Senior Technical Advisor, Yangon, Myanmar, University Research Co.

Senior Technical Advisor, 
Yangon, Myanmar, 
University Research Co.

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Senior Technical Advisor

Location:  Yangon, Myanmar

Project Name:              USAID | PMI Defeat Malaria Activity Location:                      Yangon, Myanmar Type:                             Full time/Regular Salary:                          Commensurate with required experience and qualifications Reports to:                   Senior Technical Director/DCOP   University Research Co., LLC (URC)                                                                                                                               URC is a global company dedicated to improving the quality of health care, social services, and health education worldwide. With a non-profit affiliate, the Center for Human Services (CHS), URC manages projects in over 45 countries, including the United States.   Established in 1965, URC offers a range of technical assistance to strengthen health and social systems and service quality by empowering communities and health workers to identify and scale up locally appropriate solutions to critical problems. Internationally, we expand access to and improve the quality of services addressing maternal, newborn, and child health; infectious diseases, including HIV/AIDS, TB, and malaria; reproductive health and family planning; food and nutrition; and vulnerable children and families. In the US, we focus on improving communication related to issues like substance abuse, with a particular focus on reaching underserved populations.   URC’s mission is to provide innovative, evidence-based solutions to health and social challenges worldwide. Please join us in carrying out our mission (http://www.urc-chs.com/).   Project Overview:   Implemented by University Research Co., LLC (URC), the USAID | PMI Defeat Malaria Activity works to strategically reduce the malaria burden and control artemisinin-resistant malaria in target areas, contributing to the long-term national goal of eliminating malaria in Myanmar.   Roles and Responsibilities:   Reports to the Senior Technical Director/DCOP. Key roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Supports the COP and Senior Technical Director/DCOP with technical leadership of the project related to malaria control and elimination interventions; Works closely and coordinates with the Senior Technical Director/DCOP to ensure the implementation of activities at the operational level as well as review, assessment and development of tools, SOPs, training materials, and design and implement OR studies; Works closely with the monitoring and evaluation team to monitor progress and conduct analyses of malaria prevention, control and elimination activities; Provides as needed technical assistance to the NMCP on reviewing and updating malaria policies, guidelines and tools; Supports coordination of technical inputs covering Case Management, SBC/MMPs, PPP and vector control within the National Malaria Strategic Plan 2016-2020 and the National Malaria Elimination Plan 2016-2030; Works closely with Senior Technical Director/DCOP to support field implementation of all malaria prevention, control and elimination activities; With the Senior Technical Director/DCOP, builds strategies for developing capacity of the NMCP at national level in support of malaria elimination. Minimum Qualifications:   Required Experience & Qualifications  Medical degree and/or Master’s Degree in public health, epidemiology, international health or related discipline; A minimum of seven years of experience implementing public health programs, with at least four years of experience in malaria control and prevention; Experience and/or understanding of best practices in malaria control and elimination and adapting them for implementation in a developing country context required. Desired Experience & Qualifications  Experience with malaria control programs in the Greater Mekong Sub-region is strongly preferred; Experience and/or understanding of the Burmese health systems context preferred; Strong analytical, communication and diplomacy skills. To Apply:      For immediate consideration, please visit URC’s Career Opportunities page at www.urc-chs.com/career-opportunities. You must attach your CV/Résumé and your Cover Letter where indicated. Also, please complete your application form and attach a completed USAID Form 1420 Contractor Employee Biographical Data Sheet as well.    Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only candidates who have met the required experience & qualifications for this position will be contacted. No phone calls please. However, since we are active around the world in the field of public health, we may wish to retain your CV in our database for other/future opportunities, unless you direct us otherwise. Thank you very much for your interest.     URC is an E-Verify Employer   URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We value and seek diversity in our workforce.

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