Infectious Disease Detection and Surveillance (IDDS) is a five-year USAID-funded project with the following overall objectives: (1) Improve the detection of diseases of public health importance and identification of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in priority infectious diseases through an accessible, accurate, adaptable, timely, and integrated diagnostic network system; (2)Improve the quality of real-time surveillance systems for pathogens of greatest public health concern, including AMR and zoonotic diseases, and; (3) Generate evidence-based guidance and innovative solutions to strengthen in-country diagnostic networks and surveillance systems. In Bangladesh, the IDDS project will focus on activities to strengthen the TB diagnostic network in line with the Government of Bangladesh’s National Strategic Plan to achieve three key results:
A comprehensive TB diagnostic network with strong underlying health systems Strengthened capacity of the national reference laboratory and regional/reference laboratories A functional network of GeneXpert instruments
FHI 360 is seeking a Team Lead to be responsible for technical direction and overall management of activities in Bangladesh as well as coordination with other project team members and partners who lead specific activities. The Team Lead will work closely with USAID/Bangladesh to provide thought leadership and represent the project in country. This position reports to the IDDS Project Director based in Rockville, MD, USA. This position operates under the management and oversight of the IDDS project senior management team, led by the IDDS Project Director.
- Represent IDDS in Bangladesh to the USAID mission (TB Advisor), the Government of Bangladesh, and other stakeholders.
- Provide technical leadership and assistance in TB health systems strengthening especially in the area of diagnostics.
- Ensure IDDS’ activities are aligned with country priorities and are well-coordinated with other organizations working in Bangladesh
- Utilize evidence- based methods and best practices to implement workplan activities.
- Lead the project team in Bangladesh – providing the vision, coordination, resource management, and oversight of technical and administrative staff required to accomplish workplan activities and meet project objectives.
- Ensure country financial and technical reporting requirements are met.
- Follow established processes to guarantee the technical and programmatic quality of IDDS work in Bangladesh and overall responsiveness of the technical team. This can include making necessary adjustments to operations to fit the requirements when necessary or recommended by USAID.
- Ensures that any departures in work scope or budget or any legal, regulatory or ethical concerns are promptly reported to IDDS leadership in the US.
- Work closely with USAID and with the IDDS US-based team to define and adjust annual work plans as well as implementing technical activities.
- Work closely with TB program, and other initiatives as are agreed are in the scope for IDDS as well as partners and stakeholders to ensure coordinated approach.
- Works collaboratively and coordinates with regional and/or other country Technical Leads as well as team partners on the implementation of activities.
- Minimum 5-8 years of experience managing health systems strengthening programs
- Familiarity with USG management, programs, and operations including regulatory and reporting requirements
- Technical competency in TB
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data for decision making
- Fluency in written and spoken English [and other languages as applicable per country]
- Strong English written, oral, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills in facilitation and stakeholder engagement/coordination
- Experience working in Bangladesh
- Willingness and ability to travel a minimum of 25% within Bangladesh and other travel as needed
- Authorization to work in Bangladesh
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bangladesh national
Selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
Supervision
- Will supervise other FHI 360 IDDS staff members in Bangladesh
- Plays a coaching and mentoring role for others.
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift 5-50 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), e-mail, telephone, printer, calculator, copier, cell phones, PDAs and other hand held devices.
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