National Animal Health Specialist

TL;DR

National Animal Health Specialist (Veterinary Medicine): Planning and supporting the implementation of animal disease surveillance systems and vaccination campaigns in Yemen with an accent on disease diagnostics and lab quality assurance. Focus on coordinating with stakeholders, conducting technical trainings for laboratory personnel, and evaluating vaccination outcomes.

Location: Onsite in Sanaa or Aden, Yemen

Company

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (hirify.global) is a specialized agency responsible for addressing food security, agriculture, and rural development priorities.

What you will do

• Plan and support animal disease surveillance systems and livestock vaccination and treatment campaigns.
• Conduct Pre and Post vaccination Evaluations (PVE).
• Prepare and facilitate 5-day training courses on animal disease diagnostics and lab quality assurance for Central Veterinary Laboratory technicians.
• Coordinate meetings with stakeholders from the private sector, Veterinary Statutory Body (VSB), and veterinary education establishments.
• Collaborate with project managers, CTAs, and technical/operation teams in Yemen.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in veterinary medicine, veterinary epidemiology, or a related field.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, implement, and report on project interventions.
• Strong results focus and professional conduct.
• Must be a national of Yemen or have valid residency/work authorization for Yemen.

Culture & Benefits

• Work within a Specialized Agency of the United Nations with a global mandate.
• Commitment to workforce diversity, gender equality, and inclusion of under-represented groups.
• High standards of integrity, professional conduct, and a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination or abuse.
• Strict confidentiality regarding all application materials.