Inspector ITC Animals | NAFSA

Pakistan Single Window; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of NAFSA seeks a qualified inspector to perform physical inspection of animals and animal products at entry/exit points, verify health certificates and documentation.

Responsibilities include sampling for laboratory examination, monitoring cold-chain temperatures, enforcing quarantine measures, and supporting detentions or re-exports as directed. Minimum two years field experience and Master’s or DVM in related fields are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or demonstrated experience in international trade/SPS, veterinary public health, epidemiology or related fields.
• DVM / BSc (Hons.) Animal Sciences / Veterinary & Animal Husbandry or closely related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical inspection of animals and animal products at points of entry/exit to verify compliance with SPS measures and import/export requirements.
• Check and validate accompanying health certificates, permits, invoices and other documents for completeness and authenticity.
• Conduct pre-shipment and/or post-arrival inspection activities as assigned and record findings in prescribed formats.
• Collect samples for laboratory examination and ensure proper labelling, preservation and transportation under chain-of-custody.
• Monitor and record cold-chain temperatures for perishable consignments and report deviations.
• Implement quarantine instructions and assist in monitoring animals in quarantine facilities, including basic welfare checks.
• Report non-compliances promptly and support enforcement actions including detention, re-export, treatment/processing or destruction as directed.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support preparation of daily/weekly activity reports.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the reporting officer in support of NAFSA’s mandate.

Skills

Animal inspection

Quarantine

Documentation

Field work

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

DVM / BSc in Animal Sciences or related

Job description

This position is being recruited by Pakistan Single Window (PSW) on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA). NAFSA is being established as a strategic national initiative to strengthen Pakistan’s agri-trade ecosystem through enhanced regulatory oversight, facilitation, and modernization of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will be part of NAFSA’s foundational team, contributing to the development of systems, processes, and institutional capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical inspection of animals and animal products at points of entry/exit to verify compliance with notified SPS measures and import/export requirements.
• Check and validate accompanying health certificates, permits, invoices and other documents for completeness and authenticity.
• Conduct pre-shipment and/or post-arrival inspection activities as assigned and record findings in prescribed formats.
• Collect samples (e.g., blood, tissue, swabs, fecal, urine, products) for laboratory examination and ensure proper labelling, preservation and transportation under chain-of-custody.
• Monitor and record cold-chain temperatures for perishable consignments and report deviations.
• Implement quarantine instructions and assist in monitoring animals in quarantine facilities, including basic welfare checks.
• Report non-compliances promptly and support enforcement actions including detention, re-export, treatment/processing or destruction as directed.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and support preparation of daily/weekly activity reports.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the reporting officer in support of NAFSA’s mandate.

Education

• Master’s Degree (sixteen years education) qualification or demonstrated experience in international trade/SPS, veterinary public health, epidemiology or related fields.
• DVM / BSc (Hons.) Animal Sciences / Veterinary & Animal Husbandry or a closely related discipline (or equivalent).

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant field experience in inspection/quarantine, veterinary practice, livestock/animal products handling, or regulatory compliance (experience at ports/airports is an advantage).
• Working knowledge of import/export documentation, health certification and basic SPS/quarantine requirements.
• Ability to collect samples and preserve chain-of-custody; familiarity with cold-chain monitoring and basic biosafety practices.
• Strong attention to detail, integrity and ability to work in shifts and field environments.