We’re looking for a Research Animal Health who can volunteer in a hybrid role both remotely (online) and in-country for a total of 13 months.

• This assignment seeks to conduct research on animal health, including zoonotic diseases, food safety, animal welfare, and antimicrobial resistance, under the overall umbrella of a One Health approach.
• To be considered for this position, you will need a bachelor's degree in veterinary science, animal science, animal health economic, public health, life science, or a related field. 
• As a volunteer you will provide support in international animal welfare.

About the Partner Organisation 

This assignment is part of the Health Security Corps, which is part of the Australian Government’s Health Security Initiative. Through the Australian Volunteers Program, Health Security Corps volunteers are deployed in non-clinical health roles to build the capacity of partner organisations to prevent, detect and control infectious disease threats across our Indo-Pacific region.

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) is based in Hanoi. IRLI is an international agricultural research institute and works with partners worldwide to improve food security and nutrition and reduce poverty in developing countries through research for efficient, safe, and sustainable use of livestock. The volunteer will help build capacity for their local partners. 

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.   

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey, and we actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. Find out more. 

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here.

There are two allowances for a hybrid assignment.

The allowance for the in-country phase is AUD$1,996per month

The allowance for the remote phase is AUD$79  per month.

Requirements

• All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV).
• A National Police Check and First Aid Certificate must be completed during the application process.
• A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.

Please click Apply Now to submit your application.