us!
We welcome the help from professional vet nurses in 2025. The position is preferably for 3+ months, but do e-mail us as well if you are available for shorter periods. Free housing is provided at the center, but a small local catering fee is required for meals. A volunteer visa will need to be applied for at a small cost. Couples are also welcome to apply.
Please send end questions and resumes to Gabriella Fredriksson:
gabriella.fredriksson@gmail.com
For further information visit our website: www.beruangmadu.org or
www.pronaturafoundation.orgAnimal Aid Unlimited, Rajasthan, India (posted 13th March)
Veterinary Nurse, Supervisor
About the organisation
The mission of Animal Aid Unlimited is to rescue and treat un-owned street animals who have become ill or injured, and through their rescue educate and inspire the community to better help the animals around them. As the only hospital for street animals in the entire region, our goal is to provide help to the greatest number of animals possible.
We operate one of India's most active rescue services, responding to more than 100 calls on our helpline every day and involving thousands of Udaipur residents in the process of rescuing street animals every year. Our hospital and sanctuary (located in Badi, 10km from Udaipur) has more than 900 animals (dogs, cows, donkeys, cats and other animals) on any given day. We treat over 350 injured and ill animals each day in our shelter, conduct spay/neuter, vaccination and treatments in the community.
Job location: Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
Summary of the role
The Veterinary Nurse, Supervisor, will work with Animal Aid's medical team overseeing the treatment and care of small and large animals including dogs, cats, cows, donkeys, goats, sheep, pigs, and birds in the hospital as well as the sterilization center and permanent residents of the sanctuary. The Veterinary Nurse will ensure that treatment, care, welfare and medical protocols are followed and that the best care possible is being provided to the animals.
Please click here to see photos! 
Key areas of responsibility
- Lead the veterinary nurse team at Animal Aid
- Manage and oversee the medical care of animals in the hospital, sanctuary, sterilisation center and those in street treatment
- Conduct daily rounds in the hospital to monitors patients' progress, assess their treatment plans and consult on veterinary and surgical cases
- Supervise and train medical team in the use of protocols, animal handling, record keeping and treatment
- Schedule the medical team in all areas of the organisation (hospital, sanctuary, sterilisation, street treatment)
Experience, education and skills
- Degree in Veterinary nursing or similar
- At least 3 years clinical practice and experience in a shelter setting
- Fluent in English
- Previous experience in non-Western countries is a plus
- Previous experience in spay and neuter programs is a plus
Personal attributes
- Understanding and sharing Animal Aid's mission.
- Able to communicate with staff with different background and educational levels
- Highly organized and able to work independently
- Able to work in a challenging environment
Benefits
- Comfortable salary (open to negotiation)
- Five-day work a week and flexible leaves
- Accommodation
- Travel expenses
- Health insurance
- Visa costs
To Apply:
Please contact us using the form on our website or email us providing covering letter and your CV to careers@animalaidunlimited.org.
VetProjects International, Nadi, Fiji (posted 27th February) Volunteer Teaching Nurse
Volunteer Teaching Nurse
We are excited to offer an expenses paid trip to Fiji (includes flights and accommodation) for an exciting teaching role in Fiji from Sunday March 30th to Sunday April 12th 2025!
It truly is a wonderful chance to help give back to a community that needs and appreciates the help and is extremely fulfilling to watch the student’s skills grow as you help them through a vital part of their learning.
The Role
We're on the hunt for a volunteer vet nurse with a passion for teaching, lots of patience, an easy going attitude and at least 3 years of experience. Your role is to lead and teach anaesthetics to a group of final year students as they learn skills in spey/neuter surgery.
We deliberately keep the groups small to maximise the student learning opportunity and ensure quality techniques can be taught and then monitored closely.
General Description of Vet Nurse Role
Aside from teaching and monitoring the anaesthetics, you will be responsible for helping the day run smoothly with the patients. There is lots of back and fourth with the local Fijian team co-ordinating the patients so communication skills are a priority.
Both the vet and nurse are responsible for the everyday running of the Project - e.g. making sure the transport to and from the clinic is organised daily and breakfasts and lunches are sorted for the students. Additionally you will need to take care of general housekeeping and problem solving if there are any major student issues. Keep in mind, however, that we are also trying to give the students independence too, so they will have weekends free to explore etc and this will also give you some time off (as well as weekends at your leisure).
What We Cover
As part of our thank you for your generous help, we would cover your flights, put you up basic but nice accommodation, transport to/from the clinic daily and breakfasts and lunches during surgery days.
Your Costs
We require that you organise travel insurance at your own expense and cover the cost of your food (dinners mainly). You will have weekends and nights free for any extra activities you want to do in Fiji (there are heaps and you will have time, we promise!) and this will be at your own risk and expense.
If the above sounds good and you are interested to chat further, please send an introduction and CV to Matt at team@vetprojects.com and we get back in touch with you shortly. We look forward to hearing from you!
SPCA Fiji, Suva, Fiji (posted 18th February) Volunteer Vet Nurses
Volunteers Vet Nurses
(SHELTER and CLINIC & OUTREACH)
SUVA, FIJI ISLANDS
Join us as a volunteer in the breathtaking Fiji Islands!
COME AND MEET THE FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE ON EARTH!
SPCA Fiji Islands is an animal shelter and veterinary clinic based in the capital city of Suva. The mission of the SPCA Fiji Islands is to improve the welfare of animals in and around Fiji. We do this by focusing on providing affordable health care for domestic pets and working to address the issue of stray cats and dogs through intake of stray and unwanted animals into the shelter that are then treated, desexed and rehomed We also run a vibrant outreach program and have desexed and treated over 2,000 animals thus far, this year alone.
Why do so many of our volunteer vets return again and again?
Because they get rich and rewarding professional, and personal, opportunities and experiences.
We have opportunities for passionate veterinary nurses to assist at our regional outreach neuter clinics, shelter and clinic operations, throughout 2024 and beyond. SPCA offers veterinarians and nurses real-world experiences working with diverse cases in city and rural settings across the Fiji Islands.
SPCA has one resident veterinarian currently, and this is soon to be two. We have a team of Fijian vet nurses and interns delivering a broad range of veterinary services to both shelter animals and local pet owners in a basic facility for examinations, radiography and surgery.
Please click here to see photos!
Join us for a couple of weeks or stay up to three months as a volunteer.
SPCA will organize permits for volunteers and provide you with accommodation close to the centre of Suva. You will be welcomed at the airport the Fijian way. Afterward, you will be settled into your accommodation and briefed on your role at the SPCA.
Please contact clncmngr@gmail.com in Suva, Fiji for more information and to get a copy of our volunteer information package.
🌍 Where: Suva, Fiji Islands
📅 When: 2024 onwards
🐕 What: SPCA clinic ( surgery and consults )and outreach clinic
❤ Why: To help improve the welfare of Fiji’s animals
👩 How: With the help of people like YOU!
Isara Elephant Foundation, Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand (relisted 17th February)
Volunteer Coordinator - Elephant Welfare & Community Development Project
We are a non-profit in Australia & Thailand. We are working to improve the lives of captive elephants in Thailand, by providing an alternative to working camps for these elephant owners. The elephants spend their days foraging in hundreds of hectares of natural forest, we will contribute to community development & forest conservation in the area. Care for the strays and village pets (we do not have a clinic yet) Stay in the stunning mountains of Northern Thailand in a Karen hill tribe and immerse yourself in this unique way of life.
Must haves:
- First Aid training
- Experience volunteering
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Good level of fitness
- Able to commit to at least 6 months, but the longer the better.
- Ability to work outdoors, and go on hikes with volunteers in all weather conditions, including cold/wet weather
- An interest in and commitment to improving elephant welfare, conservation, teaching or community development
- Commitment, drive and enthusiasm to develop yourself and motivate others, enjoy connecting with people and building relationships
- You are creative and enjoy developing and implementing new initiatives and unique ways to improve the operations of the project
- Very flexible and have the ability to adapt to change as we are a new project
- Be able to respect the very different way of life in the village
Advantageous:
- Experience with elephants is not essential, we NEED flexibility and the ability to adapt to change as we are a new project.
- Experience in Veterinary Nursing, Wildlife conservation, animal or environmental sciences or sustainable tourism
- Experience supervising employees or volunteers
- An understanding of Thai or Karen culture
What you will do:
- Lead and motivate volunteers on site.
- Give a thorough & welcoming volunteer orientation
- Assigns on-site volunteer housing.
- Coordinating daily activities with the Karen staff
- Accompany volunteers in the field and community, teaching English classes as needed.
- Keeping records and photos of project work
- Respond to volunteers' concerns
- Stock control and order placement for volunteer provisions.
Benefits:
- Basic rural accommodation on-site.
- All meals on-site are provided.
Cover Letter & CV to thailand@isaraelephant.org
Mayreau Animal Welfare, West of the Tobago Keys, St Vincent & The Grenadines (posted 6th February) Volunteer Vet Nurses
VETERINARY NURSE VOLUNTEER FOR MAYREAU ANIMAL WELFARE
ST VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
Summary: -
Mayreau Animal Welfare is seeking a Veterinary Nurse Volunteer to provide animal care services on the island. monitoring animal health and ensuring that animals receive adequate care.
Key Responsibilities: -
- Provide daily care and monitoring of animals (mostly dogs and cats) including feeding, watering and exercise
- Monitor the health of the island animals and report any concerns to our online veterinarian service, if no vet on the island
- Administer medications and treatments
- Maintain accurate records
- Educate the community about responsible pet ownership
- Help with daily walks for our resident house dogs, and when time allows, walk other chained dogs whose owners have given us permission.
- In case of emergencies, liaise with veterinarians on a neighbouring island and help facilitate transport of the animal for treatment.
Qualifications: -
- Certified Veterinary Nurse or equivalent qualification
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Passion for animal welfare and commitment to the mission of Mayreau Animal Welfare
- Ability to live and work on a small island with limited amenities
Working Conditions: -
- We seek committed, fit, easy-going volunteers, who are diplomatic, outgoing, resilient, OK with the heat and content with simple living
- Mayreau is a hilly island and volunteers need to be reasonably fit. There is a small clinic on Mayreau, which is usually staffed by a Nurse, with a doctor visiting the island once a month. In case of emergencies, you would need to travel to neighbouring Union Island (a 20 minute speedboat ride away).
For more information, please contact Gill by email fitzgerald201@btinternet.com or Whats App: +44 77591 46327
See our website: www.mayreau-animal-welfare.org, 
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Animal Doctors International, Vientiane, Laos, South-East Asia (posted 5th February) Hospital Manager
Embark on an adventure with Animal Doctors International!
JOB DESCRIPTION
Hospital Manager - Laos
About Us
We’re different. We believe passionately in the quality of the veterinary experience. Our calming hospitals, compassionate care and focus on the human-animal bond allows us to deliver warm, outstanding, and personal care for pets.
Our #1 goal is always to provide world-class, exceptional clinical care – setting the standard for veterinary care.
Be a part of our vision and help build the future of veterinary services!
Benefits
- Very competitive salary for South East Asia
- Accommodation on arrival
- Visa and work permit covered
- CPD allowance including CPD leave
- Bring your pets! Nobody knows better how important this is – our amazing Pet Travel team will support you every step
- Support with spouses/childrens visa where possible
- Based in South East Asia with easy access to tropical beaches and mystical mountains!
About the Role
As Hospital Manager, you will work closely with the leadership team to oversee daily operations, with a strong focus on team management, organisation, and business growth. Ultimately you will report to the Clinical Director and be responsible for:
- Managing a team of 2 full-time vets, 3 nurses, 1 full-time receptionist and 1 part time receptionist
- Handling rosters, annual leave, and workflow to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
- Overseeing marketing, events and outreach programmes
- Identifying areas for improvement in bookings and hospital efficiency
- Ensuring the team runs effectively, even in your absence
- Working alongside the hospital’s leadership to implement positive changes
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in a leadership or management role within a veterinary practice or similar setting
- A background as a vet nurse
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to identify and solve operational challenges
- A confident, proactive leader who can establish authority while working collaboratively
- A good understanding of clinic workflows, client service, and business growth strategies
- References required
Why Join?
- Be part of an organisation that is aiming to double in size over the next couple of years, offering exciting opportunities for growth and development
- Work closely with an engaged and motivated team in a supportive environment
- Play a key role in shaping the clinic’s future and driving its success
For more information and to apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Tara at jobs@theanimaldoctors.org
Mayreau Animal Welfare, St Vincent & The Grenadines (posted 18th November) Volunteer Vet Nurse
VETERINARY NURSE VOLUNTEER FOR MAYREAU ANIMAL WELFARE
ST VINCENT & THE GRENADINES
Summary: -
Mayreau Animal Welfare is seeking a Veterinary Nurse Volunteer to provide animal care services on the island. monitoring animal health and ensuring that animals receive adequate care.
Couples are most welcome, only one of whom need be a veterinary professional.
Key Responsibilities: -
- Provide daily care and monitoring of animals (mostly dogs and cats) including feeding, watering and exercise
- Monitor the health of the island animals and report any concerns to our online veterinarian service, if no vet on the island
- Administer medications and treatments
- Maintain accurate records
- Educate the community about responsible pet ownership
- Help with daily walks for our resident house dogs, and when time allows, walk other chained dogs whose owners have given us permission.
- In case of emergencies, liaise with veterinarians on a neighbouring island and help facilitate transport of the animal for treatment.
Qualifications: -
- Certified Veterinary Nurse or equivalent qualification
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Passion for animal welfare and commitment to the mission of Mayreau Animal Welfare
- Ability to live and work on a small island with limited amenities
Working Conditions: -
- We seek committed, fit, easy-going volunteers (couples welcome), who are diplomatic, outgoing, resilient, OK with the heat and content with simple living
- Mayreau is a hilly island and volunteers need to be reasonably fit. There is a small clinic on Mayreau, which is usually staffed by a Nurse, with a doctor visiting the island once a month. In case of emergencies, you would need to travel to neighbouring Union Island (a 20 minute speedboat ride away).
For more information, please contact Gill by email fitzgerald201@btinternet.com or Whats App: +44 77591 46327
See our website: https://www.mayreau-animal-welfare.org/
Siem Reap Veterinary Care, Cambodia (posted 21st October) Volunteer Vet Nurses/Support Staff
Hi! Our Social Enterprise practice in Siem Reap, Cambodia is looking for volunteers in admin/vet tech/nurse/management areas.
This is an opportunity for adventure, travel, giving back, experiencing different animal diseases, and a new culture.
As well as the never-a-dull-moment clinical work here, Siem Reap is such a fabulous destination and the adventure of a lifetime. Three well-travelled NZ vet friends (two generations) visited recently, and they all said It was the best holiday of their lives!
We do like it when people are here longer, but we also welcome shorter stays for people who are a good mutual match.
Please click here to see photos!
This opportunity would also suit someone who wanted to volunteer full time or 3-4 days per week longer term. You can learn a lot and give back while having plenty of time to explore Cambodia and bordering countries for the remainder of the week.
We may or may not have accommodation available, depending on availability and length of stay. We are a small team of four doing much for our human and animal community and are not able to cover any volunteer-related expenses.
Visit: www.siemreapvet.com (out of date - don't seem to find the time for this) , www.EROVAAT.org and to learn more about us.
Please email Dr Trish Johansen at tjnzcam@gmail.com with references, a CV, availability, and why you would like to spend time with us. I want you to know that your interest in volunteering is appreciated. I endeavour to reply quickly, but sometimes emails slip through the net - I need a PA! Please resend if you don't hear back within a week.
Thanks for reading, and searching for opportunities to pay your education forward in an exciting way.
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