Veterinary Officer

Overview

Global Animal Health Tanzania (GAHT), a legally registered NGO that is supported by Washington State University and collaborating partners in Tanzania, serves to manage a broad range of public and animal health research projects in Tanzania. GAHT has the following openings:

Contract duration: Twelve (12) months (full-time engagement), with the possibility of renewal

Reports To: Country Administrative Manager

Location: Mara, Tanzania

Position Description: 

The Veterinary Officer will support the implementation of research programs, performing the following activities;

Duties and responsibilities:

• Support surveillance officers in collecting and reporting surveillance data through the designated GAHT surveillance data system;
• Support data analysis;,
• Prepare progress reports in line with funding agency requirements, and the distribution to relevant stakeholders;.
• Contribute to strengthening monitoring & evaluation capability;
• Participate in relevant events and meetings organized by governmental, academic and other partners;
• Work with the GAHT Operations Team to ensure project related equipment and/or electronics are purchased, stored and maintained appropriately;
• Liaise with the Pis and other researchers on respective research programs to determine field activity requirements and to collect research data;
• Carry out data collection activities as described by the PI and other senior researchers identified by the PI. These will include household surveys, biological sample collection, vaccination coverage surveys etc.;
• Maintain safe storage and distribution (to the PI) of data collected;
• Be responsible for GAHT vehicles, ensuring that they are operated solely for project activities and maintained in good order. This will include:
  • Maintaining a vehicle log book where mileage is recorded before commencing and completing each field trip;
  • Close communication with Program Coordinator ensuring vehicle maintenance is done in a timely manner;
  • Report to the Program Coordinator of any serious mechanical problems that needs immediate resolution;
  • Send a copy of the vehicle log book each month to the Program Coordinator;
• Manage and account for project cash advances;
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• Represent GAHT at necessary meetings.
• Miscellaneous other duties as requested

Qualifications:

• A Diploma in Veterinary Medicine or equivalent qualification in the animal production and health sector
• Three (3) years working experience in a similar job position

Beneficial skills and experience:

• Demonstrated experience in planning, programme management, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, and report writing
• Computer literate – comfortable with email, and proficient in the use of MS Office (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Excellent English language writing skills
• Experience collecting and managing data sets and using mapping software a bonus
• A keen interest in developing a career in field research
• Ability to speak KiSwahili, KiMaasai, and other languages an advantage
• An understanding of the social and political landscape at regional and national levels under which sustainable outcomes must be delivered
• Good communication, facilitation, and diplomacy skills
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, national environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Valid clean driving license and preferably experience of driving 4-wheel drive vehicles

Other Technical and Interpersonal Skills for both positions:

• An understanding of the social and political landscape at regional and national levels under which sustainable outcomes must be delivered
• Excellent command of English and Kiswahili, spoken and written, including scientific report writing
• Analytical skills, statistical analysis, and mapping/surveillance expertise
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• A valid driving license is a must
• Skills in interpersonal relations and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Good communication, facilitation, and diplomacy skills
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, national environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

How to Apply:

Please submit your detailed resume, a cover letter and relevant certificates to g.kassanga@wsu.edu cc smollel@wsu.edu on or before October 14th 2020. Please indicate specific job title on the subject line of your email. In your resume please indicate the contacts of your previous 3 referees. Late applications will not be considered.