Surveillance Coordinator

OVERVIEW:

The Surveillance Coordinator reports to the Veterinary Services (VS) Director and is responsible for planning and implementing a program to prevent, survey and prepare for, monitor and respond to animal health emergencies including diseases and pests of interest to prevent their introduction or spread. The successful candidate shall have strong communication, written and organizational skills to ensure that the surveillance program is running smoothly and be able to liaise with other staff in the VS and collaborating agencies to implement the program. This individual must be able to multitask and may be required to travel on occasion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties of the Surveillance Coordinator include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist with planning an effective program for the prevention, traceability, surveillance, monitoring, preparedness and response to animal health emergencies including diseases, pests and other conditions of animal, human or environmental health concern;
• Liaise with collaborating agencies and staff nationally, regionally and internationally in order to implement the plan;
• Assist with establishing and manage a diagnostic plan to develop the capacity and program required to effectively implement and support the surveillance program;
• Organize/plan meetings (inquire about participants’ availability) and other events; it may require research of vendor pricing;
• Establish a traceability program for local and imported animals and animal products;
• Prepare presentation materials and conduct meetings, workshops and other fora to assist in implementing the surveillance plan;
• To assist with training of animal health inspectors and staff in collaborating agencies along with agro-producers and the public in the identification, reporting and response to diseases, pests and other animal health emergencies;
• Assist with documentation of information;
• Store/file, organize and manage files;
• Type, edit and proofread documents;
• Attend national, regional and international meetings;
• Engage in on the job training opportunities;
• Other responsibilities as requested.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proven knowledge and experience in animal health diagnostics, surveillance and traceability programs;
• Be able to work independently and interact professionally when addressing staff and visitors;
• Be a team player and work effectively and supportively with others;
• Be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree;
• A minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in surveillance and/or diagnostics.

Interested applicants should send the following to the Human Resources Department

• A cover letter of interest highlighting work experience and accomplishments;
• Current Curriculum Vitae or Resume;
• Copies of Relevant Qualifications and Certificates;