EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN PUBLIC HEALTH
FHI 360 is an international non-governmental organization that, in Vietnam, promotes the health and well-being of the Vietnamese people, particularly vulnerable and marginalized populations. It works with the Vietnam Ministry of Health and other national bodies, as well as provincial and district-level health services to achieve project aims. FHI 360 is currently implementing programs to address HIV prevention, testing, and treatment; combatting trafficking in persons; COVID-19; tuberculosis case finding and treatment; clinical research; anti-microbial resistance; health system strengthening; non-communicable diseases; maternal and child health and nutrition; and diagnostic and laboratory services.
We are currently seeking qualified and highly motivated Vietnamese candidates to fill in the Technical Specialist - Animal Health position for the Fleming Fund Country Grant for Vietnam - Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance in Vietnam, based in Hanoi.
Project Description:
FHI 360 seeks a Technical Specialist - Animal Health for the Fleming Fund Country Grant for Vietnam - Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance in Vietnam. The Country Grant will address critical gaps in surveillance of antibiotic resistant bacteria in Vietnam. This grant will support implementation of national plans for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance and will focus on selected number of AMR surveillance sites in the animal health (AH) sector. We will work closely with local entities that are already involved in AMR/AMU surveillance, oversight and improvement activities, local and national Technical Working Groups, national and regional reference laboratories for animal health, other government and national and international non-government stakeholders, and Mott MacDonald - the Fleming Fund Management Agent.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
This position will be responsible for activities related to strengthening the capacity and systems for AMR/AMU surveillance in the animal health (AH) sector. This position is based in Hanoi with field visits to different parts of Vietnam. Specific responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Provide technical support to the AMR surveillance system in the animal health sector. Provide technical assistance for sample collection, coordination, transport and testing for surveillance activities
- Provide initiatives and technical recommendations for the sustainability and development of AH national reference laboratories and the development of the AH AMR surveillance network.
- Support providing technical support to the Department of Animal Health under the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development regarding the modification of legal and technical documents.
- Provide technical assistance to the AH reference laboratory, surveillance laboratories, and/or animal AMR/AMU surveillance sites to for assessment and improvement plans, operation of the referral surveillance network to collect and transfer the specimens and isolates for AMR testing
- Participate in supervision and onsite training, coaching and mentoring to AMR/AMU surveillance sites at animal health sectors and related partners.
- Provide technical assistance to prepare and submit quarterly/semi-annually/annually reports and other AMR/AMU-related data and report as per the donors’, national and global requirements. Share the findings including AMR/AMU trends to animal AMR/AMU TWG or one health TWG quarterly and annually
- Provide technical advice to collecting, assembling, and reviewing data related to AMR and AMU patterns in animal populations.
- Provide technical assistance/participate in epidemiological investigations (e.g., source, antibiotic use, and spread of infections).
- Ensure the progress and quality of the activities designated under the objective on animal health in the project work plan.
- Other duties as requested
Qualifications:
- Academic degree in the following areas: Animal Health, Nutrition, Care, Treatment, and Prevention, Microbiology, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences, International Development, Human Development or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in Animal Health or a related area, experience with program management preferred.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO) or Vietnam Government agency.
- AMR/AMU and disease surveillance and other relevant health programs (strongly preferred)
- Understanding of human health/one health and how it all interacts with animal health.
- Understanding of microbiology, related laboratory techniques, biosafety and biosecurity.
- Ability to communicate and coordinate with stakeholders;
- Strong coordination, communication, and interpersonal aptitudes
- Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the ethical issues surrounding research and surveillance
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Ability to work efficiently and effectively in an IT environment.
FHI 360 offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
Interested candidates are invited to visit FHI 360’s career page at https://www.fhi360.org/careers [1] and apply the position ONLINE by 28 February 2023. Selection and interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.