JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE  Team Lead (Health Financing and Policy)
GRADE/BAND

SUPERVISOR’s TITLE  Country Project Director (CPD)

JOB CONTEXT AND  MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

MSH is inviting applications for the position of Team Lead, Health Financing and  Policy for a project based in Dhaka. The purpose of the project is to help  countries increase domestic financing, use key TB resources more efficiently,  build in-country technical and managerial competence and leadership, and support  policy formation and dissemination. The project also prepares local organizations  to transition into the role of primary technical assistance providers and recipients  of direct donor support, co-creating activities with national TB programs, NGOs,  civil society, private sectors, and other stakeholders. In Bangladesh, the project  focuses on supporting the government to establish government-led contracting  of TB services. 

Under the supervision of the CPD, She/He will lead the development and  execution of TB contracting activities. This includes conducting domestic financial  landscape assessments, developing opportunities for private sector engagement,  regulatory adjustment and supporting the advancement of contracting to improve  the quality and equitable access to TB services. S/he will also manage discrete  project activities, ensure deliverables, and supervise staff.
DEPARTMENT

LOCATION  Dhaka, Bangladesh

REQUIRED MINIMUM  EDUCATION

Essential: Master’s equivalent in public health, economics, international  development, or related field. 

Desirable: University degree with specialization in health economics or health  policy from a reputed institute. 

REQUIRED MINIMUM  EXPERIENCE
  • At least eight-year experience on Health Financing / Policy.
  • Expertise in financial and budget analysis.  
  • Skills in qualitative and quantitative research. 
  • Expertise in working on websites and MS Office, particularly in Excel. 
  • Experience on program and stakeholder management.

KNOWLEDGE AND  SKILLS
  • Advance knowledge of the structure, systems, and policies of the health  sector. 
  • Expertise on data analysis and producing reports.  
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. 
  • Ability to multi-task and organize ongoing projects, looking for ways to  become more efficient in completing tasks.  
  • Advance level of verbal and written language skills in English required.
  • Excellent Computer knowledge. Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and  PowerPoint and knowledge of the Google platform.

COMPETENCIES 
  • Able to work independently by managing priorities and workload within the  general schedule of work, instructions, and standardized practices.
  • Takes initiative and can start/complete tasks with basic direction.
  • Demonstrated competence in assessing priorities, managing various activities  in a time-sensitive environment, and meeting deadlines with attention to  detail and quality of deliverables. 
  • Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a complex and  fast-paced environment. 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to interact  professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants.
  • Must have proven experience supervising and mentoring technical staff. 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
This is an on-site job.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

# 
Domain 
Major Activities / Responsibilities 
Time (must  equal 100%)
1 
 Technical 
Provide technical leadership for the development and execution of  TB contracting activities. 
60%
Lead to health financing and budget analysis, conducting domestic  financial landscape assessments and regulatory adjustment. 
Prepare reports, briefs, and deliverables through coordination with  relevant staff and the donor within the stipulated timeline. 
Contribute actively to sharing and documenting knowledge,  achievements, and learnings internally and externally.
2 
 Coordination and  Communication 
Support coordination and collaboration with partners, donors, the  USAID country Mission, in-country counterparts, and stakeholders,  particularly the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) and  its departments like NTP, HEU, etc. 
15%
Ensure effective communication and coordination are established and  maintained with relevant MSH headquarters staff.
3 
 Managerial/ Administrative
Assist CPD with technical, managerial and administrative issues. 
15%
4 
 Mentoring 
Supervise and mentor staff to ensure the project activity and career  growth. 
10%

Application Link: https://msh.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/Team-Lead--Health-Financing-and-Policy--Readvertisement-_R4652?q=Team+Lead-+Health+Financing+and+Policy+(Readvertisement)

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025