Stopping community transmission of leprosy is one of the World Health Organization`s priorities for the decade 2021-2030. The Leprosy Mission International – Bangladesh (TLMIB) has received funding for a randomized-controlled trial of an enhanced post-exposure prophylaxis regimen (PEP++) for contacts of persons of leprosy. The study will launch in April 2022 (pending BMRC approval).
The PEP++ study, which is taking place across five countries, will also investigate the knowledge, attitudes and beliefs regarding leprosy and persons affected, to develop community education and behavior change interventions that will reduce stigma, improve strategies for early case detection and increase acceptance of programme interventions.TLMIB is seeking a highly-motivated researcher, with a medical background, to strengthen the research capacity of the organization and lead implementation of this randomized-controlled trial.
Fixed term contract – 36 months (with possibility of extension)
Start-up of PEP++ programme - Participate in the international PEP++ Core Team; Set up a project management system with guidance from PEP++ Programme Manager (Netherlands); Develop country specific project documents in collaboration with the partners and with guidance from PEP++ Programme Manager; Facilitate the setting up of a national level task force
Coordination and liaising - Establish an effective coordination mechanism among different stakeholders; Develop contracts with the academic partners and liaise with the academic partner on an ongoing basis; Develop MoUs with government and other (ILEP) partners; Liaise with and give guidance to the PEP++ supervisors on an ongoing basis; Organize national meetings; Ensure that state/district level meetings are held; Build and develop a network to help ensure the success of the programme; Attend international PEP++ progress meetings annually.
Planning - Align the country level planning with the international PEP++ planning cycle; Produce and oversee annual calendars of operation (Gantt chart); Ensure implementation of the various components of the research project, including side studies
Monitoring and Evaluation - monitoring, supervision and evaluation at national, district/state and field level; Effectively communicate expectations to the PEP++ Supervisors and partners in a timely and clear fashion; Ensure good quality data collection and data management.
Human Resource Management - hiring, performance management and training; Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team; Facilitate, mentor, motivate and guide project team members and staff from partner organizations or institutions
Financial management - oversight of budget, finance reporting (supported by finance manager)
Recording and Reporting - in-country and international, including quarterly report through the Country Director to the PEP++ Programme Manager
Others - Collaborate in writing scientific publications; Support information sharing in international fora;
Educational Requirements :
MBBS degree and Post-graduate
Research-based qualification in a health-related discipline (e.g. MPH, MSc, MPhil).
Experience Requirements :
At least 3 year(s)
Additional Requirements :
Experience: At least 3 years' relevant research experience in leading research teams. Familiarity with GoB health system is preferred.
Proven ability in research protocol development, data collection and analysis, and reporting findings
Proven ability in supervising, monitoring, training and encouraging other researchers.
Excellent written and spoken Bengali and English
Excellent time management skills to ensure work is completed to tight deadlines
Strong multidisciplinary communication skills
Good project management skills including budgeting and financial reporting
Excellent computer literacy skills
Compensation & Other Benefits :
How to Apply
Send your CV to HR.Manager@TLMBangladesh.org
Primary Information
Published on:
26/04/2022
Vacancy:
01
Employment Status:
Contractual
Gender:
Age:
Job Location:
Nilphamari
Salary:
Tk. 70000 (Monthly) , Monthly Consolidated Salary BDT 70,000.00 plus other benefits as per organizational policy
