ThaiNGO

PREPAREDNESS SPECIALIST (m/f/d)

Full-time / 40 hours per week/ Bangkok, Thailand

FOUR PAWS is the global animal welfare organization for animals under direct human influence, which reveals suffering, rescues animals in need and protects them. Find out more about our sustainable campaigns and projects on www.four-paws.org.  

Would you like to contribute to something meaningful and work with us on our mission? This is your chance. We are looking for dedicated people to enrich our team.  

Your contribution will be

Systematise preparedness processes across the organisation:

• Lead the development and implementation of a unified preparedness framework, standardising procedures and workflows to ensure consistency, efficiency, and scalability in FOUR PAWS’ disaster readiness activities. Facilitate organisational learning by capturing, evaluating, and integrating feedback from preparedness and response operations.

Monitor potential hazards

• Establish and manage an animal-in-crisis monitoring system, including periodic needs assessments of focused geographical areas of interest for FOUR PAWS.

Establish and Manage Strategic Partnerships

• Identify, engage, and formalise collaborations with, NGOs, international organisations and governmental bodies to enhance animal focused disaster response.
• Strengthen local partner capacity through tailored support in emergency preparedness planning, animal welfare standards, and response coordination, ensuring partners are empowered to lead sustainable and context-appropriate interventions.

Coordinate Internal Preparedness Initiatives

• Ensure “organisational readiness” through cross departmental preparedness standards, training sessions, and simulations.
• Develop and collaborate across teams within the Response and Preparedness department on internal protocols that enable efficient emergency response, including the management of a deployment roster of trained personnel.

 Design and roll out a comprehensive preparedness toolkit:

• Create, curate, and maintain a suite of practical tools, templates, guidelines, and resources to support both internal teams and external partners in effective disaster preparedness and response. Ensure the toolkit is accessible, user-friendly, and regularly updated to reflect emerging best practices and lessons learned.

Represent Four Paws in External Preparedness Forums

• Participate in relevant international and regional forums, advocating for the inclusion of animal welfare in disaster and conflict preparedness policies.
• Stay informed about global trends and developments in emergency preparedness and animal welfare, and proactively share relevant insights and recommendations with internal teams to inform strategy, improve practices, and enhance organisational preparedness

Your profile ideally illustrates

Relevant Professional Experience:

Several years of experience in emergency preparedness, disaster management, humanitarian response, or a related field—preferably with exposure to animal welfare, NGO, or international organizational contexts. Demonstrated expertise in developing frameworks, managing partnerships, and leading cross-functional initiatives.

Educational Background:

University degree in emergency management, disaster risk reduction, public health, veterinary science, international relations, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees or certifications in emergency preparedness or project management are an asset.

Language Skills:

Good command of English (written and spoken) is required. Additional languages, especially those relevant to FOUR PAWS’ priority regions, are a strong advantage.

IT / Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, SharePoint, Zoom). Experience with data analysis, needs assessment tools, and emergency management software is desirable.

Soft Skills and Personal Values:

Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills. Excellent communicator and facilitator, able to engage diverse stakeholders and foster collaboration. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team in high-pressure, dynamic environments. Culturally sensitive, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning. Shares FOUR PAWS’ values of compassion, integrity, and respect for all living beings.

Willingness to Travel:

Willingness and ability for limited travel internationally.

Work Authorization:

Thai citizen or alternatively resident status with visa deemed applicable for work permit Passion for Animal Welfare:

Genuine passion for animal welfare and a strong commitment to advancing the mission and vision of FOUR PAWS.

Our offer includes

• The opportunity to truly contribute to global animal welfare. 
• A multinational team with the spirit of being ONE FOUR PAWS.
• An animal-friendly workplace with a dynamic and pleasant job environment.
• Modern leadership culture and promotion of training measures.
• Flexible working times with the option of partial remote work.
• Providence fund inclusion option after one year of employment.
• A competitive salary, negotiable depending on higher than required qualifications, skills and professional experience relevant for the position.

Join our passionate team to make a difference for animals. Apply with your CV in English today via:

Name of contact person, Pronouns:             Veeraya Kitviriya (Ms.)

Position :                                                           Administration, FOUR PAWS Thailand

E-mail:                                                               recruiting.thailand@four-paws.org

Phone (Optional) :                                             66-20181459

Optional: Application deadline:                      8 AUG 2025

PUT SUBJECT: Apply for   PREPAREDNESS SPECIALIST/ YOUR NAME

We reveal, rescue and protect unique animals from many different species through systems change and by creating species-appropriate environments at our sanctuaries!

We celebrate our colleagues' differences and strive to create an inclusive environment because we believe that only by working together, we can advance animal welfare worldwide. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strongly encourage candidates from all diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals with diverse lived experiences, racial identities, national origins, religions, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and disability statuses to apply. We welcome everyone who wants to support our mission. Please contact  recruiting.thailand@four-paws.org if you require assistance applying to this position.

All interested individuals are invited to submit their applications for the position. Please note that in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, having a valid work permit for the respective country or being eligible to obtain one is a requirement for this position prior to commencing employment.