Animal Welfare Regional Manager

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia beBeeAnimalWelfare Full time $85,000 - $105,000

Lead Animal Welfare Outcomes

This is a unique opportunity to drive high-quality animal welfare outcomes through strategic planning, operational excellence, and meaningful community engagement. You'll lead a passionate team, foster strong relationships across departments and with external partners, and help grow the presence and impact of Far North Queensland.


  • Champion animal welfare outcomes through strategic leadership and shelter operations.
  • Develop and implement a localised strategic plan aligned with RSPCA Qld's mission.
  • Lead a high-performing team, ensuring best-practice animal care aligned with the RSPCA Five Domains model.
  • Oversee staff and volunteer management including recruitment, training, and performance development.
  • Coordinate and promote adoption, fostering, and paid services such as training classes and merchandise sales.
  • Manage budgets, inventory, maintenance, and compliance in line with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Build strong stakeholder relationships and represent at community events, supporter days, and education sessions.
  • Analyse trends, report on outcomes, and continually improve processes to meet strategic goals.
  • Promote a collaborative, respectful, and solutions-focused team culture as the organisation expands its regional footprint.


About You

You're a natural leader with a passion for animal welfare and community engagement. You bring operational and people management expertise and are ready to take ownership of a vital regional hub. Your ability to build strong relationships, lead through change, and uphold high standards of care makes you an ideal fit for this role.

Your Skills and Qualifications May Include:


  • A bachelor's degree in Business Management or a related field (preferred).
  • Proven experience in team leadership and performance management.
  • Strong understanding of animal behaviour, health, and welfare.
  • Knowledge of relevant animal welfare legislation and compliance requirements.
  • Skilled in crisis management and WHS best practices.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Experience in managing inventory, reporting systems.
  • Commitment to professional communication and collaborative teamwork.
  • Customer service focus with the ability to engage positively with a wide range of stakeholders.

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