Adoption & Foster Programs Manager (Dog Behaviour & Training Specialist) for ROLDA Denmark
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Birkerød, Capital Region, Danmark
ROLDA, Romanian League in Defense of Animals
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222.000 € - 271.000 €/år
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Contract Type: Self-employed
Hours: Part-time (potential for full-time for the right candidate)
Salary:
33,000 E per annum
Location:
Remote Reporting To: CEO Organisational Structure Work closely with Head of Fundraising (adoption success stories), Social MediaManager (social media promotion) and international Adoption teams.
About us
ROLDA is a small but dedicated animal welfarecharity committed to improvingthe lives of dogs, cats, and other animals in Romania andinternationally. Since its establishment in 2006, ROLDA has been a beacon of hope for themillions of vulnerable stray animals in Romania—one of Europe’s economically poorestnations. Our mission is to manage the homeless animal population, estimated to be in the millions,through six key areas of focus:rescue, rehabilitation, sheltering, sterilisation, rehoming, andeducation. Within our shelters—designed with inspiration from British kennel models andmaintained to meet EU animal welfare standards—we can accommodate hundreds of rescued animals at a time. Here, they receive full veterinary care, rehabilitation, and preparation foradoption. Since 2006, we have helped over 100,000 animals, primarily dogs and cats, and have builttwo dedicated dog shelters and a facility for disabled and senior cats. In addition to ourdirect rescue and rehoming efforts, we provide financial support,primarily through smallgrants to other charities in Romania and approx 40 shelters in Ukraine. Our rehomingefforts are focusing on Switzerland, Sweden, and the UK. Beyond rescue and sheltering, ROLDA actively addresses the root cause of Romania’shomeless animal crisis through comprehensive neutering programs and educationalinitiatives. We are proud of the work we do and remain committed to building a better future forRomania’s stray animals through rescue, rehabilitation, and long-term solutions. Role Overview We are seeking a dedicatedAdoption & Foster Programs Managerwith expertise in dogbehaviour and training tooversee and enhance our adoption and foster care initiatives. Thisrole requires strong experience with stray dogs, excellent communication skills, and theability to build relationships with adopters, foster carers, and behaviourists.
Key Responsibilities
Adoption Program Ensure smooth adoption processes by clearly communicating guidelines andexpectations to adopters before the adoption is approved/dog is transported inDenmark. Conduct pre
- and post-adoption home checks in collaboration with volunteerorganisations. Provide ongoing post-adoption support, answering queries and addressing concerns. Maintain regular communication with adopters to gather feedback and updates. Ensure dogs available for adoption are well-advertised. Create a structured and sustainable foster programme. Establish 1-3 reliable foster homes (to start with) for cases where adoptions fail. Develop a plan to expand the foster network over time. Determine the costs associated with the foster programme and identify potentialfunding sources to support it. Provide training tips and behavioural guidance to adopters. Offer expert advice to adopters on handling behavioural challenges. Communication & Relationship Management Act as the key contact for adopters, providing timely advice and support inemergencies. Handle difficult situations with professionalism, ensuring positive representation ofROLDA. Gather and manage adopter feedback to improve the adoption process. Required Skills & Experience Experience working with stray dogs, ideally having adopted or fostered strayspersonally. Strong knowledge of dog behaviour and training techniques. Ability to connect with and collaborate with professional dog behaviourists. Experience in managing or developing foster care programmes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain processes clearly andsupport adopters effectively. Patience and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations. Based in Denmark, native Danish speaker. Person Specification Experience working with stray dogs, ideally having adopted or fostered strayspersonally. Strong knowledge of dog behaviour and training techniques. Ability to provide clear training advice and behavioural support to adopters. Experience in managing or developing foster care programmes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain processes clearly andsupport adopters effectively. Patience and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations. Ability to work independently and proactively to improve the adoption and fosterprograms. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy. Good organisational and administrative skills, including record-keeping and follow-ups. A flexible approach to working, including occasional tasks outside coreresponsibilities. Previous experience in an adoption or fostering role within an animal welfareorganisation. Knowledge of fundraising and budgeting to suppo
Salary:
33,000 E per annum
Location:
Remote Reporting To: CEO Organisational Structure Work closely with Head of Fundraising (adoption success stories), Social MediaManager (social media promotion) and international Adoption teams.
About us
ROLDA is a small but dedicated animal welfarecharity committed to improvingthe lives of dogs, cats, and other animals in Romania andinternationally. Since its establishment in 2006, ROLDA has been a beacon of hope for themillions of vulnerable stray animals in Romania—one of Europe’s economically poorestnations. Our mission is to manage the homeless animal population, estimated to be in the millions,through six key areas of focus:rescue, rehabilitation, sheltering, sterilisation, rehoming, andeducation. Within our shelters—designed with inspiration from British kennel models andmaintained to meet EU animal welfare standards—we can accommodate hundreds of rescued animals at a time. Here, they receive full veterinary care, rehabilitation, and preparation foradoption. Since 2006, we have helped over 100,000 animals, primarily dogs and cats, and have builttwo dedicated dog shelters and a facility for disabled and senior cats. In addition to ourdirect rescue and rehoming efforts, we provide financial support,primarily through smallgrants to other charities in Romania and approx 40 shelters in Ukraine. Our rehomingefforts are focusing on Switzerland, Sweden, and the UK. Beyond rescue and sheltering, ROLDA actively addresses the root cause of Romania’shomeless animal crisis through comprehensive neutering programs and educationalinitiatives. We are proud of the work we do and remain committed to building a better future forRomania’s stray animals through rescue, rehabilitation, and long-term solutions. Role Overview We are seeking a dedicatedAdoption & Foster Programs Managerwith expertise in dogbehaviour and training tooversee and enhance our adoption and foster care initiatives. Thisrole requires strong experience with stray dogs, excellent communication skills, and theability to build relationships with adopters, foster carers, and behaviourists.
Key Responsibilities
Adoption Program Ensure smooth adoption processes by clearly communicating guidelines andexpectations to adopters before the adoption is approved/dog is transported inDenmark. Conduct pre
- and post-adoption home checks in collaboration with volunteerorganisations. Provide ongoing post-adoption support, answering queries and addressing concerns. Maintain regular communication with adopters to gather feedback and updates. Ensure dogs available for adoption are well-advertised. Create a structured and sustainable foster programme. Establish 1-3 reliable foster homes (to start with) for cases where adoptions fail. Develop a plan to expand the foster network over time. Determine the costs associated with the foster programme and identify potentialfunding sources to support it. Provide training tips and behavioural guidance to adopters. Offer expert advice to adopters on handling behavioural challenges. Communication & Relationship Management Act as the key contact for adopters, providing timely advice and support inemergencies. Handle difficult situations with professionalism, ensuring positive representation ofROLDA. Gather and manage adopter feedback to improve the adoption process. Required Skills & Experience Experience working with stray dogs, ideally having adopted or fostered strayspersonally. Strong knowledge of dog behaviour and training techniques. Ability to connect with and collaborate with professional dog behaviourists. Experience in managing or developing foster care programmes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain processes clearly andsupport adopters effectively. Patience and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations. Based in Denmark, native Danish speaker. Person Specification Experience working with stray dogs, ideally having adopted or fostered strayspersonally. Strong knowledge of dog behaviour and training techniques. Ability to provide clear training advice and behavioural support to adopters. Experience in managing or developing foster care programmes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain processes clearly andsupport adopters effectively. Patience and professionalism when dealing with challenging situations. Ability to work independently and proactively to improve the adoption and fosterprograms. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy. Good organisational and administrative skills, including record-keeping and follow-ups. A flexible approach to working, including occasional tasks outside coreresponsibilities. Previous experience in an adoption or fostering role within an animal welfareorganisation. Knowledge of fundraising and budgeting to suppo