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EpiC Project Description:

Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC), a global project funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the U.S. Government (USG) that provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to achieve HIV epidemic control among all at-risk populations; strengthen global health security (GHS), including outbreak response; improve maternal and child health (MCH), address malaria; and nutrition.

In 2020, FHI 360 through EpiC launched a new multi-year project in Central Asia being implemented in Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Currently, in Tajikistan EpiC implements HIV, GHS, MNCH and nutrition activities, working closely with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population (MOSPP).

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of EpiC Tajikistan Health Emergency Management Specialist for Global Health Security Project. The position will be based in Dushanbe, Tajikistan and is open to citizens of Tajikistan or persons who have legal authority to work in Tajikistan.

Job description:

The Project Health Emergency Management Specialist will work closely with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic and other state partners, implementing partners and EpiC Tajikistan project team to ensure smooth implementation of the Project activities. The Project Health Emergency Management Specialist will provide technical and programmatic support to strengthen Tajikistan’s emergency and response systems, helping to organize EpiC/GHS team efforts and activities in Tajikistan, and leading and supporting the emergency preparedness and response technical activities.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the Health Emergency Management component of the project in coordination with other project technical areas.
• Work in close collaboration with national and international counterparts to provide the technical assistance required to fulfill national objectives and targets, especially these related to the Health Emergency Management strategic plan, work plans and quality management system.
• Ensures timely and proper implementation of EpiC/GHS activities in the area of Country Health Emergency Management in close collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Tajikistan, its substructures, donor and implementing partners.
• Provides technical insight in developing/updating national policies and procedures to prevent, detect and respond to emerging infectious diseases.
• Lead the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for implementing infectious disease outbreak response strategies, including the 7-1-7 framework.
• Ensures the Projects meet established objectives and deliverables and ensures appropriate
  monitoring of project activities to achieve financial, administrative and programmatic goals as
  articulated by the donor.
• Tracks performance against project timelines, budget, objectives, and deliverables, monitors and addresses programmatic issues in a timely manner, and keeps senior project management apprised of activity progress.
• Coordinates with the Program and Finance teams to ensure timely and high-quality support in finance, operations and procurement processes.
• Work with project management and technical teams in developing work plans, presentations and reports, and represent the project wherever required.
• Participate in Bid Review Committees as assigned, ensuring transparent, fair, and compliant evaluation of bids in line with organizational policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum Bachelor’s degree or higher in public health, international development, or related field. A master’s degree in a related field will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience leading health systems strengthening programs.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of health context in Tajikistan.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data for decision making.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing guidelines, SOPs, and training materials and conducting training and mentoring for health workers.
  • Experience as a trainer in infectious diseases with an emphasis on potential outbreaks and emergencies.
  • Proven experience working with government officials, particularly the Ministry of Health is highly desirable, to support strategy development, implementation plans and decision making.
  • English and Tajik language fluency required; Russian fluency preferred.

    Travel Requirements:

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    • 40% within Tajikistan.

      The position is open to Tajik residents and will be based in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

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