Sawai Singh

Farm Manager and Animal Operations Professional with 14+ years of experience in large-scale livestock, poultry, equine, and zoological operations. Proven expertise in multi-species management, staff leadership, and implementation of feeding, breeding, health, and biosecurity programs. Strong track record in maintaining international animal welfare standards while driving efficient, compliant, and results-focused operations.

Experienced Training

Coordinator skilled in developing teams and improving operational performance.

Senior Animal Care Specialist at World Wide Zoo Consultants, Giza Zoo Egypt (2025-01 – 2025-09)

Supported redevelopment and operational improvement of a zoological facility.

• Managed daily care, feeding, enclosure hygiene, and welfare of ungulate species.
• Ensured adherence to animal welfare regulations and biosecurity standards.
• Implemented enrichment programs for improved behavioral health in captive animals, leading to a more natural environment.
• Assisted veterinarians during medical procedures and surgeries.

Farm Manager at Vantara Animal Kingdom (GZRRC) (2022-01 – 2024-12)

Managed large-scale farm operations covering livestock, poultry, and equine units.

• Oversaw poultry production alongside sheep, cattle, and mixed livestock.
• Planned and supervised feeding, breeding, health monitoring, and vaccination programs.
• Led multicultural farm teams, managing rosters, training, and daily work allocation.
• Implemented biosecurity, hygiene, waste management, and safety protocols.
• Maintained farm records including inventory, feed usage, production, equipment, and staff performance.
• Ensured compliance with animal welfare regulations, safety standards, and SOPs.

Curator at Vantara Animal Kingdom (GZRRC) (2018-01 – 2021-12)

Provided strategic leadership for the Rhino and Horse Sections, overseeing African White Rhinos, Indian Greater One-Horned Rhinos, and 30+ horse breeds. Planned and supervised large-scale and passive animal captures with strict adherence to safety and welfare standards. Led sex-separation programs, annual vaccination schedules, and medical treatments across ungulate, carnivore, and avian species.

Designed, implemented, and managed Boma enclosures for capture, quarantine, and translocation operations. Acted as a key liaison between management, veterinary teams, and field staff to ensure efficient operations and regulatory compliance.

Senior Supervisor – Hoofstock Section at Vantara Animal Kingdom (GZRRC) (2015-01 – 2017-12)

• Supervised daily animal care operations, including diet, husbandry, enrichment, and welfare.
• Managed 30+ staff, handling duty rosters, logistics, accommodation, and task allocation.
• Monitored wildlife park operations, ensuring ethical handling and welfare of 25+ species.
• Oversaw poultry and small animal sections, including breeding, census, and records.
• Maintained operational reports on feed, vehicles, and staff training.

Animal Keeper at Vantara Animal Kingdom (GZRRC) (2012-01 – 2014-12)

Delivered hands-on care for a wide range of species following established husbandry protocols.

• Assisted in first aid, rescue, and rehabilitation of injured birds and reptiles.
• Supported enclosure maintenance, feeding routines, enrichment activities, and health monitoring.

Master of Arts in Political Science – JAIN VISHVA BHARATI INSTITUTE - LADNUN, RAJASTHAN, INDIA (2022-08)