The Gates Foundation
**Job Description: Senior Program Officer, Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs)**
**Location:** New Delhi, India
**About the Company:**
The Gates Foundation is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting poverty, disease, and inequity worldwide. We believe in creating opportunities for all individuals to lead healthy, productive lives, regardless of their circumstances. Our work is supported by a diverse team committed to our mission, reflecting the global populations we serve. The foundation offers an exceptional benefits package, including comprehensive medical coverage, generous paid time off, and retirement contributions, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.
**Experience Required:**
– **Education:** Medical degree with at least 10 years of experience; post-graduation in public health is preferred. An advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) in epidemiology, entomology, or a related field is advantageous.
– **Technical Skills:** Expertise in study design, field evaluations, and multi-country analysis within a global health context. Familiarity with vector research and surveillance, data analysis, and interpretation is essential.
– **Program Experience:** Significant experience working on NTDs, particularly in India, with knowledge of the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP) and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
– **Collaboration & Leadership:** Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and build collaborative relationships across diverse teams. Experience working with governments, NGOs, and international health organizations is required.
– **Communication:** Strong verbal and written communication skills to synthesize information for diverse audiences.
– **Travel:** Willingness to travel 25-30% domestically and internationally.
This role requires a candidate who can manage grants, conduct research, and collaborate effectively to support the foundation’s mission in eradicating NTDs in India.
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