animal acquisition
The relevant legal, recommended and ethical considerations related to the acquisition and disposition of animals.
Zoo curators are usually the position of middle-management within an institution. Much of their work involves oversight, management and development of the animal collection. Often this is related to animal husbandry and welfare policy, the acquisition and disposition of zoo animals, and development of new exhibits. Zoos normally acquire animals through captive breeding programs. The zoo collection, trade, and transport of the animals is regulated by government agencies as well as guided by zoo membership organisations. Consequently, zoo curators act as a liaison between these agencies and the zoo itself. Additionally, they play an active role in the administration of zoo functions and all kinds of captive breeding programs.
Competences and skills
58 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 12 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencesanimal breeding programmes
Principles relevant to breeding programme management, such as population genetics and demographics, national and international legislation, policies and procedures of industry relevant organisations or associations.
Sector-specific
6 competencesanatomy of animals
The study of animal body parts, their structure and dynamic relationships, on a level as demanded by the specific occupation.
animal evolution
The evolutionary history of animals and the development of species and their behaviour through domestication.
applied zoology
The science of applying animal anatomy, physiology, ecology, and behaviour in a particular practical context.
budgetary principles
Principles of estimating and planning of forecasts for business activity, compile regular budget and reports.
corporate social responsibility
The handling or managing of business processes in a responsible and ethical manner considering the economic responsibility towards shareholders as equally important as the responsibility towards environmental and social stakeholders.
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physiology of animals
The study of the mechanical, physical, bioelectrical and biochemical functioning of animals, their organs and their cells.
Cross-sector
4 competencesanimal welfare legislation
The legal boundaries, codes of professional conduct, national and EU regulatory frameworks and legal procedures of working with animals and living organisms, ensuring their welfare and health.
- Scope note
- National and EU legislation relevant to occupation, regulatory body and codes of conduct. This may include . , health and safety, risk assessment requirements and codes of conduct, especially in the areas of animal welfare, health and public health, food and environmental safety in relation with clients.
environmental legislation
The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.
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recreation activities
The field and characteristics of recreational activities for customers.
zoo regulations
National, regional and international regulations related to zoos.
Essential skills and competences 33 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
15 competencesadminister treatment to animals
Administer animal medical interventions, including the treatments performed, medicines used, and assessments of the state of health.'
advise on animal purchase
Advise clients and customers on the purchase of animals.
assess the compatibility of individuals and animals to work together
Ensure work harmony between humans and animals, regarding to physical characteristics, capacity, temperament and potential.
develop recreation programmes
Develop plans and policies which aim to provide the desired recreation activities to a target group or in a community.
ensure health and safety of staff
Promote and maintain a culture of health, safety and security among the staff by maintaining policies and procedures for the protection of vulnerable participants and when necessary, dealing with suspicions of possible abuse.
maintain catalogue collection
Describe, inventorise and catalogue items in a collection.
manage recreational facility
Manage the daily operations of a cultural facility. Organise all activities and coordinate the different departments functioning within a cultural facility. Develop a plan of action and arrange the necessary funds.
manage teamwork
Plan the working schedule of a group of people in order to meet all time and quality requirements. Supervise, support and instruct members of a team. Provide feedback to teams and individuals on work carried out.
manage zoo staff
Manage zoo staff, including zoo keeping staff at all levels and/or veterinarians and/or educators and/or horticulturalists.
organise zoological exhibitions
Organise zoological exhibitions and the display of live animals and zoological collections.
oversee animal management
Oversee all aspects of animal management.
promote recreation activities
Promote the implementation of recreation programs in a community, as well as recreation services provided by an organisation or institution.
read zoo reports
Read and process the reports of zookeepers and other zoological professionals, and compile the information for zoo records.
schedule recreation facilities
Schedule the use of recreational facilities.
work effectively with animal-related organisations
Develop and sustain relationships with other organisations such as charities, government agencies, Non-Governmental Organisations and representative bodies, in relation to furthering animal health and welfare. Communicate veterinary principles and operate within multidisciplinary teams comprised of persons with varying degrees of scientific and administrative knowledge.
Cross-sector
18 competenceschair a meeting
Chairing a meeting for a group of people, in order to formulate plans and decisions that are carried out by the company.
coordinate events
Lead events by managing budget, logistics, event support, security, emergency plans and follow up.
develop zoonotic disease control policies
Carry out research and elaborate policies, guidelines, and strategies for the control of zoonotic and foodborne diseases.
ensure health and safety of visitors
Take the necessary precautions to ensure the physical safety of an audience or people visiting an activity. Prepare actions in case of emergency. Administer first aid and direct emergency evacuations.
- Scope note
- Audience and visitors are passive, for active participants and clients see participants safety.
establish daily priorities
Establish daily priorities for staff personnel; effectively deal with multi-task workload.
fix meetings
Fix and schedule professional appointments or meetings for clients or superiors.
follow company standards
Lead and manage according to the organisation's code of conduct.
liaise with local authorities
Maintain the liaison and exchange of information with regional or local authorities.
maintain professional records
Produce and maintain records of work performed.
manage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
manage logistics
Create logistic framework for transporting goods to customers and for receiving returns, execute and follow up the logistics processes and guidelines. Adapt the production processes to the contingencies and constraints of the medium.
- Scope note
- Work with walls, walkway, pebbledash, glass, sheet metal, plastic and other materials.
manage staff
Manage employees and subordinates, working in a team or individually, to maximise their performance and contribution. Schedule their work and activities, give instructions, motivate and direct the workers to meet the company objectives. Monitor and measure how an employee undertakes their responsibilities and how well these activities are executed. Identify areas for improvement and make suggestions to achieve this. Lead a group of people to help them achieve goals and maintain an effective working relationship among staff.
manage supplies
Monitor and control the flow of supplies that includes the purchase, storage and movement of the required quality of raw materials, and also work-in-progress inventory. Manage supply chain activities and synchronise supply with demand of production and customer.
perform project management
Manage and plan various resources, such as human resources, budget, deadline, results, and quality necessary for a specific project, and monitor the project's progress in order to achieve a specific goal within a set time and budget.
research
represent the organisation
Act as representative of the institution, company or organisation to the outside world.
set organisational policies
Participate in setting organisational policies that cover issues such as participant eligibility, program requirements, and program benefits for the service users.
speak different languages
Master foreign languages to be able to communicate in one or more foreign languages.
research
supervise daily information operations
Direct daily operations of different units. Coordinate program/project activities to assure the respect of costs and time.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesanimal transport regulations
The legal requirements relating to safe and efficient transport of animals.
zoo exhibit design
The various factors that influence effective zoo exhibit design as well as the steps towards realising that design.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesbreed reptiles
Prepare a suitable environment for reptile breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate terrariums for specific kinds of reptiles. Monitor the reptile's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Identify when the reptiles are ready for trade, consumption, scientific or other purposes.
coordinate export transportation activities
Coordinate all export transportation operations while considering export strategies and services.
coordinate import transportation activities
Oversee import transportation operations; optimise import processes and service strategies.
solve operational transport problems
Communicate with clients and providers in the event of a delay; undertake measures to provide solutions. Take decisions and work proactively in order to avoid operational problems.
study a collection
Research and trace the origins and the historical significance of collections and archive content.
Cross-sector
6 competencesanalyse transportation costs
Identify and analyse transportation costs, service levels and availability of equipment. Make recommendations and take preventive/corrective measures.
create safe working protocols
Create clear, accountable, safe working protocols according to recognised zoo guidelines.
liaise with transportation companies
Establish relationships with transportation companies in order to negotiate advantageous agreements for the transport of goods and livestock.
organise training
Make the necessary preparations to conduct a training session. Provide equipment, supplies and exercise materials. Ensure the training runs smoothly.
prepare transportation routes
Prepare routes through the addition or subtraction of routes, making changes to route frequency, and changing the service span of routes. Adjusts routes through providing additional running time to routes, adding additional capacity during periods of overcrowding (or reducing capacity during periods of low passenger numbers), and adjusting departure times in response to changes in circumstances along a given route, thereby ensuring efficient use of resources and achievement of customer relations goals.;
speak about your work in public
Speak about your work to different kinds of audiences. Illustrate aspects depending on the audience and the occasion.