Assistant Director/ Senior Manager

Assistant Director/ Senior Manager (Infection Control and Strategic Coordination) The Senior Manager/Assistant Director serves to support the Deputy Director by providing strategic oversight and performance management of the Infection Control and Outreach Office (ICON) at NCID to ensure alignment with national infection prevention and control (IPC) strategic objectives. This role is responsible for monitoring ICON's operational effectiveness, facilitating strategic coordination, overseeing relevant IPC programme initiatives, providing secretariat support for inter‑agency IPC workgroups, and supporting the Deputy Director in strategic initiatives and operational matters. What you will be working on Strategic Oversight and Performance Management Monitor and evaluate ICON's performance against established KPIs and strategic milestones. Provide strategic guidance to ensure ICON's operational activities align with NICHE's objectives and broader national IPC goals. Facilitate planning sessions, oversee budget management and funding allocation for strategic initiatives. IPC Programme Development and Multi‑Sector Coordination Lead development and implementation of comprehensive IPC initiatives, including community‑based programmes. Strengthen infection control capabilities across primary care, long‑term care, community providers, schools, workplaces and residential facilities. Coordinate with government agencies, partners and stakeholders to enhance pandemic preparedness and response. Secretariat Support Serve as secretariat for national IPC committees and workgroups, coordinate meetings, agendas and follow‑up actions, prepare briefing materials and progress reports, coordinate policy development and ensure consistent IPC standards across agencies. Stakeholder Management and Partnership Development Build relationships with MOH, regional health systems and international partners to share knowledge and capacity building. Engage with multiple government agencies to align community IPC approaches. National IPC Coordination and Capacity Building Support Deputy Director and other sub‑units in coordinating national‑level IPC efforts, capacity building programmes and policy development. Engage international stakeholders, implement quality assurance frameworks, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. What we are looking for Minimum 5–10 years progressive healthcare leadership experience, with at least 3–5 years in infection prevention and control or public health operations. Experience in performance management and strategic oversight of healthcare programmes, previous work with national health agencies preferred. Track record of managing complex stakeholder relationships and multi‑disciplinary teams, experience in inter‑agency coordination and secretariat functions highly desirable. Minimum qualification from a recognised discipline, preferably nursing, medicine, pharmacy or other healthcare fields. Strong written and verbal communication skills, experience in developing documents and reports. Analytical, decisive, communicative, self‑starter, adaptive, lifelong learner, and professional integrity. Key Competencies Required Thinking Clearly & Making Sound Judgements – analytical and critical thinking, ability to support policy recommendations. Learning & Putting Skills into Action – drive and curiosity to learn and apply new skills. Improving & Innovating – ability to seek continual improvements, innovate and experiment while managing risks. Working Effectively with Stakeholders – mobilise and rally partners towards a collective purpose. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. #J-18808-Ljbffr