Reporting to: Program manager, Med Tech-Energy for Health
Years of Experience: 3+ years
Location: Shillong, Meghalaya
Travel: As required
Work type: Work from field/office
Working days and shifts: Monday to Saturday - 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. (Bi-weekly Saturdays holiday)
Languages spoken: Khasi, English, Hindi
Interview Process: Initial call (telephonic or google meet) followed by an in-person interview.
Start date: Immediately.
Period of contract: 1 year and extendable based on annual performance evaluation.

About Us

SELCO Foundation, a not-for-profit, engages in field-based R&D and ecosystem building for development of decentralized renewable energy solutions that alleviate poverty in urban, rural, and tribal poor areas. The organization works across verticals such as energy access, build environment, health, skill development, energy entrepreneurs and partners from various developmental sectors. Foundation seeks to inspire and implement socially, financially, and environmentally inclusive solutions by improving access to sustainable energy.

One Health Centre, Meghalaya

The One Health Centre in Meghalaya is established to foster collaboration across public health, environmental science, veterinary medicine, and data analytics to address complex health challenges at the human-animal-environment interface. This approach aligns with global efforts to prevent and mitigate zoonotic diseases, environmental hazards, and public health crises.

Objectives

  • Strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration to identify and respond to health threats.
  • Monitor and mitigate zoonotic disease transmission.
  • Enhance data-driven decision-making for health and environmental sustainability.
  • Promote knowledge sharing and capacity building in One Health practices.

Role: We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team in setting up a groundbreaking One Health Initiative in Meghalaya. This project, a collaborative effort between Selco Foundation and NHM, Meghalaya, aims to establish One Health Center in Shillong by addressing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health through a multidisciplinary approach.

The initiative will focus on various areas, including:

  • Zoonotic disease prevention and control: Identifying and addressing diseases that can spread between animals and humans, such as rabies, influenza, and emerging infectious diseases.
  • Food safety and hygiene: Promoting safe food handling practices to reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.
  • Environmental health: Addressing environmental factors that impact human health, such as water quality, air pollution, and climate change.
  • Community engagement and education: Empowering communities to take ownership of their health and adopt healthy behaviors.

By implementing these strategies, the One Health Initiative in Meghalaya aims to improve the overall health and well-being of the State's population.

Address human health concerns, oversee disease prevention strategies, and support outbreak responses within the One Health framework.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct surveillance and risk assessment for infectious and non-infectious diseases.
  • Develop and implement health policies aligned with One Health objectives.
  • Collaborate with other disciplines on health education and community outreach.
  • Review of epidemiological data and provide feedback to the Program.
  • Hands-on training of personnel in Public Health aspects
  • Undertake any other activities/tasks as assigned by the supervisors.
  • Development of Public Health Plan (prevention strategies) with respect to One Health

Essential Qualification:

  • Master’s in Public Health or Epidemiology from a recognized University
  • Broad knowledge and understanding of disease surveillance system, epidemiology and Public Health practice.

Experience:

  • At least three years’ experience in the public health or epidemiology of post-qualification.
  • Relevant experience in public health preferably in disease surveillance and outbreak investigations

    Age Limit: Below 50 years Must be agile and willing to travel throughout the State.

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