Senior Technical Adviser, Epidemiology at KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation

Purpose of the Position

• In the position of senior technical advisor epidemiology you will provide epidemiological support to complex projects in order to enhance evidence-based decision-making, conduct intervention studies, surveys, support analysis of epidemiological data, and carry out operational research.

Profile
As Senior Technical Adviser Epidemiology you will:

• Work with relevant stakeholders including the NTP, donors and project staff to ensure a data driven process is used in programming;
• Be responsible for leading the design and implementation of the activity M&E framework and information system to track delivery against targets, outcomes and impact;
• Lead the analysis of data collected for assessment of progress, areas of improvement, and identification of successful interventions that could/should be replicated or scaled-up;
• Guide reporting processes amongst technical staff and consolidate program reports, promote learning and knowledge sharing of best practices and lessons learned;
• Support all technical staff in M&E functions and supervise any M&E related staff in the program;
• Carry out and support epidemiological TB research;
• Develop and evaluate project plans for CTB research projects;
• Maintain research contacts with national and international organizations and with various local and external organizations such as universities or medical research institutes;
• Give formal and on the job training on M&E, and operational research related to TB control;
• Advise and support government authorities and local institutions in setting up and conducting M&E activities;
• Formulate recommendations for the implementation of TB control interventions to national TB control programs and other institutions or organizations on the basis of research results and lessons learned;
• Promote the expertise of KNCV colleagues by presenting research results and their relevance for policy making;
• Publish scientific articles on the basis of the research conducted and lessons learned;
• Give presentations at conferences and scientific meetings.

Requirements
Education:

• MSc or corresponding degree in epidemiology, statistics or in public health
• Holding a doctorate degree (PhD) in epidemiology, public health and/or statistics.

Knowledge/experience:

• At least seven years of experience designing and implementing monitoring and evaluating activities for complex programs in developing countries
• A firm command of the M&E issues with respect to improvements in quality integrated service and support programs
• Demonstrated experience in setting up and managing M&E systems that track performance as per the objectives of this project (e.g., activity implementation against results and funding)
• Demonstrated analytical skills to measure the outcomes of the project’s activities and support project supervision
• Strong writing and organizational skills for monitoring and reporting on program and program outcomes and impacts
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with epidemiological and statistical analysis
• At least 4 years relevant post-qualification professional experience in research
• In-depth knowledge of and experience with quantitative and qualitative epidemiological research techniques; specifically implementation research
• Demonstrated skills in applying statistical software for research data analysis
• Knowledge of and experience in training and capacity building
• Ability to work both as member of a team and independently
• Ability to cope with stress and to organize and prioritize workload
• Ability to work in an international team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Assets:

• Experience with working in resource-challenged countries
• Familiarity with infectious diseases such as HIV AIDS and TB.

What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation Offer

• A full-time (40 hours per week) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention to extend the contract, depending on performance and availability of funding;
• An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated;
• A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues;
• The salary is dependent upon education and relevant working experience;
• KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme.