Careers

• Coordinate proper implementation of TB operational guidelines, protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), tools, etc. developed by the Activity. Provide constant supervision and support to health care providers to ensure patient-centered care across all health facilities.
  
• Strengthen patient management practices through clinical decision reviews, enhancing the skills of healthcare professionals in managing TB, drug-resistant TB (DR-TB), and HIV co-infections
  
• Facilitate the roll-out and scale-up of new, short TB treatment regimens, ensuring their integration into the national TB program.
  
• Provide technical support to central and regional TB concilia for managing complex cases and facilitate regular clinical case reviews to promote consistent laboratory diagnostic practices.
  
• Assist in the implementation of the TB case management (TB CM) approach, including readiness assessments, training for PHC workers, and supportive supervision.
  
• Lead technical support and training initiatives for rayon-level TB CM teams and service providers to effectively implement and monitor TB treatment programs.
  
• Implement the verification system to validate successfully treated TB cases at primary health facilities through the oblast TB concilium.
  
• Collaborate with the Kyrgyz State Medical Institute of Postgraduate Training and Continuous Education to revise modules on TB CM, DR-TB management, and pediatric TB to align with the latest clinical guidelines.
  
• Contribute to the development of clinical job aids for pediatric TB management to guide healthcare workers in prescribing treatment and counseling parents
  
• Contribute to the development of clinical job aids and relevant instructional materials for adverse event management to guide healthcare workers in prescribing treatment and selecting corrective measures.
  
• Regularly monitor TB program activities, providing detailed reports and evaluations to the Technical Lead to track progress and support informed decision-making.
  
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Technical Director or Chief of Party to further the overall goals of the project.

• A Bachelor’s degree in medical sciences or a related field is required; Master’s degree in Public Health, Infectious Diseases, or a relevant field is preferred;
  
• At least 5 years of experience in TB control programs, including TB/DR-TB management and TB/HIV co-infection management. Experience in both clinical and programmatic aspects is preferred;
  
• Advanced knowledge of TB and DR-TB case management, including an in-depth understanding of national TB control guidelines and protocols, international standards, and best practices;
  
• Strong skills and experience in institutional capacity building, systems strengthening, and program management, particularly in TB service delivery;
  
• Proven ability to provide training, mentorship, and supervision to healthcare providers in TB prevention and care;
  
• Excellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to assess program effectiveness, recommend improvements, and convey complex clinical information effectively;
  
• Competence in using electronic health information systems, data analysis tools, and other technologies for program management;
  
• Ability to work across geographically dispersed sites and manage competing priorities, and adapt to changing project needs in a dynamic environment;
  
• Familiarity with USAID/US government programs, regulations, and reporting requirements. Experience working with US-funded programs is an advantage;
  
• Fluency in Russian and Kyrgyz is required; proficiency in English is an added advantage.