Scientific Coordinator Science-Policy Interface

• Collect and Synthesise Scientific Information
• Support the Work of ad hoc Groups of experts
• Support the Secretariat of the Specialist Commissions
• Provide support to the work of the Department

• A graduate degree in veterinary sciences (DVM)
• At least 10 years of professional experience in animal health, veterinary public health, epidemiology, or related fields with at least 3 years of international experience
• Professional experience within Veterinary Services, competent authorities, or areas related to international trade of animals and animal products (e.g., SPS measures, import/export controls, risk analysis)
• Demonstrated experience working at the science–policy interface, including the translation of scientific evidence into policy-relevant outputs
• Experience participating in, supporting, or coordinating expert groups, scientific committees, or technical advisory processes
• Excellent scientific and technical writing skills including risk assessment principles, and WOAH’s mandate
• Strong skills in evidence assessment, including literature review, data interpretation, and synthesis of complex scientific topics
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365
• Excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written
• Good knowledge of French or Spanish (desirable)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with experts, Members, partners and internal teams
• Strong organisational and coordination abilities, able to manage multiple workstreams and tight deadline
• Capacity to work collaboratively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment
• High level of professionalism, discretion and diplomacy when interacting with stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain constructive working relationships

• Knowledge of aquatic animal health science and policy is an asset
• Good knowledge of French or Spanish

Salary is exempt from income tax in France