Washington State University Veterinary Officer Jobs in Tanzania

Washington State University Veterinary Officer Jobs in 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:

    o Maintaining vehicle log book where mileage is recorded before commencing and completing each field trip;

    o Close communication with Program Coordinator ensuring vehicle maintenance is done in a timely manner;

    o Report to the Program Coordinator of any serious mechanical problems that needs immediate resolution;

    o Send a copy of vehicle log book each month to the Program Coordinator;

    • Manage and account for project cash advances;

    • 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
    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-wheeel 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)

    • Valid driving license is a must

    • Skills in interpersonal relations and the ability to work in 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.

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