Animal Health Officer (Vaccine and Quality Assurance)Job Description – FAO Headquarters, Rome, Italy (Post No. ). Fixed‑term appointment for two years with possibility of extension.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport veterinary vaccine procurement and quality assurance activities for FAO Members.Contribute to the development and improvement of vaccine production capacities in member countries.Assist with the FAO vaccine registration system and harmonise guidelines for cold chain management and vaccine distribution.Collaborate with FAO Reference Centres and other partners on research, innovation and standard setting for new or improved vaccines.Provide technical backstopping and capacity building to veterinary services in vaccine handling, administration and quality control.Promote knowledge sharing and best practices at international meetings, conferences and stakeholder consultations.Support resource mobilisation activities in line with the FAO Strategic Framework.Required QualificationsAdvanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in veterinary medicine, veterinary drug/vaccine, veterinary epidemiology or a related field.Five years of relevant experience in vaccine management, quality control, vaccine research, strategy development and regulatory aspects.Proficiency in English (C level) and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).Results focus, teamwork, communication, relationship building and continuous improvement skills.Experience in animal vaccine quality control, vaccine production capacity development programmes and technical project management at national, regional or global level.Familiarity with relevant vaccine standards and experience in developing vaccine programmes for infectious disease management.General InformationExtension of fixed‑term appointments is based on performance, available funds and certification of medical fitness, accreditation, residency/visa requirements and security clearances.FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.Conditions of ServiceA competitive compensation package is offered. Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:Dependency allowances, rental subsidy, education grant for children, home leave travel.30 working days of annual leave per year.Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund.International health insurance; optional life insurance; disability protection.How to ApplyComplete an online profile on the FAO recruitment portal (Jobs at FAO). Attach a letter of motivation.Ensure all qualifications are accredited in the WHED and align with the ISCED mappings.Submit the application before the deadline. Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.Personal information may be shared within FAO for background checks. Consent is required; withdrawal is possible at any time.For assistance, visit FAO client support.FAO Commitment to Diversity and InclusionFAO is committed to workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture. Qualified female applicants, members of under‑represented groups and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO values of commitment, respect for all and integrity and transparency.#J-18808-Ljbffr