Location : Freetown, Sierra Leone / Monrovia, Liberia / Conakry, Guinea / Dakar, Senegal (according needs)
In the framework of the FAO response to the epidemic of Ebola viral disease (EVD) in West Africa, under the administrative supervision of the FAO Representative in the country, in collaboration with the FAO Regional Office in Accra and the Regional Hub for Resilience, Emergencies and Rehabilitation in West Africa / Sahel in Dakar (REOWA), the international consultant will assist with aspects of knowledge and reducing the risk of inter-species transmission and spread of the Ebola virus program. To this end, he/she will perform the following tasks:
· Contribute to the achievement of the study on value chains of bushmeat;
· Identify and map critical control points along the value chains of bushmeat and propose a monitoring protocol at the Human / wildlife interface;
· Assess risk of virus spillover from wildlife and transmission to humans, domestic animals and animal products;
· Develop risk management options to mitigate the risk of transmission of the Ebola virus to humans with a focus at the human/wildlife interface;
· Contribute to the formulation and implementation of programs to strengthen emergency preparedness planning and response national capacities to prevent and respond high-threated animal diseases, including public awareness, in a One Health approach;
· Facilitate the establishment and strengthening of institutional and operational relationships with key stakeholders involved in the prevention and response to the EVD either at central level (Central Veterinary Services, MoH, Ministry in charge of wildlife, WHO, UNICEF, etc.) and district level (veterinary and wildlife decentralized water and forestry, health workers, NGOs) through participation in intersectoral meetings, joint organization of trainings, preparation, production and dissemination of educational and communication/social mobilization materials etc.;
· Perform any other duties upon request from the Head of the Regional Hub for Resilience, Emergencies and Rehabilitation in West Africa / Sahel or the FAO country Representative;
· Submit a report at the end of its mission.
Education and relevant experience
Epidemiologist with a specialization or proven 5 year experience on epidemiology, risk analysis on public health / animal health. Professional experience in the country or sub-region is highly desirable.
Other competencies
· Languages skills:Fluent in English or French and working knowledge of the other one desirable
· Other competencies
· Proficiency in computer skills and current use of the Internet
· Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and multicultural environment;
· Women are encouraged to apply;
Experience within FAO is an asset.
How to apply:
Send your Personal History Form (PHF) by e-mail to: VA-FAOSN-EVD@fao.org
On the subject of the application kindly indicate the name of the position and desired country of assignment if any.
Please note that FAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Director-General and may be assigned to any activities or office of the organization.
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