Inspector - SDBRC Animal

About the role

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) is recruiting on behalf of the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (NAFSA), which is being set up to strengthen Pakistan's agri-trade ecosystem through stronger regulatory oversight, facilitation and modernisation of food safety and trade processes. The selected candidate will join NAFSA's foundational team, helping build its systems, processes and institutional capabilities. The workplace is on site.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and verification visits of animal-related business operators and premises according to approved checklists and standard operating procedures.
• Support animal disease surveillance, including sample collection, basic field investigations and reporting.
• Assist in auditing compliance with conditions for approved/export-oriented premises and quarantine requirements.
• Collect and transport samples for laboratory examination following biosafety and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Document findings, prepare inspection notes and support the issuance of non-compliance notices as directed.
• Support follow-up inspections to verify corrective actions and closure of findings.
• Maintain field records and submit timely activity reports to supervisors.
• Carry out other duties assigned by the reporting officer.

Required profile

• Master's degree (16 years of education) in Veterinary Public Health, Epidemiology, Food Safety or a related discipline, or DVM / BSc (Hons.) Animal Sciences / Veterinary & Animal Husbandry or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of relevant field experience in inspection/quarantine, veterinary practice, livestock or animal product handling, or regulatory compliance; port or airport experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work in shifts and field environments, with strong attention to detail and integrity.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of import/export documentation, health certification and basic SPS/quarantine requirements.
• Ability to collect samples and preserve chain of custody, with familiarity with cold-chain monitoring and basic biosafety practices.

Candidates apply through Pakistan Single Window.