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The TB Advisor will lead and coordinate the GFC7 tuberculosis (TB) module activities under the Global Fund-supported grant, working in close collaboration with the Sub-recipient MKUTA and the National TB and Leprosy Program (NTLP) at national and sub-national levels. This role ensures effective implementation of planned GFC7 TB interventions across supported regions, councils, health facilities, and communities.

Main Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate essential GFC7 community TB interventions in targeted regions in collaboration with the TB Sub-recipient and NTLP.
• Maintain close liaison with NTLP and other stakeholders providing TB services in the respective regions and district councils.
• Conduct regular field visits with the SSR per the monitoring/quality assurance plan to ensure quality implementation.
• Represent CSSC and the GFC7 project in national and regional technical working groups, review/consultative meetings, and ad hoc committees on TB activities.
• Facilitate and support capacity building for TB community volunteers and selected healthcare providers on TB and TB infection control in targeted councils/regions.
• Work with the project M&E team, SSR, council/regional teams, and NTLP to monitor and evaluate, analyse TB-related data, and track indicators for performance improvement.
• Lead data quality assurance, safety, analysis, and preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc reports.
• Participate in developing GFC7 work plans, supportive supervision, M&E, documentation, and operational research initiatives.
• Oversee TB testing and case-finding activities, ensuring accurate compilation and use of data to inform program decisions.
• Ensure project reports are accurate and submitted on time to the Technical Project Manager/relevant authorities per requirements and protocols.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: MD/Nurse (Bachelor’s degree) or equivalent from a recognised university (required). MPH or postgraduate training in Clinical Medicine/TB/HIV or TB infection control-related field (desired).
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in TB program implementation within donor-funded projects; at least 3 years in TB/HIV and TB infection control technical areas.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience working with national TB programs, regional health authorities, and community-based organisations; prior involvement in Global Fund-supported TB interventions is an advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of TB prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and infection control strategies.
• Community Programming: Experience in community-based TB programming, including case finding, contact tracing, and linkage to care.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Excellent coordination, stakeholder engagement, and capacity-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated leadership and ability to work collaboratively with culturally diverse partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, including report writing and presentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-sectoral teams.
• Willingness to travel frequently within project regions and adapt to field conditions.
• Digital Proficiency: Competence in data management tools and standard applications (e.g., MS Office, DHIS2, Excel, PowerPoint).

Additional Information

• Anticipated Starting Date: 1st November 2025
• Type of Position: Full-time
• Duration: 1-year contract (renewable subject to performance and funding availability)

How to Apply

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