Public Health Specialist- One Health

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About the Organization

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.

Job Description

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.

Job 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

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• 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

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