Advisor- Infectious Disease Surveillance

Jhpiego is a non-profit global health leader and Johns Hopkins University affiliate that is saving lives, improving health, and transforming futures. We partner with governments, health experts, and local communities to build the skills and systems that guarantee a healthier future for women and families. Jhpiego translates the best science and practices into moments of care that can mean the difference between life and death for women and families. The moment a woman gives birth; the moment a midwife helps a newborn to breathe. Through our partnerships, we are revolutionizing health care for the world’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people. In India, Jhpiego works across various states in close collaboration with national and state governments, providing technical assistance in the areas of family planning, maternal and child health, strengthening human resources for health, and non-communicable diseases. These programs are funded by USAID, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the David & Lucile Packard Foundation, the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF), and other anonymous donors.

The Advisor, Infectious Disease Surveillance, will play a pivotal role in advancing the RISE (Reaching Impact, Saturation, and Epidemic Control) project's objectives in infectious disease surveillance. This involves strategic engagement with key stakeholders, partnership management, and team leadership to strengthen India's capacity for early detection and response to infectious disease outbreaks. The advisor will work closely with national health authorities and partners to align project activities with public health priorities.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with IDSP (Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme, NCDC (National Centre for Disease Control) and other relevant Government of India stakeholders.
• Facilitate collaboration and coordination to align project activities with national priorities in infectious disease surveillance.
• Serve as the primary liaison with NCDC for all project activities, including surveillance, vector-borne diseases, emerging epidemics, global health security, and climate change-related health issues.
• Identify, engage, and manage partnerships with organizations and experts in the field of infectious disease surveillance.
• Work on building and managing relationships with multiple health and non-health government counterparts, donors, and partners to support project implementation and sustainability.
• Provide guidance on technical inputs and coordination for infectious disease surveillance to state teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor to ensure the smooth functioning of the project and the achievement of its goals.

• MBBS with an advanced degree (MD, PhD, or equivalent) in public health, epidemiology, infectious diseases, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in infectious disease surveillance, public health, or related fields.
• Skills: Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with experience engaging with government stakeholders and donors. Excellent leadership and team management abilities. Proficient in strategic planning and partnership development.
• Other Requirements: Ability to travel to project sites as needed. Fluency in English; proficiency in Hindi or other Indian languages is an asset.

Jhpiego is an equal opportunity employer and offers highly dynamic and enabling work environment.

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package.

Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

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