Manar Khader

Veterinary Pathologist and Assistant Professor with over 25 years of combined academic, research, and field experience across Palestine and Egypt. Holds a Ph.D. in Veterinary Pathology from Cairo University (2021) with specialized expertise in avian pathology, Newcastle disease, infectious bronchitis, molecular diagnostics, and immunohistochemistry. Proven track record as a consultant for leading international organizations including FAO, USAID, Oxfam, ECHO, and CARE, managing livestock and poultry development projects across Gaza.

Combines rigorous academic research with hands-on farm supervision, slaughterhouse management, and beneficiary training in food security and livestock production.

Assistant Professor - Al Azhar University, Gaza - Gaza

(2021-01)

• Teach pathology and clinical subjects to veterinary medicine students at the Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine.
• Supervise undergraduate research projects and laboratory practical sessions.
• Conduct active research in avian pathology, vaccine efficacy, and molecular diagnostics.
• Co-supervise graduate-level work in veterinary pathology and immunohistochemistry.

Veterinary Consultant - Al Azhar University (Research Projects) - Gaza

(2017-01 - 2019-12)

• Led a food security improvement project funded by Score Islamic France, focusing on strengthening research systems and supporting poor families through livestock production.
• Coordinated an artificial insemination project for dairy cows in Gaza in partnership between Al-Azhar University, UAWC, and Oxfam.

Veterinary Consultant - International Organizations (NGO Sector) - Gaza and West Bank

(2007-01 - 2019-12)

• Served as lead veterinary consultant for projects funded by USAID, FAO, ECHO (European Commission), Oxfam UK, DFID, and CORDAID across Gaza and the West Bank.
• Supervised livestock and poultry production projects for marginalized and food-insecure families, benefiting hundreds of households across North, Central, and South Gaza.
• Trained over 500 project beneficiaries in poultry raising, rabbit breeding, sheep management, and dairy cattle production across multiple international programs.
• Conducted veterinary field visits, health assessments, and disease prevention protocols for sheep, chickens, rabbits, and dairy cattle.
• Collaborated with implementing partners including Ma'an Development Center, Palestinian Center for Economic and Social Development (PCESD), CHF International, Premiere Urgence (France), and International CARE Association.

Veterinarian - Palestinian Authority (Horses & Sniffer Dogs Unit) - Palestine

(2000-01 - 2007-12)

• Provided full veterinary care and health management for horses and working dogs assigned to the Palestinian Authority security services.
• Maintained health records, vaccination schedules, and coordinated with local and regional veterinary authorities.

Veterinarian & Farm Supervisor - Al Sakhra Farms Association - Palestine

(1998-01 - 2002-12)

• Supervised veterinary operations across sheep, calves, poultry, and rabbit production units within Al Sakhra Institution.
• Oversaw slaughterhouse veterinary inspection for both meat and poultry, ensuring compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.

Veterinarian - Private Veterinary Practice - Palestine/Egypt

(2000-01)

• Operates an independent veterinary center providing clinical services and farm consultation for poultry, sheep, cattle, and rabbit producers on a part-time consultancy basis.

Ph.D. - Pathology - Cairo University (2021-01)

M.V.Sc. - Pathology - Cairo University (2015-01)

B.V.Sc. - General Practitioner - Cairo University (1998-01)