VETERINARIAN for Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue (Africa)

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Dec 21, 2022, 10:57:41 PM12/21/22
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Position Description:  Sanaga-Yong Chimpanzee Rescue (www.sychimprescue.org) is seeking a veterinarian for its chimpanzee sanctuary in Cameroon’s Mbargue Forest. The sanctuary is currently home to 78 rescued chimpanzees ranging in age from two years to over 50 years. Most are adults and adolescents. Duties include monitoring the health status of all residents on a daily basis, treating illnesses and injuries in consultation with the supervising veterinarian (in person or by phone or text when she is not on site), and helping train a Cameroonian veterinarian.

Qualifications:  we have an immediate opening for a dedicated veterinarian with self-confidence and humility who is ready to learn, to open his/her heart to Sanaga-Yong’s chimpanzees and to share knowledge with us. While experience with chimpanzees is highly preferred, we recognize that many skills are transferrable from one species to another and other skills can be learned on the job. Veterinarians with extensive experience with other animals will be considered. Applicants must speak English; French language skills are an additional asset.

 For the right person, this could be a unique and wonderful opportunity to live and work in rural Africa as you play an essential role in the lives of some of the most fascinating beings in the world!

 Support Provided:

  • Roundtrip Flight to Cameroon
  • Room and Board in Camp (conditions are rustic in beautiful surroundings – pvt.   cabin, limited solar power, pit latrine, bucket showers)
  •  Stipend of $500 per month 
  • Time off to be discussed

 Term of Appointment:  we are seeking a minimum commitment of six months.

 To Apply:  please send letter of interest, CV and any questions to Dr. Sheri Speede, s...@sanaga-yong.org.

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