What's Happening?
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is actively seeking an AMR One Health Surveillance Specialist to support its efforts in tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through a One Health approach. This role involves finalizing a conceptual roadmap
for global surveillance of AMR in the environment, developing an implementation plan, and creating an expert group for environmental surveillance. The specialist will also analyze initiatives related to monitoring and surveillance, develop knowledge products, and provide technical support for integrating environmental aspects into global surveillance systems. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders and a strong background in environmental science and AMR surveillance.
Why It's Important?
The role of the AMR One Health Surveillance Specialist is crucial in addressing the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance, which poses significant risks to global health, agriculture, and the environment. By integrating environmental aspects into global surveillance systems, UNEP aims to enhance the understanding and management of AMR, thereby contributing to the sustainable use of antimicrobials and the protection of ecosystems. This initiative supports UNEP's broader goals of promoting sustainable consumption and production patterns, ensuring the safe management of chemicals, and fostering policies that are mutually supportive of trade and environmental protection.
What's Next?
The appointed specialist will work remotely for a duration of 12 months, focusing on developing and implementing the roadmap for AMR surveillance. The role involves engaging with UNEP regional offices and various stakeholders to assess capacities, needs, and opportunities for environmental surveillance. The specialist will also develop technical support packages and conduct webinars to strengthen the capacity for environmental surveillance of AMR. This initiative is part of UNEP's commitment to tackling the environmental drivers, sources, and challenges of AMR through a One Health approach.
