Full-time, fixed-term position (January-November 2027) Maternity Leave Cover

The Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia (ZAA) is the peak body representing zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks across Australasia, committed to the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation, and professional practice. At the heart of our work is a progressive, science-based approach using the internationally recognised Five Domains Model to accredit members that demonstrate a commitment to positive animal welfare.

Together, ZAA and its members lead 100 breeding programs, support conservation and community education, and connect over 22 million visitors to nature each year.

Based at Taronga Zoo in Sydney, we offer a contemporary working environment and hybrid work. While Sydney-based candidates are preferred, applicants from elsewhere in Australia will also be considered.

About the Role

As ZAA’s Accreditation Officer, you will deliver the ZAA Accreditation Program, working with member organisations to assess their performance against established standards and support continuous improvement across five key pillars: positive animal welfare, biosecurity, safety, sustainability, and conservation. This includes policy audits, welfare assessments, conservation activity validation, and on-site visits.

You will coordinate accreditation reviews, analyse evidence, prepare reports, engage with members, assist with member training,



and contribute to program development. The role involves regular interstate travel (about one multi-day trip per month).

- Coordinate and manage accreditation reviews and site assessments
- Build effective relationships with member organisations
- Collate and analyse accreditation data
- Support program development and continuous improvement
- Communicate and collaborate across stakeholders
- Provide training and guidance to promote understanding of accreditation requirements

About You

- Tertiary qualification in animal science, zoology or a related field
- Analytical skills and the ability to assess and interpret evidence objectively
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Understanding of progressive zoo/aquarium processes
- Strong written and verbal communication; ability to engage diverse stakeholders
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Robust initiative and capacity to work unsupervised
- Effective time management and organisational skills

What’s on Offer

- Diversity and equal opportunity employer
- Support Australasian biodiversity and wildlife outcomes
- Collaborative, values-driven culture
- Flexible, hybrid working and flexible hours
- Onsite parking available for Sydney-based staff

Next Steps

To submit your application, please click ‘Apply Now’ by the advertised closing date.

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