GF-TADs Technical Coordinator

World Organisation for Animal Health; Paris; Sur place; EUR 35 712 - 36 828; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The World Organisation for Animal Health in Paris is seeking a GF‑TADs Technical Coordinator to lead coordination efforts and provide technical assistance in managing TADs activities. The role involves collaboration with FAO counterparts and various WOAH teams to ensure effectively implemented activities.

Applicants should have a degree in veterinary science or related fields, with over 5 years in veterinary services and experience at the international level. The position offers a fixed-term contract with a gross monthly salary ranging from €3200 to €3300, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• A degree in veterinary science, biological sciences, public health, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years of professional experience working in veterinary services.
• At least 2 years of professional international experience.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate the work of WOAH’s teams in GF‑TADs activities.
• Support the organisation of global GF‑TADs governance meetings.
• Maintain GF‑TADs SharePoint and track workplans.

Connaissances

Project management

Technical writing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Formation

Degree in veterinary science

At least 5 years in veterinary services

Experience in international contexts

Outils

MS SharePoint

Power BI

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Job Description

Positioning and reporting

The GF‑TADs Technical Coordinator is placed under the authority of the Head of Emergency Preparedness and Resilience Department, working under the supervision of the Programme Manager – Animal Health Systems Resilience.

The GF‑TADs technical coordinator works in close collaboration with WOAH Departments and Regional and Sub‑Regional offices involved in the implementation of the GF‑TADs activities and their FAO counterparts.

Job purpose

• Work in coordination with FAO counterparts in the GF‑TADs Global Secretariat mission implementation;
• Coordinate the work of WOAH’s teams working in GF‑TADs activities to ensure harmonisation of the respective planning and execution;
• Lead the organisation of WOAH TADs‑related activities by providing technical and administrative assistance to the relevant WOAH Teams;
• Provide general support to the activities of the Emergency Preparedness and Resilience Department.

Missions and activities

• Supporting the organisation of the three types of global GF‑TADs governance meetings – 1) management committee, 2) global and 3) regional steering committees, and follow up on the respective recommendations;
• Supporting and attending, as necessary, activities related to global and regional priority disease strategies (coordination meetings, roadmaps, standing groups of experts, webinars, workshops);
• Following‑up on the implementation and periodic revision of the GF‑TADs global strategy;
• Maintaining the GF‑TADs SharePoint up to date.
• Tracking the implementation of workplans and supporting data collection and analysis related to key performance indicators of GF‑TADs projects;
• Supporting the organisation of internal disease coordination groups;
• Contributing to the development of activity reports including through the provision of technical material for further communication and dissemination;
• Supporting planning and assisting technically, as needed, in the implementation of GF‑TADs activities involving WOAH;
• Liaising with regional offices to ensure technical integration of TADs related projects that do not have specific entry point at headquarter as well as providing strategic guidance and support to the development of activities.
• Leading the organisation of WOAH TADs‑related activities by providing technical and administrative assistance to the relevant WOAH Teams;
• Developing concept notes, and leading or supporting the implementation of activities such as webinars, workshops, and technical consultations related to areas of work relevant to the GF‑TADs strategy, in particular those related to animal movement;
• Contributing to WOAH activities related to emergency preparedness; responding to emergencies related to transboundary animal diseases, including through involvement with the WOAH Incident Management System;
• Contributing and liaising with relevant colleagues to review concept notes and facilitate regional activities.
• Providing general support to the activities of the Emergency Preparedness and Resilience Department, as required.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in veterinary science, biological sciences, public health, or equivalent;
• At least 5 years of professional experience working in veterinary services at national level or above on control programmes against transboundary animal diseases;
• At least 2 years of professional experience at international level or proven regular exposure to international level;
• Experience in provision of technical secretariat and coordination functions at the national or international level.

Additional experience (asset)

• Experience in monitoring and evaluation;
• Experience in the control of animal movements and/or emergency preparedness;
• Experience working in two or more regions.

Expected Skills

Technical skills

• Experience in the management of projects involving multiple stakeholders;
• Ability to synthesise information and to summarise complex technical and institutional discussions;
• Proficiency in modern content management systems (such as MS SharePoint) and dashboard management (such as Power BI);
• Ability to work in English at a high level (C2) including excellent oral and written communication skills (C2);
• Knowledge of French or Spanish is an asset;
• Good computer skills in the Microsoft Office environment (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive, OneNote).

Personal and Interpersonal skills

• Excellent advocacy and communication skills;
• Ability to moderate conflicts and to keep composure in stressful situations;
• Courtesy, tact, and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multinational and multicultural team;
• Organisational skills.

Additional Information

Working conditions

• Salary: The monthly salary ranges from 3200 and 3300 euros, depending on experience and qualifications, with allowances based on eligibility; the salary is exempt from income tax in France.
• Type of contract: WOAH Staff - Fixed‑term contract.
• Duration: Two (2) years renewable.
• The post is a full‑time position based at the WOAH Headquarters in Paris and requires long hours in a seated position at a computer; it can entail missions abroad.

WOAH is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates, irrespective of their origin, gender, opinions or beliefs.