2023 08 Epidemiologist

Vacancy Announcement
Doctors Without Borders India (DWBI)/ Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) aims to provide medical assistance
without any kind of discrimination including offer medical assistance during natural and manmade disasters
through establishment of healthcare centers, implementing medical programs for critical illnesses on its own or
with partners, working for creating medical awareness and capacity building and carry out/sponsor research to
provide strategic input on relevant medical treatment options in India.
DWBI/ MSF offers assistance to people in need and irrespective of race, religion, gender or political affiliation. In
1999 MSF was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize as recognition for its medical work in several continents.
Position: Epidemiologist
Location of Job: Mumbai
Duration: (Renewable/non-renewable): 1 year (Renewable on Need Basis)
Start Date: 1st September 2023
Application Closing Date: 23rd August 2023
No. of Position: 1
We offer:
• Salary Gross (INR): 65,580 per month (Non-Negotiable)
• Leave (pro-rated based on hire date): 18 days annual leave; 12 days paid leave as per specified list of
holidays; Casual leave of 12 days
• Sick leaves and other compassionate leaves
• 13th month salary (pro-rated based on hire date) benefit and accidental insurance cover for employee
• Contributions made for statutory benefit programs such as Provident Fund
• DWBI provides medical reimbursement for employees and their dependents as per DWBI’s health care policy
• A stimulating, professional environment in an international organization
PURPOSE OF POST:
Assessing, implementing and maintaining the epidemiological surveillance systems/monitoring (if needed)
according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures in order to contribute to appropriate evidence-based
decision making using well managed health data in outbreak and emergency MSF programmers.
FUNCTIONAL AND HIERARCHICAL LINES
Hierarchically accountable to Epidemiology Activity Manager
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Carrying out key epidemiological activities in outbreak investigation (description including time, place,
people with emphasis on mapping when it is needed) and advising on the operational response
• Implementing and maintaining a surveillance system to monitor epidemiological trends of relevant
outbreak-prone diseases. Guiding activities of medical staff for surveillance and/or active case finding,
including ensuring understanding of the need for consistent case definitions and data recording (briefing of
all new staff)
• Monitoring and Implementing initial Assessment (for emergency situation), rapid health assessments and
(baseline or follow-up) surveys. Where standard protocols are not available or appropriate, developing a
protocol seeking extensive feedback and pilot testing of tools to ensure the objectives will be met robustly
with support of HQ epidemiologist
• Preparing and adapting routine documentation (survey forms, training materials, letters of
request/notification, locally appropriate consent forms etc.) with support of HQ epidemiologist. Preparing
an appropriate sampling frame and sample selection guidelines with support of HQ epidemiologist
• Planning and supervising the associated HR processes of the staff under his/her responsibility
(recruitment, training/induction, evaluation, potential detection, development and communication) and
ensuring that staff exhibits required skills after training and pilot test
• Managing data systems and ensuring accurate, high quality databases; analyzing results and preparing
regular written reports on progress and findings for medical coordinator/HQ and when appropriate to
external collaborators/networks (MoH, other NGOs, etc.)
• Providing training sessions to medical teams on relevant aspects of epidemiology to enhance team
response capacity
CONTEXT SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Routine day to day monitoring of data entry in the different data capturing tools/databases like excel
sheets, BAMNI software, NKSHAY database used by the data entry operators in two sites of project
intervention in Clinic and NTEP collaborative site in M-east ward respectively to ensure accurate and
completeness of data
• To provide technical guidance and Day to Day supportive supervision of the Data entry operators of both
site clinic and Shatabdi nodal centre including regular team meetings, feedback and leave plan monitoring
• To conduct Regular meetings and Coordination with medical /paramedical data focal points(doctors,
counselors, nurses)and respective managers as needed to discuss challenges and solutions to streamline
data collection and analysis
• To co-ordinate with field supervisors of national TB programme to ensure the completeness of NIKSHAY
databases and flag any issues, gaps in discussion with epidemiology activity manager
• To participate in quarterly report compilation, provision of data for any advocacy related document
compilation as needed and to provide inputs related to epidemiological situation, monitoring trends related
to any epidemiological outbreaks and monitoring and evaluation in strategic discussions as needed
• Operational Research related: managing data systems and ensuring high quality databases. Reviewing
data collection and undertaking analysis as appropriate. Participating in defining objectives of OR along
with Epi manager, developing research protocols and methodology
• Meetings: Attending internal regular meetings with line manager, Medical activity managers, Project
medical referent and external stakeholders meeting whenever needed
REQUIREMENTS
Education:
• Masters in Public Health/ epidemiology /biostatistics
Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in same field

• Experience in data analysis through excel/STATA/SPSS/R software would be of added value
• Experience in research writing would be preferable
Knowledge:
• Experience in MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries is desirable

• Strong interpersonal and communication, time management and problem-solving skills, excellent
organizational skills
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Essential computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel & Internet)
• Excellent understanding of MSF’s principles and values
• In-depth contextual knowledge and analytical skills
• Languages: Mission and local language essential (high level command oral and written)
Competencies:
• People Management and Development L2
• Commitment to DWBI Principles L2
• Behavioural Flexibility L3
• Results and Quality Orientation L3
• Teamwork and Cooperation L3
This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the organization.
To apply for the above position:
Please clearly state which position you are applying for and send CV and letter of motivation (mandatory) to apply
for this position (with phone number) no later than 23rd August 2023. To apply fill out the Application Form , click
on the link here https://forms.gle/6FjGJmiWA9psYGcL7.In case of any technical issue or query please
reach out on : msfocb.mumbai.recruitment@gmail.com
ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

Note: DWBI values diversity and is committed to create an inclusive working environment. We welcome
applications from all qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status,
race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do not use any external
recruitment consultants.

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Vacancy Announcement

FUNCTIONAL AND HIERARCHICAL LINES

Hierarchically accountable to Epidemiology Activity Manager

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in same field

• Experience in MSF or other NGO’s in developing countries is desirable

To apply for the above position:

ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED AND INVITED FOR INTERVIEW.

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