ABOUT THE BUSINESS

Animal Health Australia (AHA) is the trusted and independent national animal health body in Australia, bringing together government and industry to deliver animal health and biosecurity.

With our members we scan the horizon for threats and opportunities, advocate for and drive solutions and take a whole-of-sector approach to ensure the long-term success of Australia's animal health and biosecurity system.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Animal Health Surveillance Coordinator with Animal Health Australia (AHA) you will play a key role within a small dynamic team to coordinate animal health surveillance project activities. These activities include data management, planning, reporting, and assisting with budgets. You will liaise with our stakeholders which include government departments, livestock industries and animal health professionals.

As a member of the Animal Health and SurveillanceTeam, the Coordinator will be responsible for working with leaders and colleagues to coordinate activities such as planning, budgets, policies, procedures, reporting and stakeholder engagement, and generate impact by successfully implementing animal health and surveillance projects and activities. The successful candidate will play an integral part of a dynamic team, working under the direction of the Head of Program, Animal Health, Surveillance and Monitoring.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Supporting the development, delivery, administration and maintenance of Animal Health and Surveillance project activities.
• Working collaboratively and innovatively with internal and external stakeholders on a range of surveillance projects.
• Communicating and liaising effectively with AHA staff and member organisations, partners and stakeholders.
• Demonstrating AHA values in their daily approach to work and interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Total remuneration for this position is from $75,000+ (including super) and will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s level of experience.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Income protection insurance.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Location in newly fitted office in central North Canberra ACT.
• Parking options and short walk to light rail station.
• Great office culture.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Tertiary qualifications in agricultural, animal, or veterinary science
• A working knowledge of the Australian livestock sector through work experience and/or exposure via placements
• Sound data management, analytical and report writing skills
• Strong time management and organisational skills with the ability to show initiative, flexibility, and work on multiple priorities in parallel to meet varying deadlines
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to distil complex scientific information into plain English suitable for a non-technical audience
• Fluency and expertise with contemporary office software applications, internet communication tools and database administration
• Commitment to deliver excellent customer service.

Desirable 

• Sound knowledge of national livestock health and disease surveillance programs and policies
• High level scientific data analysis, including visualisation of data, and experience in writing technical reports and program plans, applying epidemiological principles
• Demonstrated experience with stakeholder negotiations, presentations, active listening and the giving and receiving of constructive feedback
• Demonstrated ability to collaborative and engage within a team to successfully deliver results within agreed timeframes and budgets
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships and networks within the company and with members and key stakeholders
• Experience in working with and facilitating diverse groups
• Project management skills and experience, including planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
• Experience in financial and budget management
• Experience in independently managing projects/programs
• Emerging leadership capabilities

APPLICATION

Please submit a CV and cover letter (no more than one page indicating your suitability for the position) to aha@animalhealthaustralia.com.au with the subject line ‘Animal Health Surveillance Coordinator’ or clicking on ‘Apply now’ by COB 6 April 2023.

For information regarding the role please contact Bronwyn Hendry, Head of Program, Animal Health, Surveillance and Monitoring on 0401 169 884 or via  aha@animalhealthaustralia.com.au.

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