Plan and oversee implementation of animal inspection and quarantine controls at points of entry and exit in line with notified SPS measures and NAFSA regulations.
Supervise, guide and control (administrative and operational) functions of animal quarantine/inspection teams deployed at ports, airports and border crossings.
Conduct and/or oversee onboard and physical inspection of animals and animal products, including verification of health certificates and supporting documentation.
Determine quarantine conditions and recommend the length of quarantine periods, including requirements for prescribed tests and observation.
Ensure proper sampling, cold-chain monitoring and transmission of samples to notified laboratories; interpret results for compliance decisions.
Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent qualification recognized by PVMC
Master’s Degree (sixteen years education) qualification or demonstrated experience in international trade/SPS, veterinary public health, epidemiology or related fields
Assist in managing plant pest surveillance programmes, including survey planning support, data compilation, and reporting.
Support diagnostic coordination through sample tracking, dispatch follow-up, and maintenance of diagnostic records.
Assist in administration of business registration/approval systems for plant-related operators and facilities as notified.
Support coordination between surveillance, diagnostics, ITC operations, and market access units through information exchange and meeting documentation.
Monitor compliance inputs and consolidate surveillance/laboratory findings for supervisory review.
The Laboratory Specialist provides hands-on technical implementation support for the STRIDES Activity’s laboratory systems strengthening initiatives, focusing on molecular diagnostics, genomic sequencing, and quality management systems.
Compensation
The expected hiring salary range for this role is PHP 937,500-1,200,000 for annual basic salary.
Responsibilities
Conduct day-to-day technical implementation activities for laboratory systems strengthening including molecular diagnostics, genomic sequencing, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
Monitors and maintains project protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials, and reports.
Collaborates with teams to provide technical assistance for strengthening laboratory systems and diagnostic services.
Contributes to the development and writing of technical briefs, reports, and policies.
Supports laboratory network strengthening activities including specimen referral, quality assurance, and laboratory information management systems.
The Rearing Farming Leading Hand plays a key support role in the daily operations of the rearing farm, assisting the Farm Manager in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality farming practices.
Responsibilities
Support daily farm activities in line with production schedules and flock needs
Monitor feed, water, and bird health, promptly escalating abnormalities
Assist with implementing biosecurity, quarantine, and vermin control measures
Respond to and attend to farm alarms as required, ensuring rapid and safe resolutions
Follow animal welfare practices in accordance with company policy and regulatory standards