Director, Center for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) and Nutrition (CNCDN)

Job Description

Title: Director, Center for Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) and Nutrition (CNCDN)

Company Name: BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH)

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 10 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University, NGO

• PhD
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS)

Required

• PhD in Public Health, Nutrition, Epidemiology, Health Policy, or related field

Preferred

• Medical degree (MBBS) in addition to doctoral degree

• At least 10 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University, NGO

Required

• Minimum 10 years of progressive professional experience in public health or relevant field

• Demonstrated expertise in NCDs and nutrition through substantial research contributions

• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals

• Proven track record of securing competitive research grants

• Experience of working in low- and middle-income country contexts, preferably in South Asia

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Bengali

• Strong interpersonal and team management skills

• Strong network within the global public health and nutrition community

• Established relationships with international funding agencies

• Expert knowledge of Bangladesh's health system and policy environment

Preferred

• Experience in academic administration or center/program management

• Deep understanding of research administration and budgeting

• Experience with translating research to practice

• At least 5 years in leadership roles

• Track record of mentoring early-career researchers

The BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH) at BRAC University was established in 2004 as an educational and research institution focusing on the integral areas of teaching, research, and services. The goal of the school is not only to impart knowledge but also to act as a center of excellence in knowledge creation through research and training that connects with practice.

Webpage Link for more details: https://bracjpgsph.org/career

BRAC JPGSPH is looking for a Director, CNCDN for the school.

Purpose: As a Director, you need to provide strategic leadership and vision for research, education, training and policy initiatives addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and nutrition challenges in Bangladesh and the global south. This senior management position requires an accomplished public health professional who can advance the CNCDN mission through strategic leadership, innovative research, capacity building, partnership development, guideline and quality standard development, and evidence-based policy advocacy.

Key Job responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Vision

• Implement the long-term strategic roadmap for CNCDN that aligns with national and global priorities in NCD and nutrition, and the goals of BRAC JPGSPH and BRAC University

• Lead the CNCDN research agenda, identifying emerging priorities and opportunities in the area of NCD and nutrition

• Foster a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration within the CNCDN and JPGSPH

• Represent CNCDN at national and international forums, enhancing its visibility and impact

Resource Mobilization and Partnership

• Lead grant-writing efforts and proactively identify funding opportunities from national and international organizations

• Strengthen existing partnerships and cultivate new ones with academic and research institutions in Bangladesh and abroad

• Contribute to grant-writing efforts in partnership with other research centers/hubs in JPGSPH, BRAC University, BRAC and external organizations

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with government ministries, UN agencies, international organizations, and civil society organizations

• Engage with regional and global networks focused on NCDs and nutrition

Research and Scholarship

• Direct and conduct high-quality research on NCDs and nutrition-related issues, with emphasis on population health, health systems, digital health, and policy frameworks

• Mentor junior faculty and research staff in developing their research portfolios

• Ensure rigorous research standards and ethical practices across all CNCDN activities

• Provide assistance to a team of manuscript writing cluster leads

• Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and disseminate research through policy briefs and other channels

• Contribute to the JPGSPH research as a member of the research strategy team

Academic Programs and Capacity Building

• Contribute to teaching in MPH, EMPH, PhD, and short courses related to NCDs and nutrition

• Develop new academic courses, certificates, or training programs to build workforce capacity

• Supervise graduate students' internship and dissertations

• Develop and deliver training programs for government officials, NGO staff, and health professionals

• Contribute to the JPGSPH academic mission as a member of the academic council

Policy Engagement and Advocacy

• Translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations

• Provide technical assistance to government and other stakeholders on NCD and nutrition policies
  and programs

• Participate in national and international policy dialogues and technical working groups

• Support national and international evidence-based advocacy efforts to address NCDs and
  malnutrition

Administrative and Financial Management

• Oversee the CNCDN operations, budget, resource allocation, and human resources operation

• Ensure financial sustainability through diversified funding streams

• Manage grants and contracts in compliance with donor, university and university grant commission
  requirements

• Manage a multidisciplinary team of researchers, research support staff, and administrative staff

• Ensure all CNCDN activities comply with JPGSPH and BRAC U policy and other relevant policies

Salary: Negotiable. A competitive salary can be offered to highly deserved candidates.

Benefits: Festival Bonus, Earned Leave Encashment, Health and Life Insurance, Increment on annual appraisal, and others as per policy along with career progression opportunity.