Introduction

The Fleming Fund (FF) is a U.K. Department of Health and Social Care programme to help low and middle-income countries fight Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). AMR poses a severe global threat, expected to cause 10 million deaths annually by 2050. With potential costs reaching $100 trillion, its impact on the global economy is significant. Fleming Fund Grants aim to tackle the AMR challenge in developing countries including Pakistan. The grants are funded by the UK Department of Health and Social Care and managed by Mott MacDonald for the country, regional and fellowship grants. Pakistan has received Fleming Fund support since 2019 in the form of two Country Grants, 9 Fellowships, and central and local procurement of equipment, reagents, and consumables. Between 2017 and the end of phase-1 of the program in March 2023, the program has provided financial support to grantees to establish and support local development of national AMR surveillance systems.

In partnership with the Fleming Fund, DAI's programme in Pakistan collaborates with the Pakistani government to strengthen systems using a “One Health” (OH) approach – a multisectoral approach to complex health problems that reaches across human health, animal health, and environment sectors. As global leaders in One Health, the DAI team helps incorporate One Health across programme interventions. DAI is helping Pakistan become a leader in combating antimicrobial resistance, and a model for better management of antimicrobials in human and animal populations. DAI and its consortium partners have successfully secured an additional round, Phase 2, of the Fleming Fund Country Grant in Pakistan which spans from January 2024 to December 2025. The Phase 2 of the FFCG programme focuses on achieving four intermediate outcomes: 1) Production of quality AMR/U/C and burden of disease data; 2) Conducting quality data analysis; 3) Sharing quality data analysis with decision-makers; and 4) Contributing to sustainable investments at both the country and global levels to counter AMR.

Position Summary
Under the overall supervision of the Provincial Program Manager KP, the Technical Assistant will be providing technical, administrative and coordination support to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Control Unit KP, established by Fleming Fund Country Grant Pakistan (FFCGP), to tackle AMR and strengthen the health systems and capacities. S/he will provide support in data management, AMR-focused research and policy development, stakeholder engagement and their capacity building. This role requires multi-tasking and effective collaboration across various functions.

Key Objectives:

Policy Development and Research:
• Develop and implement AMR-related policies and strategies.
• Conduct comprehensive research, analysis, and synthesis of AMR trends, interventions, and best practices.
• Provide technical support for AMR research studies.

Data Management and Support:
• Assist with data collection from sentinel sites in coordination with the Focal Person of KP's AMR Dashboard.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of AMR initiatives and prepare regular progress reports.

Meeting Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement:
• Organize and support the execution of AMR meetings, workshops, and events.
• Facilitate AMR Technical Working Group (TWG) and Surveillance Committee Meetings.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, international organizations, civil society, and the private sector.

Capacity Building and Advocacy:
• Provide technical guidance to healthcare workers, enhancing their AMR management capabilities.
• Represent and advocate for AMR initiatives in meetings and conferences.

Additional Responsibilities:
• Perform any other related tasks as assigned to support the AMR initiatives of FFCGP.

Requirements (Education, Experience, Skills, Languages etc.):
• At least a master’s degree in a relevant field such as public health, pharmacy, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of antimicrobial resistance, infectious diseases, public health, and related issues.
• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software applications.
• Previous experience in the Public sector, especially in AMR-project, public health, or international development is desirable.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in other languages is an asset.