Overview Jhpiego is a non-profit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives improving health and transforming futures We partner with governments health experts and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families Through our partnerships we are revolutionizing health care for the world s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people In India Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning maternal and child health strengthening human resources for health and non-communicable diseases These programs are funded by the Bill Melinda Gates Foundation David Lucile Packard Foundation Children s Investment Fund Foundation CIFF MSD for Mothers and other anonymous donors Jhpiego is hiring for the position of Veterinary Public Health Specialist based in New Delhi for its Animal Health related projects The position will work closely with the India country office and state office teams for strengthening the veterinary lab capacity Responsibilities Design interventions strategies and action plans to combat animal diseases aligning with national and international guidelines frameworks Assist in the development and implementation of strategies for preventing and controlling zoonotic diseases at the animal-human interface Identify key priorities gaps and opportunities in disease prevention surveillance control and respond Collaborate and coordinate with the national and state-level animal health divisions to ensure alignment and synergies with ongoing efforts Facilitate intersectoral collaboration efforts among animal health human health wildlife and other relevant sectors for One Health implementation Foster relationships with government agencies healthcare institutions research organizations private sector and other relevant stakeholders Assist state program managers in the effective implementation of project activities providing technical support and coordination Assist in the organization of workshops training sessions community engagement and awareness campaigns related to animal health Contribute to the collection and analysis of data related to zoonotic diseases and animal health surveillance Prepare comprehensive reports detailing project achievements challenges and recommendations for further enhancement Assist in maintaining accurate documentation of project activities and outcomes contributing to regular progress reporting Any tasks assigned by the supervisor Required Qualifications Abilities Skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced setting Experience working with government agencies international organizations and NGOs in the animal health sector Ability to analyse data and produce documents and reports of professional quality and coordinate activities independently Fluency in spoken and written English and Hindi required Computer skills demonstrating competency in MS Office Suite Ability to handle a variety of assignments under pressure of deadlines Ability to multitask and work in a multi-cultural team Ability to develop productive working relationships with other team members agencies stakeholders and other organizations Excellent communication interpersonal and organizational skills Ability and willingness to travel frequently Qualifications Knowledge and Experience Mandatory Graduate degree in veterinary sciences Preferred Masters PhD At least 7 years experience in implementing in animal health zoonotic diseases or veterinary public health Familiarity with the veterinary public health in India one health approach newer initiatives in the animal health sector and relevant government policies strategies particularly National Animal Disease Control Programme and Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme Experience in capacity building e g developing content planning and facilitating training and providing technical assistance will be desirable Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling work environment Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package Women candidates are encouraged to apply Due to high volume of applications only shortlisted applicants will receive a response from Jhpiego HR RECRUITMENT SCAMS FRAUD WARNING Jhpiego has become aware of scams involving false job offers Please be advised Recruiters will never ask for a fee during any stage of the recruitment process All active jobs are advertised directly on our careers page Official Jhpiego emails will always arrive from a Jhpiego org email address Please report any suspicious communications to Info jhpiego org

📌 Veterinary Public Health Specialist (New Delhi)
🏢 Jhpiego
📍 New Delhi