Senior Curator of Ungulates

About the role

Miral Experiences seeks a Senior Curator of Ungulates to lead the strategic development and management of its ungulate collection. This senior position oversees animal welfare, husbandry, conservation breeding, and population sustainability across the institution’s zoological assets.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the ungulate collection, including long‑term development and planning.
• Manage animal welfare, husbandry practices, and veterinary collaboration.
• Design and implement conservation breeding and population management programs.
• Oversee herd dynamics, demographic management, and habitat utilization.
• Lead staff development, animal movements, and regional conservation partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with international zoological standards and contribute to accreditation objectives.
• Support the organization’s broader mission of wildlife conservation, scientific research, education, and sustainability.

Required profile

• Minimum 60 months (5 years) of experience in ungulate or related zoological management.
• Proven leadership in animal collection planning and conservation initiatives.
• Ability to work with veterinary teams and multidisciplinary partners.
• Strong commitment to animal welfare and international best practices.

Required skills

• Breeding programs
• Population management
• Habitat utilization
• Sustainability planning
• Demographic management
• Conservation planning
• Genetics
• Veterinary collaboration
• Animal welfare
• Wildlife management