Technical Advisor Level III: Senior Tuberculosis...

Office of Health, Infectious Diseases, and Nutrition, Bureau for Global Health, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Location: Washington, DC Assignment: Two year fellowship GHFP-09-156

The Global Health Fellows Program (GHFP) is a five year cooperative agreement implemented and managed by the Public Health Institute (PHI) in partnership with the Harvard School of Public Health, Management Systems International and Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. GHFP is supported by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).

GHFPs goal is to improve the effectiveness of USAID Population, Health and Nutrition programs by developing and increasing capacity of health professionals in Washington, DC and overseas. This is accomplished through the recruitment, placement and support of junior, mid and senior level health professionals; a diversity initiative focused on providing internship and mentoring opportunities in international public health to underrepresented communities; and professional and organizational development activities to bolster USAIDs ability to maximize results and strengthen its leadership role in global health.

INTRODUCTION:

The Senior Tuberculosis Technical Advisor (Technical Advisor) will serve in the Bureau for Global Health, Health, Office of Infectious Diseases, and Nutrition, Infectious Diseases Division (GH/HIDN/ID) with attention focused on USAID-funded country programs particularly but not exclusively in the Africa region. The Technical Advisor will engage in policy dialogue and provide technical assistance to USAID missions in the design, implementation, and evaluation of bilateral and regional tuberculosis (TB) programs. S/he will also provide technical guidance to selected GH/HIDN/ID core-funded TB activities. The Technical Advisor will take programmatic direction from the Tuberculosis Team Leader in GH/HIDN/ID, and will serve as a member of the TB team, working closely with technical advisors and health staff in GH/HIDN/ID, the Africa Bureau and other regional and sub-regional staff as appropriate. The Technical Advisor will also work closely with other US Government agencies and partners in the international TB community.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provide technical assistance to USAID country level TB programs, with a particular focus on Africa:

* Provide senior level strategic and programming guidance, including assisting with the preparation and/or review of strategies and program plans. Provide technical advice to ensure that country and regional programs are consistent with international standards and recommendations and with USAID guidance for the Tuberculosis Element as part of the USAID foreign assistance reform * Assist USAID missions to strengthen coordination and leveraging of USAID TB funds with the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) resources for TB/HIV in PEPFAR focus countries * Apply public health expertise to assist with the development and review of technical documents and guidelines * Monitor and analyze regional TB trends and issues and apply this analysis to regional and country level USAID TB programs * Participate in joint TB program reviews organized by partners such as the World Health Organization (WHO) * Assist with the identification of potential technical partners and implementation mechanisms to implement country programs * Conduct program evaluations and/or prepare Scopes of Work for independent evaluations * Prepare and present technical presentations at regional USAID health officers meetings and workshops * Provide technical guidance related to the TB component of regional strategies and programs, and provide advice related to TB priority countries and budgets * Participate as a USAID technical advisor in regional meetings, workshops and task forces

2. Provide technical support to the GH/HIDN/ID TB program:

* Provide technical advice to selected GH/HIDN/ID core-funded TB activities (under the direction of the Cognizant Technical Officer) focusing on areas consistent with his/her particular expertise and experience * Contribute public health expertise and participate in technical working groups and task forces convened by the STOP TB Partnership, WHO and/or other TB partners * Participate in the routine work of the TB team, including preparation of portfolio reviews and reports; reviews of mission/bureau documents such as annual performance reports and operational plans; and preparation of responses to Questions and Answers and other requests for information * Participate in at least one USAID population, health and nutrition country team 3. Training and Professional Development: * Stay up to date with current literature, reports and international guidelines and standards in TB * Participate in periodic job-related international working groups and professional meetings * Participate in professional continuing education, skills training and USAID training activities as appropriate * Prepare and submit occasional job-related papers to professional journals and meetings

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

* Advanced degree in public health, the health sciences or relevant disciplines with applicability to international public health * Minimum 10 years? experience in international public health including of which 5 years? experience is in TB control * At least 3 years? in-country field experience highly desirable * Experience in TB control programming in Africa desirable * Demonstrated experience in senior health policy dialogue * Experience and/or knowledge of programs based on the WHO-recommended STOP TB Strategy and DOTS * Knowledge of and familiarity with key international TB initiatives and organizations * Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills * Ability to work under pressure and in teams * Ability to travel internationally 30% to 40% * US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency required

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

Salary will be based on commensurate experience and earnings history. The Public Health Institute offers a comprehensive benefits package including professional development programs click here to view

TO APPLY:

All applicants are required to apply for this position through GHFPs online recruitment system here https://www.ghfp.net/recruitment/, which allows you to store your CV, profile and bio data form in our database. A separate cover letter describing your qualifications and experience, interest and familiarity with issues relating to this position, and how this position relates to your career goals is required for each application. All online applications must be submitted by November 30, 2009.

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