REHOMING AND WELFARE ASSISTANT

Romania is known for the widespread problems of stray dogs and abandoned dogs and cats,
animals that often struggle to survive. Since launching the first street dog sterilization
(spay/neuter) program in Cernavoda, Romania (2002), Save the Dogs has expanded its projects.
The organization now has 50 staff and is a leader in animal welfare in Romania, with the best
animal shelter in the country.
Save the Dogs’ INTERNATIONAL ADOPTION program profoundly changes the lives of abused
and abandoned dogs and cats who were rescued from the streets in Romania, giving them
better lives in loving forever homes.
Additionally, among other activities, Save the Dogs conducts sterilization campaigns for dogs
and cats to reduce uncontrolled births, rescues horses and donkeys and gives them lifetime
care, and collaborates with members of local communities to improve the welfare of their
animals.

Job description
As the rehoming and welfare assistant at Save the Dogs’ shelter in Cernavoda, Romania, you
will be a member of Save the Dogs’ Welfare and Adoption Team. You will have the opportunity
to promote their adoption to the countries of Save the Dogs’ international partners. You will
work within the procedures and welfare guidelines of Save the Dogs to help ensure that all
animals in the center receive excellent care.

Roles:
• Ensure positive welfare for every dog ​​and cat at Save the Dogs’ shelter through
environmental enrichment and socialization
• Assess the behavior of dogs and cats to decide if they are appropriate for adoption,
highlighting any behavioral or welfare problems to other staff
• Check on the wellbeing of animals daily, and discuss any changes with the veterinary team
• Provide photos, videos, and behavioral descriptions of animals to adoption partner
organizations in other countries
• Ensure animals are rehomed by providing accurate information and advice to assist adoption
partners in selecting appropriate cats and dogs
• Help other Save the Dogs staff to coordinate transportation of animals to other countries

• Go to local neighborhoods and villages to assess the needs of street animals (dogs and
especially cats), cooperate with members of the communities to improve care of the animals,
and bring animals to the shelter for veterinary care
• Check the data in the shelter software, produce reports from the software, and update Excel
files to enable staff to follow Save the Dogs’ impact for animals
• Update documents about each animal, using custom software, Excel files, and paper
documents
• Complete other tasks as needed
• Promote and encourage local adoptions, assess potential local adopters, visit homes to
ensure all conditions are met, and find good matches between adopters and animals

Qualifications:
• Willingness to live in Cernavodă, Romania for a minimum of 12 months
• Knowledge of the behavior and welfare needs of dogs and cats
• Experience working or volunteering at animal care facilities such as rescue centers, veterinary
clinics, and animal shelters
• Willingness to work outdoors in an animal shelter and in rural communities at all times of
year
• Strong spoken and written English and excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and
Outlook
• Basic skills in photography and video editing

Preferred qualifications
• Knowledge of Romanian
• Thorough knowledge and experience with cats’ behavior and veterinary care

Soft skills
• Ability to multitask and work accurately under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Ability to take initiative and solve problems or seek guidance on solving them as appropriate.
• Commitment to animal welfare

Place of work: Cernavoda, ROMANIA
Type of contract: Fixed term 12 months (with the possibility of renewal and an indefinite
contract)
Benefits: Accommodation, meal vouchers, daily
transportation to and from the animal shelter, and return flights to home country
To apply: Please send your CV, a letter that says why you are a good fit for this position, and the
contact information of three references to administratie@savethedogs.ro.