7. Animal Protection Inspectors
Animal Protection Inspectors are tasked with enforcing the Animal Welfare Act. They play an essential role in investigating and preventing animal cruelty. The job involves working in emotional and stressful situations, so you must have strong animal and people handling skills. Animal Protection Inspectors’ duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Handling animal cruelty complaints
- Educating animal owners on animal handling and care
- Rescuing trapped or injured wild animals
- Working closely with local authorities, police, dog pounds, rangers and veterinary surgeons
Animal Protection Inspectors must have proven interpersonal skills and be able to deal with confrontation. Generally, this also means practical life experience, including working with animals. Some organisations will also require that you complete further training in animal care and handling, health and safety, compliance and law enforcement; for example, ACM30122 Certificate III in Animal Care Services or ACM40121 Certificate IV in Animal Regulation and Management.
8. Fundraising Co-ordinators
Fundraising Co-ordinators are often one of the most pivotal roles in a non-profit welfare organisation. The most important part of their role is to ensure organisations have an adequate source of future income to sustain services. They are involved in developing and leading the fundraising strategies of an organisation, assist with co-ordinate activities including promotional plans, such as direct marketing, social media and events. Fundraising Co-ordinators have skills across marketing, events management, public relations, finance and are often required to use specific database management software designed for fundraising.
9. Marketing and Publicity Specialists
Animal rescue facilities hire marketing and publicity experts to maximise income from charity events and fundraising platforms. These experts are also responsible for managing communications with donors, supporters and other stakeholders and promoting volunteer activities. Those interested in working in an animal rescue or rehoming facility as a Communications and Publicity officer will have a relevant university qualification in the area of Marketing or Public Relations.
Taking the next step: pathway to animal welfare
Working with animals will not only find you a well-paying career but will also help you bring a positive impact to the community. However, you must possess good communication skills and demonstrate empathy, confidence, commitment,e.g. and respect towards the animals and their owners to succeed in a career working with animals. Passionate about working with animals but wondering how to get started? We recommend our ACM20121 Certificate II in Animal Care programs to kick-start your career. Wondering how to get started? Read our qualifications page or contact us today to point you in the right direction.
