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MSF-OCP  recruits 01 Regional Epidemiologist

MSF-OCP  recruits 01 Regional Epidemiologist for Kenya – Uganda – Epicentre position (M/F)

CONTEXT :

  • To the benefit of the MSF-OCP programs in Kenya and Uganda, the Regional Epidemiologist will provide technical support to the field for monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of MSF programs and operational research;
  • The Regional Epidemiologist will assure that compliance with the highest scientific, ethical and regulatory standards is maintained in all field related monitoring activities;
  • He/she will be placed in the Epicentre’s Field Epidemiology and Training Department and will report to the coordinator of monitoring and research in the programs;
  • The post holder will work closely with the MSF-OCP Medical Department and Desk, medical and field coordinators to ensure smooth integration and coordination of program activities and potential research. He/she will work in close collaboration with the monitoring and data management field teams;
  • In Uganda, the Regional Epidemiologist will be placed under the authority of MSF-OCP Head of mission for administrative, logistics and security matters;
  • In Kenya, the Regional Epidemiologist will be placed under the authority of MSF-OCP Head of mission for administrative, logistics and security matters.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITES :

The tasks will be adapted to the needs of each site.

  • The Regional Epidemiologist will be involved in the following activities :
  • Carry out short field assignments, to support and assist the data teams in Uganda, Kenya;
  • Establish and follow a quarterly M&E agenda participating in operational routine reports and organizing and/or assisting medical staff in preparing epidemiological reports related to health facilities and to research areas;
  • To identify gaps and difficulties in the M&E systems;
  • To propose and set-up solutions;
  • To provide on-demand indicators and reports concerning the M&E;
  • To train on epidemiology and data management when needed;
  • To provide epidemiological support to research studies upon request, leading the implementation of the protocols and epidemiological methodology, ensuring all related staff follows them in order to improve research efficiency;
  • Participate in initial assessments/ exploratory missions when needed in cases of emergencies;
  • Together with Medical Coordinator follow up country disease/outbreak epidemiological surveillance trends of public health significance;
  • Planning and supervising, in close coordination with the HR department and the MSF vision, policies and values, the associated processes (job description, recruitment, training, performance evaluation, development and internal/external communication) of the epidemiological staff in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required, to improve staff technical capabilities, contribution and commitment to MSF values.

 

  • To provide support to the field teams for data analysis and reporting
  • Assessing needs in data analysis and reporting at site level;
  • Issuing recommendations to smooth reporting process;
  • As needed, support the monitoring and data management teams in carrying out data analysis in order to respond to MoH or MSF-OCP requests.

 

Experience / Qualifications

Experience :

  • Extensive experience in data management and data analysis;
  • Experience in monitoring and evaluation;
  • Experience in field epidemiology;
  • Previous experience with MSF is a plus.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Master of Epidemiology;
  • Demonstrated technical expertise in clinical, operations, or health services research related to HIV/AIDS, reproductive or maternal health, or child survival;
  • Knowledge of Stata software (REDCap and R is a plus);
  • Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and strong management skills;
  • Strong written and oral communication skills;
  • Ability to travel internationally on short notice;
  • English (oral and written) required.

Salary

  • Post based in Nairobi with frequent trips in Kenya and Uganda;
  • Short-term Contract: 12 months;
  • Starting date: 15th of January 2020;
  • Remuneration:

If less than 12 months experience with MSF, or less than 2 years with INGOs recognized by MSF, the indemnity is 1134€.

If more than 12 months experience with MSF or more than 2 years with INGOs recognized by MSF, the indemnity ranges from 2257€ to 2674€ depending on the position held.

Contact person

https://smrtr.io/3HLhd

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