About the opportunity
This consultancy is offered by the Pan American Center for Foot-and-Mouth Disease and Veterinary Public Health (PANAFTOSA/VPH), part of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office. The consultant will provide specialized technical support in Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), focusing on veterinary epidemiology, surveillance, risk assessment, epidemiological modeling, emergency preparedness, and emergency vaccination strategies under the PHEFA Action Plan 2026-2030. The position is full-time for a duration of 12 months, starting on January 11, 2027, and ending on December 31, 2027, with the possibility of extension based on performance, needs, and funding.
Salary and benefits
- Total remuneration of USD 70,000.00 to be paid across eight deliverables
- Travel and costs associated with technical cooperation covered by PAHO
- Potential reimbursement of initial lodging expenses for required international travel
Who can apply?
- Essential: Bachelor's degree in veterinary medicine and a master's degree in veterinary science or public health
- Desirable: PhD in preventive veterinary medicine
- Essential: 9 years of progressively responsible professional experience in an Official Veterinary Service
- Demonstrated experience in Foot-and-Mouth Disease prevention, surveillance, or eradication programs
- Demonstrated experience in veterinary epidemiology, surveillance, risk assessment, and epidemiological modelling
- Experience in preparedness and response to transboundary animal diseases
- Experience preparing technical reports, scientific publications, and technical guidance documents
- Essential: Excellent knowledge of English or Spanish, with a working knowledge of the other language
- Desirable: Working knowledge of Portuguese
Required documents
- Updated online profile on the PAHO Career page with elaborated tasks performed
- Scanned copy of required degree(s), diploma(s), or certificate(s) if retained for interview
When to apply
- Date posted: October 6, 2026
- Closing date: October 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM Brasilia Standard Time
How to apply
- Complete an online profile on the PAHO Career page
- Ensure all experience records are updated with elaboration on tasks performed
- Submit the application through the official Workday platform before the deadline
Additional information
- Selected candidates will be placed on a roster for similar future consultancies
- A written test may be used as part of the screening process
- Higher educational qualifications must be accredited or recognized in WHED, CHEA, or College Navigator
- PAHO/WHO maintains a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of tobacco
- Consultants act as independent contractors and are personally responsible for taxes and social security contributions
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Senior veterinary professionals with extensive experience in Official Veterinary Services and Foot-and-Mouth Disease programs will find this role a natural fit.
- Candidates possessing strong technical skills in epidemiological modelling, risk-based surveillance, and scientific writing are well-positioned for success.
- Professionals comfortable with international technical cooperation, capacity building, and high-level stakeholder engagement will thrive in this regional office environment.
What should you think carefully about?
- The consultancy requires full-time commitment and physical presence in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, alongside national and international travel.
- Applicants must meet strict educational and language criteria, including 9 years of relevant professional experience and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
- The position operates under an independent contractor agreement without an employer-employee relationship or organizational responsibility for local taxes.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position offers a senior veterinary expert the opportunity to lead impactful regional health initiatives, shape disease eradication frameworks, and collaborate with international agencies across the Americas over a 12-month period.
Our take
Experienced veterinary epidemiologists with specialized FMD expertise and bilingual language skills should seriously apply before the October 27, 2026 deadline.
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