Research Officer I – Vietnam (ILRI)

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) seeks to recruits a One Health Research Officer to support the two projects in Vietnam. The main purpose of the job is to coordinate the implementation of the ICT4Health and CGIAR initiative One Health Zoonoses Work package in Vietnam.

ILRI works to improve food security and nutrition and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe and sustainable use of livestock. It is the only one of 11 CGIAR research centres dedicated entirely to animal agriculture research for the developing world.

Background

ILRI is implementing a One Health research for development project portfolio in Vietnam and in Southeast Asia to addressing the threats of zoonotic diseases, AMR and foodborne diseases. Two projects that are part of this portfolio are i) the Improving human health through sustainable value chains in human-animal-environmental interactions using ICT in Vietnam (ICT4Health) funded by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, Republic of Korea and ii) the CGIAR Initiative on Protecting Human Health through a One Health Approach (CGIAR One Health initiative). These 2 projects aim to strengthen the capacities of national partners in surveillance, early detection and emergency response, disease prevention and control and laboratory science (serology and diagnostics). The project will inform policy formulation to improve the management of transboundary animal and emerging zoonotic diseases at the interface of human, wildlife, livestock and environment.

ILRI recruits a One Health Research Associate to support the two projects in Vietnam. The main purpose of the job is to coordinate the implementation of the ICT4Health and CGIAR initiative One Health Zoonoses Work package in Vietnam.

Key responsibilities:

The research associate will support the implementation of two projects in the province of Dong Nai, Hoa Binh and Lao Cai province in collaboration with the different national partners and institutions.

Support the project coordinator/postdoc fellow and admin team in project related issues, as required
Coordinate, support and prepare for field activities in Dong Nai, Hoa Binh and Lao Cai province related to budgeting, logistic arrangement from ILRI side
Implement data collection and to assist in research analysis and reporting
Liaise with local partners and community groups in research planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation
Work closely with PhD students from 2 projects and national partners to support the implementation
Ensure an efficient communication flow between local partners and the Vietnam country team
Undertake other relevant tasks as assigned by work supervisors

Requirements:

Minimum 2-year experience in similar position
Experience in One Health approach
Working experience with livestock systems and in the field of veterinary medicine
Experience in participatory research and management of field trials is preferred
Experience with field work, data collection and analysis
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Capacity to work independently in remote areas and able to cope with heavy intermittent workloads extending beyond office hours
Willingness to travel and to spend time in the field
Ability to work in interdisciplinary and international team, very good interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent written and spoken English and Vietnamese
Publication record (conference or paper) is preferred

Position location: LRI’s Hanoi Office, Vietnam.

Terms of appointment: This position is at job level HG13 and it is only open to Vietnam nationals. The position is a 2-year fixed term contract. ILRI offers a competitive salary and benefits package which includes pension, medical and other insurances.

How to apply:

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV expressing their interest in the position, what they can bring to the job and the names and addresses (including telephone and email) of three referees who are knowledgeable about the candidate’s professional qualifications and work experience to the Director, People and Organizational Development through our portal ilri.simplicant.com (https://ilri.simplicant.com/jobs/53105-research-officer-i-vietnam/detail) on or before 3 July 2024. The position title and reference number REF: AHH/ 1411 /2024 should be clearly marked on the subject line of the cover letter.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for ILRI. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

ILRI does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing or training). ILRI also does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.