Remote Local Technical Advisor - Pandemic Preparedness

Fao; Padova; Remote; EUR 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FAO seeks a Local Technical Advisor for Pandemic Preparedness, working from a home-based location within Europe and Central Asia. The role supports the MAKE-READY project in Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia, coordinating with national authorities and international partners to strengthen One Health responses.

The incumbent will provide technical expertise in animal health, veterinary services and zoonotic disease prevention, ensuring timely delivery of project outputs and adherence to FAO

Qualifications

• University degree in veterinary medicine or related field.
• At least five years of relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of English and Albanian.

Responsibilities

• Lead local technical expert and advisor for the project.
• Plan, organize and implement project activities and outputs.
• Consult with technical teams in Kosovo, Albania, North Macedonia and management on technical aspects.
• Coordinate with national authorities and stakeholders across human and animal health sectors.
• Support multisector coordination mechanisms (One Health).
• Develop annual project workplans and contribute to tender processes.

Skills

Project coordination

One Health

Stakeholder liaison

Education

University degree in veterinary medicine or related field

Job description

FAO seeks a Local Technical Advisor for Pandemic Preparedness, working from a home-based location within Europe and Central Asia. The role supports the MAKE-READY project in Kosovo, Albania and North Macedonia, coordinating with national authorities and international partners to strengthen One Health responses.

The incumbent will provide technical expertise in animal health, veterinary services and zoonotic disease prevention, ensuring timely delivery of project outputs and adherence to FAO