Position: One Health Program Officer

Reports to: One Health Advisor

Location: TBD

Job summary

The incumbent will work in USAID Usalama wa Afya Duniani under the supervision of the One Health Specialist to support a variety of One Health technical areas. One Health program officer will support the activities aimed to integrate and implement the One Health (OH) approach for the USAID Usalama wa Afya Duniani. She/He will work with OH lead to support the implementation and monitoring of technical initiatives to strengthen the adoption of the OH approach to prevent, limit, and contain disease spread. She/He will work closely with OH lead to build the capacity of OH, project evaluation, and develop success stories.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the expansion of the OH approach to engage relevant sectors and disciplines, including animal health, wildlife, environment, public, academia, research, and private sectors at national and subnational levels.
• Under supervision of OH lead, support development of strategies that link human and animal health surveillance using the One Health approach.
• Support the development/reviewing of One Health strategies and frameworks.
• Prepares, organizes, participates in, and provides technical support in meetings, workshops, and simulation exercises.
• Monitors and maintains project protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials, and reports related to technical areas of expertise.
• Support the development of technical briefs, reports, or other necessary materials to facilitate research, best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Under the supervision of OH lead, support review of project implementation to identify areas for improvement and propose appropriate technical strategies.
• Ensures project activities are on track with work plans and develop technical interventions to improve project implementation.
• Monitor and track statement of Work (SOW) and provide reports to supervisors.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Must hold a bachelor’s degree in health science or equivalent from a recognized university.
• A medical or nursing degree with further specialization in public health is an asset.
• At least 3 years of experience working in OH services or similar relevant programs.
• A clear understanding of OH in the context of global health security, emergency preparedness, and response is also required.
• Demonstrable knowledge of OH and Global Health Security implemented within Tanzanian health system.
• Experience in preparing and facilitating training for healthcare providers.
• Familiar with Tanzania health systems delivery and MoH relevant departments is an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (ability to work within GoT systems); as a member of a team and working independently.
• Strong professional oral and writing skills, including the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical documents

Instructions for Submitting Applications:

• All applications should be submitted electronically via this link: https://bit.ly/4a36I10
• All applications should include a cover letter that details one’s suitability for the job highlighting key functional areas, expected qualifications, and experiences.
• Candidates should attach a CV/Resume that highlights one’s key achievements in areas relevant to the job.
• Job-related qualifications and experience are the basic minimum requirements that each applicant must meet to be considered for interviewing.
• Applications should include 3 references that are familiar with applicant’s work experience. References should include contact information including daytime phone, and e-mail address.
• All applicants should include daytime phone and email contact information.
• The deadline for application is 10^th January 2025 at 5:00PM EAT. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

CIHEB Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of gender, religion, ethnicity, or any other status variable.