Job Description

Title: Technical Advisor, MDR TB

Company Name: icddr,b

Vacancy: Not specific

Job Location: Dhaka

Employment Status: Contractual

Educational Requirements:
∎ Medical Graduate with a Master's degree, or higher in Public Health or other relevant health systems field.

Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 6 year(s)

Job Context:
∎ Technical Advisor, MDR TB, USAID`s Alliance for Combating TB in Bangladesh with Programme for Emerging Infections under the Infectious Diseases Division (Adv#109/2020)
∎ icddr,b invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Technical Advisor, MDR TB, USAID`s Alliance for Combating TB in Bangladesh with Programme for Emerging Infections under the Infectious Diseases Division. The appointment will be made on Fixed Term basis for 1 year which is renewable depending on performance and availability of funds.
∎ Position description :
∎ The USAID`s Alliance for Combating TB in Bangladesh (ACTB) project will develop a dynamic, strategic, and fresh approach to accelerate Bangladesh`s fight against TB. The solutions will be aimed at creating an environment aligned with the universal health coverage (UHC) vision and focused on defined priority areas - increased TB detection, decentralized DR-TB management, child TB, expanded prevention and others.
∎ The Technical Advisor, MDR TB, reporting to the Chief of Party will be responsible for taking the lead in design, development and implementation of programmatic elements relevant to MDR TB. The position will be responsible for leading the MDR TB component of the program to provide technical leadership, oversight and strategic direction for strengthening PMDT services in the project area. This position will work in close collaboration with NTP and implementing partners on capacity building efforts for patient-centered PMDT services, including the engagement of TB patients and civil society in all aspects of TB programing and monitoring. The position holder will oversee implementing the planned PMDT activities of the ACTB project in collaboration other technical advisors and the National Tuberculosis Program (NTP) and implementing partners. The Technical Advisor, MDR TB will represent ACTB in PMDT at national and subnational technical meetings and must build good rapport with partners and stakeholders. S/he will be accountable for ensuring highest level of compliance with award conditions, organizational policies and procedures, and acceptable standards.

Job Responsibilities:
∎ Strategic and Technical Leadership:
∎ Provide technical assistance to identify policy, technical and programmatic gaps in MDR-TB diagnosis and treatment and Infection Control;
∎ Provide technical assistance in developing systems, tools, job aids, IEC materials as required for improving diagnosis and treatment of TB/MDR-TB, infection prevention, monitoring and supervision;
∎ Provide technical assistance and support to the NTP and sub-recipient NGO partners in planning and implementing PMDT activities as required.
∎ Strategy Development & Project Implementation:
∎ Work closely with the National TB Control Program (NTP), WHO, NGO partners and other stakeholders in identifying program priorities, developing strategies and coordinating implementation of PMDT activities across all the consortium partners;
∎ Work in teams to develop ACTB annual work plan;
∎ Identify and incorporate appropriate MDR-TB and OR related actions in work plan consistent with project objectives and aligned with national program needs;
∎ Monitor implementation of planned activities through periodic consultations, monthly progress review meetings, reports review, and field trips;
∎ Provide written feedback for improving performance;
∎ Monitor project deliverables and timeliness, notify Chief of Party and Head Technical Team when issues arise, and take corrective actions, as needed.
∎ Partner Management:
∎ Negotiate and coordinate with NTP, GF and implementing partner NGOs on the identification of PMDT needs and project technical assistance needs, development of scope of work and execution of technical assistance;
∎ Provide technical assistance and support to the NTP and sub-recipient NGO partners in planning and implementing PMDT activities as required;
∎ Cooperate and support NTP and NGO partners in planning and implementing MDR-TB activities as required.
∎ Capacity Development:
∎ Cooperate NTP and other collaborating partners in developing training strategies and materials, and facilitate planning and conducting TOT and training of health care staff;
∎ Participate in workshops, seminars, task force and expert committees to identify policy, technical and programmatic gaps in MDR-TB diagnosis and treatment;
∎ Participate in discussion with NTP, NGO partners, USAID and other stakeholders to identify research needs and priorities and develop concept papers as needed;
∎ Organize, lead and facilitate project-related meetings, including the creation of agendas and preparation of materials.
∎ People Management:
∎ Promote a spirit of collegiality and gender diversity amongst team members and in the organization;
∎ Encourage team members to collaborate across areas; Address and resolve any diversity related issues;
∎ Set goals and conduct appraisals for the team; Set high standards and confront poor performance where needed;
∎ Mentor young professionals and prepare them for higher responsibilities; Identify and reward high performers; Recommend promotions;
∎ Take appropriate actions to manage poor performance (such as creating Performance Improvement Plans, coaching, job rotations, planning separations from icddr,b in order to build and develop an engaged and high performing team.

Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum 6 years of experience in public health programs; Preference will be given to the candidates with:
∎ progressive, focused experience in the management, design, execution, and monitoring of PMDT services;
∎ Demonstrated strong understanding of health-seeking behavior and patient support needs;
∎ Experience and demonstrated success in engaging and building capacity of health providers to deliver patient-centered PMDT services and involving patients or key affected population and civil society in project design and execution;
∎ Experience in working with health providers, institutions and organizations to build capacity, especially civil society/support groups;
∎ Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing effective communication and community engagement programs, efficiently managing sub recipients, and conducting related evaluations.
∎ Competencies:
∎ Core:
∎ innovation:
∎ Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills
∎ Ability to make new and useful ideas work.
∎ Ability to persuade others to follow
∎ Ability to deal with ambiguity
∎ People Management:
∎ Ability to improve performance and satisfaction.
∎ Demonstrated leadership ability and team management
∎ Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build consensus and resolve conflicts
∎ Communication:
∎ Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform.
∎ Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
∎ Fluency in English and proficiency in Bangla
∎ Delivery
∎ Excellent organization skills
∎ Ability to get things done while exercising good judgement
∎ Possesses a drive for excellence
∎ Superior decision-making skills
∎ Technical/Functional:
∎ Knowledge Management:
∎ Familiarity with the TB best practices;
∎ Proven ability to find non-traditional means of accomplishing objectives;
∎ Ability to prepare manuals and training materials;
∎ Excellent proficiency in word processing software (such as MS Office applications);
∎ Collaboration & Partnerships:
∎ Capacity to deal with professional bodies, public and private sectors;
∎ Ability to enlist engage and link partners and stakeholders in accomplishing the greater objective;
∎ Ability to interact and advise senior host-government counterparts on policy and other strategic planning issues.
∎ Change Management:
∎ Proven ability to build capacity in counterparts;
∎ Capacity to effectively resolve conflict and overcome resistance to change
∎ Excellent organizational and prioritization skills, and attention to detail

Salary:
∎ Annual Tk. 21,20,860/- inclusive of house rent and conveyance allowances and other admissible benefits.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ 14.8% provident fund contribution, income tax paid by icddr,b, children allowance @Tk.1,917/- per child per month, festival bonus, contributory healthcare support including dependent spouse and children, group life insurance and subsidized canteen. Transport and daycare facilities are subject to space availability.

Application Deadline: 21 Jul 2020

Company Information:
∎ 15 Jul 2020
∎ icddr,b
∎ Business : icddr,b is a Bangladesh-based international health research institute that strives to solve key public health problems through high-quality scientific research and innovation. Policy-makers and practitioners utilize our evidence and expertise to improve health outcomes and prevent premature death and disability worldwide. Established more than 50 years ago, we continue to provide life-saving services to the people of Bangladesh, and to nurture the next generation of global health leaders.

Category: NGO/Development