Project Technical Assistant

Supports delivery of animal health and One Health projects in the Philippines through project coordination, training and workshop support, data analysis, monitoring, reporting, advocacy and administrative follow-up with government and FAO partners.

• Support implementation of the Resilient Philippines Project and other FAO animal production and health projects
• Coordinate project activities with relevant partners and stakeholders
• Prepare and support training, workshops, meetings and follow-up activities across animal-health technical areas
• Collect and analyse data and support One Health advocacy and awareness initiatives
• Monitor activities, targets and indicators against project work plans and logframes
• Support project administrative and financial transactions in line with FAO guidelines
• Prepare project reports, briefs, correspondence and communications for FAO and government partners

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, or an advanced degree in epidemiology, animal health, public health or a related field
• At least 3 years of relevant experience for DVM or advanced-degree candidates, or at least 5 years for non-DVM candidates without an advanced degree
• Relevant experience in laboratory work, surveillance, epidemiology or community engagement
• Working knowledge of English
• Philippine nationality

• Initial duration: 3 months, with possible extension
• Regional discussions and travel missions may be required
• Appointment is subject to medical fitness, residency or visa requirements and security clearances