Team Leader Extension and Training

Team Leader Extension and Training (TLET)

Noida, Uttar Pradesh

INR 12.70 to 14.12 Lakh + benefits

14 July 2025

jobs@thebrookeindia.org

Role Details:

• Reports to: Senior Programme Leader Animal Health & Welfare (SPLAHW)
• Responsible for: Supporting the Animal Health & Welfare head in their role and provide extension, tele-medicine and capacity building services at Veterinary institutions, Animal Fairs and Brooke India (BI) Extended Touch (ET) areas.
• Location: Head Office at NOIDA-62, with regular travel to major Equine Fairs/ Veterinary institutions, outdoor training locations in India etc. They will be required to travel anywhere in India or abroad as per organisational need.
• Employment Type: The position shall be on a Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) till the end of this financial year Viz 31 Mar 2026, after which it may be considered for further extension for another two years and beyond based on your performance and organizational requirements, as decided by the management.

About Brooke

The Brooke is an international animal welfare charity working to improve the lives of working horses, donkeys, mules and the people who depend on them. We reach over 2 million working animals across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. Our staff include veterinarians, animal welfare experts, and advocacy & development specialists.

BI is a Section 8 Not for Profit Company under the Companies Act 2013, which is an affiliate of BUK, which works for the welfare and health of working equines and the development of a community that owns them. It operates in 11 States & Union Territories and implements its programme directly.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

• Our Vision is of a world in which working horses, donkeys and mules are free from suffering and have a life worth living.
• Our Mission is to achieve immediate and lasting change to the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules and the communities that depend on them.
• Our Values: We are proud to be Brooke. We are resourceful, share new ideas and help each other succeed. Together we make change happen.

Purpose of the Role:

• To support the working of the Animal Health & Welfare (AHW) department and its head.
• Provide and manage technical support on extension and capacity building interventions on equine health and welfare at Equine/Animal Fairs/Veterinary Colleges and their affiliated institutions etc, BI ET areas., Veterinarians and Veterinary Para Professionals (VPPs), Local Service Providers (LSP) and equine community members etc.
• Provide telemedicine services with the aim ensuring sustainable improvements in animal health & welfare and related services and facilities, thereby leading to their improvement and reduction in suffering.
• Provide managerial and technical support on interventions in Equine Fairs/ Field training/ET-sites/ In-house training by planning and conducting extension and training activities pertaining to AHW and allied services and also to train and augment through government vet services, Veterinary Training Institutes (VTIs), equine fair organisers etc. They shall ensure minimal compromise of welfare of equines congregating at outdoor sites.
• This position has a critical role in achieving Brookes vision of minimizing the pain and suffering of the working equines in areas of greatest need and achieving sustainable equine health delivery and allied services systems in their areas of operation.
• The position requires need based flexible approach to field visits and office timings.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Planning, organizing and implementation of extension activities at national/state level which with the Extension and Training Team (ETT), comprising of Master Trainer Farrier (MTF), Master Trainer Animal Health (MTAH) in collaboration with regional programme teams
• Oversight of ET interventions and capacity building in AHW, including strategic planning and providing support to Senior Veterinary Trainers (SVTs) for the effective execution of welfare activities.
• Technically lead the Farrier Team (STFs & MTF) and ensure effective implementation of the farriery interventions
• Lead and manage all vet technical training activities with support of SVTs including those at VTIs.
• Lead the Tele-medicine team and provide the requisite services.
• Organise and conduct orientation and induction training of newly recruited BI staff.
• Assist and support the SPLAHW in the development of proposals and modules focused on improving animal health and welfare through capacity building trainings in VTIs and AHD officials.
• Facilitate capacity building training programs for vet interns, field veterinarians and VPPs on equine health and welfare and also assist in conducting seminar/workshop focused on OH.
• Ensure the provision of emergency veterinary services to the needy equines anywhere in India.
• Identify equine welfare related issues at equine fairs and outdoor training sites issues, plan and implement responses to mitigate these.
• Organise, coordinate and lead the BI equine welfare activities and support EWPs in equine fairs/outdoor training sites falling in Brooke operational areas. This includes coordination and linkages with local administration, assessment of number of equines at equine fairs and rapid welfare Assessment, ensuring resources are available at fair/outdoor sites.
• Ensure dissemination of equine welfare messages at equine fairs and outdoor training sites through awareness in support/collaboration with FC team for writing success stories, taking photographs, video coverage arranging media coverage etc.
• Responsible to track and monitor Ashwa Seva Helpline in coordination with SVTs
• Collection of related data from various stakeholders like veterinary service providers, equine traders, farrier, hair clippers, medical store keepers, saddler and others and analyse it for future intervention strategies
• Conduct in-situ training for stakeholders like farrier, veterinary service provider, staff, etc and sensitize the equine owners, traders through various community development tools like games, quiz, etc.
• Assist & conduct advocacy with animal welfare organizations (NGOs) and government systems to address equine welfare related issues.
• Ensure health and safety for staff (staff vaccination, protective gears, hygienic food and water for staff, first aid box, logistic arrangement, contact no. of local medical facility, etc.)
• Preparation of Budget and ensure optimal use of resources in given timeline
• Monitoring and evaluation of these activities and timely submission of reports
• Any other duties given by Line manager /HSPPS/CEO

Qualitative requirements:

The qualification, experience, skills and abilities and outlined below provide a summary of what is required to carry out this job effectively.

Qualification and Experience

Essential

1. Degree in Veterinary Science from a University recognised by Veterinary Council of India
2. Minimum 3 years experience in animal welfare / management practices
3. Ability of planning and executing short term interventions
4. Capacity building, monitoring, correcting and upgrading veterinary skills and manage team
5. Liaising with senior management on the completion of key projects & Experience of developing rapport with stakeholders and interaction with community
6. Experience of using IEC in effective and planned manner
7. Knowledge of Participatory approaches
8. Fluent in verbal and written communication in English & Hindi
9. Have love for animals and be willing to work for their welfare
10. Ability to travel and work independently
11. Knowledge of MS office and be adept in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
12. Team player with strong interpersonal skills, judgment, integrity, humility and a sense of humour

Desirable

1. Post-graduate degree in Veterinary Extension/ Clinical subjects from a university recognised by Veterinary Council of India/ PG degree/diploma in Social welfare/development
2. Liaising and networking with government and other agencies for collaborative interventions
3. Experience across full project cycle or working experience in projects related to animal welfare or husbandry or livelihood

Remuneration is supported by competitive remuneration and benefits package benchmarked to international standards.

INR 12.70 to 14.12 Lakh

Brooke India observes statutory provision of Employees Provident Fund as per eligibility.

There are provisions for Personal Accident Insurance and Medical insurance Child Care allowance, which is gender neutral, pro rata Gratuity as per Social Code 2020 and other benefits as per eligibility, which are over and above the CTC.

Selection

Though some equity is provided to certain category of candidates to incentivize diversity, inclusion

and internal requirements, ultimately selection will be based on the on merit of the candidate.

Why Brooke?

Brooke India is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is certified by Great Place to Work. This vacancy is open to qualified applicants of any Gender. Persons with disabilities who can perform the required job description and women are encouraged to apply.

Working alongside our passionate and dedicated staff is one of the main attractions of working at Brooke. Staff here are experts in their field, which seamlessly translates to informal learning, engagement and cross-pollination of knowledge across the Brooke India.

Employee talent is our strategic advantage, which we relentlessly develop through study leaves, funding for external trainings, secondments to national and international locations and education trips to countries of operations.

Employee satisfaction is aided by flexible working hours, working from home, availability of time in lieu of working on holidays and is supported by competitive remuneration and benefits package benchmarked to international standards. BI has a robust Performance Management process, including Brooke competency framework, one-to-ones, mid-year reviews and appraisals which ensures positive employee development.

Our progressive initiatives include equal opportunity employment based on talent, focus on diversity & inclusion.

A family friendly work environment is encouraged in this organization. There is an emphasis on safety of women / children, supporting women who want to join back post raising a family and opportunity of marginalized and persons with disabilities to be a part of our team.

How to Apply:

Eligible candidates shall send their updated resume only at jobs@thebrookeindia.org.

• The resume may be forwarded with a one page covering note which briefly indicates why you feel you are the right candidate for this role (Not more than 200 words).
• Internal candidates will send in their applications through their reporting managers with a copy to HOP.
• Names of two references with current mobile Nos and email IDs may also be forwarded.
• BI also reserves the right to accept or reject your candidature without assigning any reason whatsoever.

14th July 2025

Only shortlisted candidates shall be notified by us.