Research Systems & Data Mapping Volunteer

We’re looking for a Research Systems and Data Mapping Volunteer who can live and volunteer for 6 months.

• This assignment seeks to support TPIAAA to develop the research foundation for a cross-country assessment of companion animal health systems across the Pacific
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a degree in public health, animal health, development studies or related field
• As a volunteer, you will support desk research, evidence compilation and data systematisation to strengthen the quality, consistency and relevance of the regional needs assessment

About the partner organisation 

Animals Fiji is a registered Fiji charity focused on improving animal welfare and access to veterinary services across the country. It operated permanent veterinary clinics in Nadi, Lautoka, Labasa and Savusavu, while also providing rescue, treatment and rehoming services for stray, injured and abused animals. A key focus of their work is reducing stray dog and cat populations through desexing programs, alongside promoting accessible veterinary care and animal welfare education within Fijian communities. Animals Fiji is also involved in the Pacific Islands Animal Advocacy Alliance (TPIAAA), a Pacific-led regional network working to strengthen companion animal health, workforce capacity, population management and evidence-informed policy across Pacific Island countries.

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. 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. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - [email protected]. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.