Raipur, India
The Vatika veterinary team providing surgical care to a rescued dog

Careers at Vatika

More than a job.
A chance to make a difference.

Whether your passion lies in veterinary care, animal rescue, storytelling, communications, fundraising or shelter management, Vatika offers you the chance to turn your passion into purpose.

Work that means something

Bring your skills. Find your purpose.

Be part of a growing team, learn new skills, take on meaningful responsibilities and make a real difference in the lives of animals every day. Some roles are hands-on at the sanctuary; others connect communities and supporters to the work.

Perhaps you are looking for your first job, thinking about a career change, or ready to build and lead. Whatever your story, there may be a place for you at Vatika.

Find your place at Vatika
Vatika team members caring for a dog together
Meaningful work, alongside a team that cares.

Life at Vatika

Care takes many hands.

From treatment and recovery to the daily work of caring for every resident, the team shows up for animals across the sanctuary.

A Vatika veterinary team member treating a recovering dog
Veterinary care and recovery
A Vatika team member with a horse at the sanctuary
Care for every kind of resident

Current vacancies

Find work that means something.

Explore the roles currently shared by our team. Open each position for responsibilities and candidate details.

Medical & Veterinary
01

Junior Paravet

Join the medical team caring for rescued, injured and recovering animals, primarily dogs.

Raipur, Chhattisgarh · On-site

0–1 year

₹15,000 per month

Diploma in Animal Husbandry · Food and accommodation provided

Apply by email
Fundraising · CSR
02

CSR & Fundraising Manager

Build lasting donor relationships and coordinate fundraising for animal care, hospital infrastructure and sanctuary programmes. The role focuses on donor relations, CSR opportunities and fundraising implementation.

Raipur, Chhattisgarh · Remote

2–5 years preferred

₹40,000–₹70,000 per month

Full-time · Graduate or postgraduate; Social Work qualification and MSW preferred

Apply by email
Communications · Community
03

Community Manager

Bring people closer to Vatika’s work through community programmes, events and partnerships.

Raipur, Chhattisgarh · On-site

1–2 years; freshers with strong communication skills may apply

₹20,000–₹25,000 per month

Full-time · One-month compulsory volunteering orientation before joining

Apply by email
Field Operations · HR & Recruitment
04

Field Recruitment & Staff Mobilisation Executive

Find and support the caretakers, sweepers, cleaners, ground staff, helpers and other field-level workers who keep the sanctuary running.

Raipur / Chandkhuri, Chhattisgarh · Field-based

Recruitment or field experience preferred; an HR degree is not required

₹12,000–₹15,000 per month + travel and mobile allowance

Full-time · Must be able to ride a bike or scooter

Apply by email
Administration · Shelter Operations
05

Admin Executive

Support the daily administration of the shelter, working across office records, visitors, stores and on-the-ground activities.

Raipur, Chhattisgarh · On-site

1 year; freshers may apply

₹12,000–₹15,000 per month

Full-time

Apply by email

Vacancies and compensation reflect the role information shared by the team. Some positions may be open throughout the year; others depend on current requirements.

Many ways to contribute

We welcome applications across departments.

Some positions may be open throughout the year, while others depend on current requirements. If you don’t see a suitable vacancy, tell us how you could contribute.

01

Animal Rescue

Rescue executives, ambulance drivers

02

Medical & Veterinary

Veterinarians, paravets, veterinary assistants

03

Shelter Operations

Shelter managers, assistant managers, animal caretakers

04

Administration

Admin executives, accounts and HR

05

Fundraising

Fundraising managers, donor relations

06

Communications

Social media executives, content creators

A few things to know

Animal welfare work asks a lot of you.

It isn’t always glamorous. You may encounter injured, sick and traumatised animals, and some days can be physically and emotionally demanding.

  • Patience, discipline and consistency matter.
  • Emergencies may ask you to step beyond your usual duties.
  • You will work with people from different backgrounds and experiences.
  • We offer meaningful work, room to learn and a chance to be part of something that matters.

Join the Vatika team

Don’t just look for a job. Find work that means something.

Send your CV and the position you’re interested in. We’d also love to hear from you if your skills could support another part of our work.