Careers

• Lead the development of a comprehensive operational guide for the project’s TB IPC activities, including TB ACF, CI, TPT, and infection control guidelines and protocols, ensuring alignment with national health strategies, international recommendations and global best practices;
  
• Lead the introduction and scaling of the facility-based case finding approach in healthcare facilities (both public and private), based on results and findings of readiness assessments. Conduct relevant trainings and supportive supervision for health care workers and facility managers. Conduct monitoring and evaluation of implemented actions and results;
  
• Lead the implementation of IPC requirements at healthcare facilities and lead capacity-building initiatives for health workers and facility managers on TB IPC practices. Support capacity building for regional coordinators on TB IPC requirements and standards;
  
• Lead the development and implementation Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) M&E system at PHC facilities, general hospitals and TB facilities to ensure enhance protection against TB for HCWs.
  
• Coordinate with healthcare managers, regional coordinators, and relevant stakeholders to implement TB IPC measures across different regions;
  
• Provide technical assistance and capacity building to civil society organizations to apply TB IPC tools and practices tailored to key populations and high-risk groups;
  
• Lead the Project activities on strengthening capacity of DDPSES, TB facilities and PHC facilities on TB IPC M&E, data analysis, data reporting.
  
• Collaborate on operational research projects to assess and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of the project’s TB IPC interventions, contributing to evidence-based adjustments and policy recommendations;
  
• Assist with documentation and communication of project progress, success stories, technical briefs, etc. in TB IPC practices. Contribute to quarterly and annual reports;
  
• Ensure IPC tools, guidelines, and protocols are up-to-date and aligned with modern IPC regulations and best practices;
  
• Develop and maintain a dashboard showcasing key IPC indicators and improvements across project-supported facilities and communities;
  
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by the Technical Director or Chief of Party.

• Medical degree or relevant post-graduate qualification in public health or infection control (preferred);
  
• At least 5 years of experience in TB settings, with a focus on TB infection prevention and control activities;
  
• Strong expertise in TB IPC practices, including familiarity with modern IPC methodologies (e.g., ACF, CI, TPT, FAST) and demonstrated ability to introduce innovative solutions;
  
• Proven experience in developing and implementing IPC guidelines, protocols, and tools;
  
• Proficiency in risk assessments, monitoring, and data analysis for TB IPC interventions;
  
• Familiarity with USAID/US government programs, regulations, and reporting requirements; previous experience working on USAID/US government-funded projects is highly desirable;
  
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders, including health facility managers, health workers, local government officials, and civil society organizations to implement IPC initiatives;
  
• Demonstrated ability to work in dynamic environments, manage multiple priorities, and lead initiatives in challenging settings;
  
• Fluency in Russian and Kyrgyz is required; strong written and verbal communication skills in English considered an advantage.