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[Job Vacancy] Public Health Workforce Development Fellow in Kolkata, India

Position Description

Position Name

Public Health Workforce Development Fellow

Position type

Full-time

No. of Positions

One

Organization

SAFETYNET

Reporting to

All India Institute of Hygiene & Public Health, Kolkata, program coordinator

Location

All India Institute of Hygiene & Public Health,

110, Chittaranjan Avenue, Kolkata- 700073 

Background

SAFETYNET or South Asia Field Epidemiology and Technology Network, Inc. is an organization that fosters collaboration and cooperation in disease prevention and control efforts among countries in the Asia Pacific region by supporting applied epidemiology programs and enhancing surveillance systems.

SAFETYNET cooperates with government, non-government, and international agencies to increase inter-regional exchange, expertise sharing, as well as inter-agency and interdisciplinary collaborations to build applied epidemiology capacity among Asian nations. SAFETYNET supports frontline, intermediate, and advance epidemiology trainings.

 

SAFETYNET is committed to supporting the countries in running FETP programs and thus is looking forward to recruit highly qualified persons with skills in field epidemiology for the position of Public Health Workforce Development Fellow.


Job Summary

Public Health Workforce Development Fellow, under the guidance of FETP coordinator NCDC/AIIHPH will work in close collaboration with CDC and SAFETYNET to provide technical support to I-FETP for smooth implementation and running of the program. As a technical member, s/he is expected to undertake activities related to the FETP induction training, field work, and mentorship of I-FETP Officers. S/he is expected to fulfil the below mentioned responsibilities:


Technical Support to FETP Mentors and Consultant Epidemiologist:

Provide expert guidance and technical assistance to Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) mentors and consultant epidemiologists.


Leadership in Evidence-Based Public Health:

Act as the senior consultant, offering leadership in the application of evidence-based practices for public health, including outbreak detection, investigation, and response. Strengthen the national disease surveillance system through strategic guidance.


Offer technical support to I-FETP officers in their Core Activity of Learning (CAL) 

Mentor I-FETP officers in outbreak investigations, evaluations of public health surveillance systems, and epidemiological studies.


Review and Approval Responsibilities:

  • Review reports related to public health responses, providing technical insights, and facilitating administrative approval.

  • Evaluate scientific abstracts for conferences and presentations at national/international forums.

  • Review manuscripts for administrative submission and publication.


Monitoring and Database Management:

Monitor the progress of FETP trainees on their CALs and collaborate with the National Institute of Public Health and Training Research (AIIHPH) to update the database of FETP officer projects.


Coordination Activities:

  • Coordinate and manage Weekly Afternoon Seminar (TAS) and other online training sessions

  • Manage and coordinate various hub activities, including seminars, field investigations, conferences, hub meetings, and other assigned tasks.


Epidemiological Analysis and Planning:

  • Develop epidemiological analysis plans and conduct descriptive and analytical epidemiological studies.

  • Plan surveillance activities to assess the burden of disease/health conditions/risk factors of public health importance.


Documentation and Reporting:

  • Assist in documenting Intermediate Field Epidemiology Program guidelines, and standard operating procedures, and prepare required monthly and quarterly reports.

  • Guiding I-FETP officers and mentors to use the India FETP learning management system and update their course progress on LMS.


Field Visits and Monitoring:

Conduct visits to placement sites and field investigation locations to mentor


Qualifications (Essential)

  • MBBS with postgraduation in Community Medicine (MD)/ public health (MPH)/ postgraduate diploma in public health/Field Epidemiology Training Program or EIS training program graduate.

  • Minimum of three years of public health experience

  • Minimum one year experience of working in an Intermediate/advanced FETP program as faculty or mentor.


Experience and Skills

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in public health; field epidemiology, implementation of public health projects and programs at state/national level. Preference will be given to those with India EIS Training

  • Experience of designing, implementing, and managing epidemiological studies and other research projects

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

  • Knowledge of public health issues, epidemiology, research methodology, and scientific writing

  • Excellent interpersonal relations; ability to network, work in multi-cultural team environment, and work harmoniously with multiple partners

  • Good working knowledge of computer applications, especially MS office, Epi Info

  • Strong and proven documentation and organizational skills

  • Ability to travel extensively at short notice


How to apply

After reviewing the job description and responsibilities, submit your application with the latest CV, and documents supporting education and experience to SAFETYNET at s. s.choudhary@safetynet-web.org and n.mandhi@safetynet-web.org.

Please note that the last date for applying is October 31, 2024 at 5 PM.


Remuneration

USD 2500-3000/per month.

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