Manager/ Senior Manager (Policy Analytics)

[What the role is]The Senior Manager/Manager (Policy Analytics) will develop and oversee communicable disease policies, focusing on building a robust policy framework for managing public health crises. The role involves developing evidence-based policies, reviewing existing frameworks, and implementing strategic responses to ensure a coherent and effective approach to public health emergencies.

You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time

[What you will be working on]

Develop and implement a robust crisis policy structure, as part of CDA’s preparedness and response to public health crisis.

Develop and exercise plans for crisis policy activation, as part of CDA’s overall plans for pivoting towards crisis response.

Design and consolidate the range of policy tools and options for the prevention, control and management of infectious diseases threats during crisis.

Ensure cohesive and informed policy planning across CDA by providing guidance and support to other CDA divisions, in particular during crisis on policy requirements and objectives.

Facilitate a robust, evidence-based approach towards policy development in CDA.

Review, amend and maintain the Infectious Diseases Act to facilitate prevention, control and management of infectious diseases threats

[What we are looking for]

Minimally a recognised education in Public Health or equivalent would be an added advantage but not a must.

Work experience in public health and/or policy development is preferred.

Analytical mindset

Generally knowledgeable of local and international communicable disease control principles, or a willingness and ability to attain this and to continuously keep up to date on new developments

Good organisational skills and resourcefulness

Good inter-personal and communication (written and verbal) skills

Able to work effectively in a team and in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

Committed to his/her work

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