• Strengthen the integrated surveillance program for priority zoonotic diseases in collaboration with the Coordinating Unit for One Health (CUOH), Ministry of Public Health, and other relevant departments.
• In collaboration with the Epi C Thailand GHS Manager, work with CUOH and partners to review and analyze the status of current surveillance systems for zoonotic diseases, identifying gaps and areas for improvement.
• In collaboration with partners, improve an evidence-based Integrated Surveillance Program (ISP) that includes public health, animal health, and wildlife sectors.
• Arrange for the oversight of the establishment and governance of the ISP Technical Working Group (ISP-TWG) to ensure multi-sectoral coordination.

• Provide technical assistance to project-supported sites and partners on animal health surveillance and disease control, including the design and delivery of training workshops.
• Strengthen human resources capacity at national and subnational levels on integrated surveillance systems, especially for zoonotic diseases such as bat-borne diseases and Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
• Develop frameworks and protocols for early detection, notification, and response to zoonotic diseases, focusing on risk analysis and modeling.

• Facilitate collaboration among key stakeholders including CUOH, Department of Disease Control (DDC), Department of Livestock Development (DLD), Department of National Parks (DNP), and local academic institutions.
• Lead consultative meetings and workshops to ensure alignment between national and subnational partners on zoonotic disease priorities.
• Support CUOH in piloting integrated surveillance systems in priority provinces (e.g., Nakhon Sawan and Chonburi) and ensure effective data sharing among relevant sectors.

• Contribute to the development of monitoring tools and the assessment of the 7-1-7 framework performance goals to improve early detection and response times.
• Collaborate with the project’s Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) team to track progress and outcomes related to animal health components of the work plan.

• Advanced degree in Veterinary Science, Animal Health, Epidemiology, or related field.
• At least 5-7 years of experience in animal health, zoonotic disease surveillance, or One Health initiatives, preferably in Thailand or Southeast Asia.
• Proven expertise in zoonotic disease management, surveillance system design, and capacity building.
• Strong knowledge of Thailand’s animal health systems and policies.
• Experience working with international development agencies, particularly USAID-funded programs.
• Willingness and ability to travel a minimum of 30% within Thailand, as needed.

• Minimum 30% within Thailand.