We are seeking to employ an AMU/AMR Specialist to lead our antimicrobial use (AMU) and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) work in Accra, Ghana.
Job Summary:
The antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance (AMU/AMR) Specialist provide leadership and technical assistance within the Ghana team, with a particular focus on surveillance, zoonotic disease, AMR, laboratory systems, and One Health. This involves design, implementation and monitoring of technical strategies and programs, and the development of tools.
The AMU/AMR Specialist will be responsible for providing technical support for One Health activities relating to AMU/AMR in accordance with IHR core mandate. The position will be based in Accra, Ghana. Specific responsibilities include:
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Accountabilities:
Technical Requirements:
- Support the Country Team Lead and local EpiC colleagues in collaborating with health officials of related departments of MOH, national and regional institutions for project design, and implementation
- Provide technical assistance (TA) to strengthen AMR detection, surveillance, and One Health activities across human, animal, and environmental sectors.
- Support the development and implementation of initiatives to improve AMR detection and surveillance capacity.
- Provide TA to collect, assemble, and review data related to AMR and AMU patterns in all sectors.
- Provide technical assistance/participate in investigations of outbreaks involving resistant pathogens (e.g., source, antibiotic use, and spread of infection) and the design of interventions to interrupt transmission.
- Provide technical assistance/participate in mapping/investigating/assessing antibiotic distribution and use in all sectors.
- Conduct supportive supervision to multisectoral laboratory and surveillance sites to improve the detection of AMR and to understand AMU.
- Work closely with country team to support laboratory-based AMR surveillance.
- Support the development and review/implementation of national plans, strategies, SOPs, and policies at national, regional, and local level to reduce AMR and improve antimicrobial stewardship (AMS).
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- Contribute to strategies and activities that will enhance sharing of AMR and AMU data across sectors and with national stakeholders.
- Provide TA to develop educational materials to improve AMS and reduce AMR in all sectors.
- Provide TA to enhance knowledge of strong AMS practices within health professionals working in all sectors to advance diagnosis-based surveillance of AMR.
- Support capacity building activities to improve GHSA and IHR capacities.
- Represent GHS project to external; stakeholders and contribute to the knowledge base through participation in scientific forums and technical networks.
- Contribute significantly to project work planning and reporting.
- Provide technical writing inputs, documentation of project activities.
- Support monitoring and evaluation of activities across the GHS portfolio.
- Identify issues/challenges and develop strategies for effective implementation of related work plan activities.
- Participate in One Health stakeholders’ meetings and share updates on targets and results.
- Contribute to the preparation of related parts of required reports to FHI 360 and USAID.
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Project Design Implementation:
- Develops strategies and tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components.
- Monitors project deliverables and reports to supervisors.
- Leads technical project activities and sub activities and assists with project implementation.
- May implement components of the technical portions of the project plan.
- Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff.
- Functions as the technical lead with oversight of project technical administrative and finance compliance, technical deliverables, and team management, (includes projects and consultants).
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with providing technical support for research studies.
- Knowledge of the GHS field in general and proven experience and working knowledge of AMU/AMR detection and surveillance. Should be skilled in facilitation, coordination, report writing and have knack for numbers.
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- Demonstrated experience in implementation of field and laboratory-based AMU/AMR methodology and in AMR detection and surveillance
- Competent in AMR disease detection and field epidemiology.
- Experience collaborating on projects/studies and coordinating efforts, as appropriate, with other program staff, other international health agencies, and private and non-private organizations.
- Strong expertise in GHS technical and programmatic areas.
- Excellent quantitative, qualitative, and analytical skills.
- Development of scope of work and deliverables for partners, consultants, etc.
- Broader knowledge of quality standards
- Proficiency with database management software and on-line search tools required.
- Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
- Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
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- Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate with others.
- Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
- Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.
Problem Solving & Impact:
Works on problems of moderate to complex scope that require review of various factors.
- Exercises good judgment with selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.
- Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.
- Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff.
- Networks with key internal and external personnel.
- Decision may cause delays or failure to achieve results that impact departmental goals.
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Supervision Given/Received:
- Determines methods and procedures on new projects and assignments.
- Serves as team lead and may mentor other lower-level personnel.
- Reports to the Project Director.
Qualification Required & Experience
Education:
- Master’s Degree laboratory-based detection of infectious diseases, public health, epidemiology, or another related field. Registered laboratory technologist is required.
- Project Management (PM) Certification preferred.
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Experience:
- At least 6+ years of relevant experience working in national/regional infectious disease detection and surveillance.
- Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
Location: Accra
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How To Apply: AMU/AMR Specialist at FHI 360 Ghana
To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.
Closing Date: 21 October, 2023
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