Monkey Business
AAP, Opvang voor Uitheemse Dieren, stichting
Almere, Países Bajos
Descripción
Volunteer Animal Caretaker AAP (Animal Advocacy and Protection) gives primates and other exotic mammals a better future! We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers with an affinity for animals that want to help us in our daily activities. Join us in Almere and help us take care of the animals! About AAP We are an European animal welfare organization dedicated to the welfare of exotic animals. It is our mission to end their suffering by rescuing animals in need and advocate for better laws and regulations. The animals that end up with AAP often come from illegal trade, circuses, illegal zoos or directly from private individuals. About the job You will be working 32 hours a week at four animal departments; Quarantine, Mammals, Primates, Chimpanzees and our Central Kitchen. A big part of your job will be cleaning enclosures, feeding the animals, food preparation, small maintenance jobs, making enrichment plus giving it to the animals and the refurbishing of an enclosure.
Alojamiento, manutención y transporte
At AAP the Netherlands we have two volunteer houses. One is located on site of the organization and the other one close to Almere center. In both houses the volunteers will live together and share a kitchen, living room, garden and bathroom. The volunteers all have a private bedroom. We will provide pocket and food money due to the funds of the European Solidarity Corps project. For transport we will supply you with a bicycle.
Formación durante la actividad
There will be an on arrival training and midterm training organized by the Dutch National Agency during your project. At AAP you will work, rotating every 3 months, at four animal departments; Quarantine, Mammals, Primates and Chimpanzees. During your project you will also spend one day a week at the Central kitchen. At every department you will be trained to work with the different species present and work under the supervision of the animal care staff.
Perfil del participante
Who are you: • Most importantly; You have affinity with animals. • You are interested in working with exotic animals. If you already have a little bit of experience working with animals even better. This can be for example volunteering in an animal shelter or you used to take care of your pets or grew up with them. • You are looking for a nice experience and are motivated to learn new things. • Don't mind physical work? The work involves around 60% of the time cleaning. • You like meeting new people and getting to know a new culture. • Sufficient verbal and written communication in English. Do you recognize yourself in this? Then come and join us, apply now!
Fechas de la actividad
Del 01/10/2025 al 01/09/2026
Lugar de la actividad
Kemphaanpad 1, Almere, Países Bajos
Tipo de actividad
Voluntariado individual
Se buscan participantes de
Alemania, Austria, Bélgica, Croacia, Dinamarca, España, Finlandia, Francia, Hungría, Irlanda, Islandia, Italia, Portugal
Temas de la actividad
Citizenship and democratic participation
Environment and natural protection
Employment and entrepreneurship
Fecha límite para la presentación de solicitudes
Fecha de solicitud: 22/06/2025 23:59