Biosecurity Risk Assessment Expert (خبير تقييم مخاطر الأمن الحيوي)

Job Purpose

Administrative Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and biosecurity strategies.
• Prepare periodic reports and submit them to the direct manager.

Coordination & Organizational Responsibilities

• Participate in meetings and committees as per the authority matrix.
• Foster a positive work environment and promote teamwork, innovation, and knowledge sharing.
• Coordinate effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders.
• Support the development of smart solutions and digital integration in line with government strategies.
• Contribute to staff training and capacity-building initiatives.

Technical Responsibilities

• Develop and implement biosecurity risk assessment standards and guidelines based on scientific principles.
• Design and maintain emergency preparedness, response, and contingency plans for plant and animal biosecurity risks.
• Conduct risk assessments for plant, animal, and aquatic health threats and recommend mitigation measures.
• Build and maintain a comprehensive biosecurity risk database and reporting system.
• Ensure compliance with international accreditation standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025).
• Provide technical advisory support and participate in international conferences.
• Monitor biosecurity trends and escalate critical risks to relevant committees.
• Manage laboratory bio-incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct audits and evaluations related to biosecurity risks across facilities.
• Support research teams and enhance coordination of biosecurity-related studies.
• Develop training programs and awareness initiatives related to biosecurity and biosafety.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous biological materials.
• Support One Health initiatives and integration of plant, animal, and environmental health systems.

Qualifications & Experience