PETA India
**Job Description: Veterinary Officer – PETA India**
**Location:** Mumbai
**Company Information:**
PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) India is a leading organization dedicated to advocating for the ethical treatment of animals. The organization works towards ending animal cruelty, including issues related to experimentation, farming, entertainment, and more. PETA India runs critical programs such as emergency response, animal rescue, sterilization, and rehabilitation. The organization also collaborates with law enforcement to address cruelty cases and raise awareness about animal rights.
**Position:** Veterinary Officer
**Reports To:** Director of Veterinary Services
**Key Responsibilities:**
– Provide veterinary guidance and treatment during emergencies, including nights and weekends.
– Work closely with the Emergency Response Team on rescue operations and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs).
– Manage and maintain stocks of veterinary medicines and equipment, ensuring proper storage and regular quality checks.
– Maintain veterinary records and submit weekly reports.
– Conduct inspections and document animal conditions for cruelty cases, participating in law enforcement activities such as raids and rescues.
– Train veterinary assistants on emergency response, rescue, and rehabilitation skills.
– Be available for a rota that includes night and weekend work.
**Qualifications:**
– Veterinary graduate degree approved by the Veterinary Council of India.
– Prior experience in a similar role, particularly with stray animals, is preferred.
– Ability to handle high-pressure environments and multi-task effectively.
– Fluency in written and verbal Hindi and English; knowledge of other local languages is an advantage.
– Strong organizational and communication skills, both oral and written.
– Compassion, responsibility, and self-motivation.
– Supportive of PETA India’s philosophy and committed to advocating for animal rights.
**Terms of Employment:** Full-time
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To apply for this job please visit www.petaindia.com.
