Organizational Context: The EU Border Assistance Mission (EUBAM) to Moldova and Ukraine was established, based on a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 7 October 2005 by the European Commission, the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, with IOM as the EU’s implementing partner.

The Mission is a technical assistance and advisory body that aims at enhancing the border and customs management capacities of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine, approximate the standards of the border and law enforcement authorities to those of the EU and to enhance the implementation of the rule of law.

Main objectives of the assignment/scope of work:

• Support the veterinary authorities of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine in assessing control operational needs, suggest and promote capacity building initiatives and develop other necessary recommendations for the implementation of the relevant parts of the Association Agreement and the Action Plan for its Implementation and other relevant initiatives.
• Participate in planning, development and implementation of EUBAM initiatives supporting the veterinary authorities of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine.
• Provide advice on the implementation of reliable testing, & diagnostics of goods in relation to food safety and live animals.
• Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and improvement of rules and regulations on veterinary control.
• Support the specialized national authorities of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine in the effective exchange of information (on presence of animal diseases and food safety).
• Take the lead in monitoring compliance of the implementation of trade policy measures in the field of Veterinary.
•  Through actions performed at the Border Crossing Points between Moldova and Ukraine monitor and report on the humane treatment of live animals during transportation.
• Ensure timely and appropriate reporting on his/her activity.

Selection criteria/requirements:

• Active civil servant of EU Member State or EU Institution.
• Progressively responsible work experience (minimum 8 years) in EU Member State veterinary agency
• Proven in-depth knowledge and understanding of the veterinary management and integrated border management concept on the EU level and ability to effectively apply this knowledge within organizational context.
• Good knowledge of EU legislation in the area of veterinary management.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multinational and multicultural environment with respect for diversity.
• Advisory experiences with EU/EC border management missions/external assistance programmes in transition/developing countries is an asset.
• Excellent drafting, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of Romanian, Ukrainian and/or Russian will be an asset.
• Computer literacy (Windows applications).
• National certificate of no criminal record.

How to apply:  Email your CV and cover letter in English to: vacancies_ukraine@eubam.org

Please indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your message.

Note: As per the EU’s commitment to improve gender balance in EU missions, qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Appointment will be subject to secondment approval on behalf of EUBAM and the EU Member State seconding the incumbent.

The vacancy is open to the experts nominated by the Member States for the secondment for the period from 1 March 2017 till 30 November 2017.

Closing date for applications is 28 February 2017; however, interested candidates are strongly encouraged to ensure that their nominations reach EUBAM sooner.