Dog Sanctuary Medical Coordinator

The Gem Project
Full-time iKapa, INtshonalanga Kapa Other-General
Posted:
February 21, 2026
Location:
iKapa, INtshonalanga Kapa, South-Africa

Job Description

The Animal health technician is responsible for the daily operations and to ensure that animals are housed in a safe environment and receives the best animal care. In this role you will be responsible for providing oversight for the daily care for large numbers of rescued dogs and supervising of all support staff. You will regularly brief the Dog Co Ordinator on sanctuary matters, and will provide timely advice, feedback and reports. You are also required to oversee and/or assist with the organization, standardization and coordination of all operations, procedures, policies, and resource, to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of The Sanctuary.

1. Sanctuary daily oversight - medical and behaviour

· Conduct daily health checks and observe animals for signs of illness, mental stress / distress or injury, reporting concerns to the managers

· Vaccinations and tick and flea administering

· Sanitation and biosecurity at sanctuary

· Specialised care and t...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: iKapa, South-Africa
Posted: February 21, 2026
Deadline: April 02, 2026