Ifakara Health Institute

📢 WEBINAR:
Identifying the right grant opportunities💡

Finding the perfect grant can make all the difference! Join the Ifakara Health Institute and Afrique Research Support Hub at the African Population and Health Research Center tomorrow for an insightful webinar on securing the ideal funding for your research.

🔗 Link: https://lnkd.in/dkhTr9u5

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from experts!

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📢 JOB:
Laboratory Scientist within the MSMT2 Project - Dar

Ifakara Health Institute invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates to fill the position of Laboratory Scientist within the Molecular Surveillance of Malaria in Tanzania Phase 2 (MSMT2) project.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, such as Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Laboratory Sciences, Medical Laboratory Science, or other relevant fields. Applicants should also have experience in genomics and practical skills in various molecular biology techniques, with at least three years of proven experience in a similar field, which is essential and critical for this post.

📌 Apply by 17:00 hrs, 15 November 2024

For more details regarding the positions and how to apply please visit our jobs page

🔗 https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-job-posts/job/262/details/
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📢JOBS:
4 positions available within the Malaria Atlas Project (MAP) East Africa (EA) Node project - Dar es Salaam

Ifakara Health Institute invites applications from qualified and experienced candidates to fill four (4) new job openings within the MAP EA Node. The workstations will be in Dar es Salaam.

Available positions:
> Senior Research Scientist - Postdoc in Geospatial Modelling (2 Posts)
> Research Scientist (Data Scientist) – (1 post)
> Administrator Officer – (1 Post)

📌Apply by November 8, 2024.

More application details are in the link below:
🔗 https://ihi.or.tz/our-job-posts/
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CDCI@20:
Looking ahead

As we wrap up the 20th anniversary celebration and step into the 3rd decade of the Chronic Diseases Clinic of Ifakara (CDCI), we are filled with gratitude and pride!

The clinic is doubling down on its commitment to supporting vulnerable groups - especially young people and women. Tackling stigma and improving treatment retention remain top priorities. 👩‍⚕️📊

This milestone event brought together partners and experts to reflect on our achievements and envision the way forward in addressing new challenges. A huge thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey! 🤝🙏🏽

Here's to another 20 years of impact! 🎉🌍

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CDCI@20:
Key achievements in HIV care

The CDCI has been providing vital healthcare to over 12,000 people living with HIV in Kilombero, Ulanga, and Malinyi districts since its founding. The One Stop Clinic, in particular, offers a comprehensive approach, integrating HIV, tuberculosis, and other services under one roof, with advanced diagnostics and a reference lab for viral load testing.

As non-communicable diseases (NCDs) rise in rural Tanzania, CDCI is broadening its scope to tackle these challenges head-on.

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CDCI@20:
Reflections on two decades of progress

During his opening remarks, Kilombero District Commissioner Dunstan Kyobya commended the Chronic Diseases Clinic of Ifakara (CDCI) for its remarkable efforts in enhancing healthcare access in Kilombero. He encouraged greater community engagement to build on this success. 🙌 💪

CDCI Clinical Research Coordinator, Maja Weisser, emphasized the significance of the clinic’s achievements over the years, stating: “This is an important moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and to explore new strategies to address the ongoing challenges faced by people living with HIV and those needing chronic care for NCDs.”

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🎉ANNIVERSARY:
Celebrating 20 yrs of HIV, chronic disease care in rural Tanzania 🇹🇿

We, at the Ifakara Health Institute, have joined the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) and other partners in celebrating 20 years of the Chronic Disease Clinic of Ifakara (CDCI)! 🙌

Since 2004, the CDCI has provided care to over 12,000 people living with HIV and continues to expand its services to address tuberculosis and non-communicable diseases in rural Tanzania.

At the anniversary event, key stakeholders discussed the clinic's achievements, such as the One Stop Clinic for HIV-infected mothers and children, and looked ahead to the challenges of integrating chronic care into rural healthcare systems.

A big thank you to our international partners, including the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) and Basel-Stadt 🤝, for their continued support. Together, we’re making a lasting impact! 💪

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HOLIDAY:
It’s Nyerere Day! 🎉

The Ifakara Health Institute sends heartfelt Nyerere Day greetings to all its staff, collaborators, partners, and Tanzanians at home and abroad.

Today, we honor Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, Father of the Nation, who played a pivotal role in uniting Tanzania. 🇹🇿 His legacy lives on!

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/566/details/
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WORKSHOP:
Field interviewers empowered to evaluate food security

🚜 From October 8-12, Ifakara Health Institute successfully trained 41 field interviewers for the project, an initiative launched in January 2024 to enhance food security for smallholder farmers across five key regions in Tanzania. 🌾

Funded by SNV Netherlands Development Organization, aims to transform agriculture and improve the livelihoods of vulnerable farming households in central-northern and southern highlands regions. 🌍💪

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/565/details/
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🚀IMMUNIZATION:
Leveraging satellite technology to boost child vaccination coverage 📡

A recent Ifakara Health Institute and World Health Organization (WHO) study highlights the importance of using geospatial data and the micro-planning tool to optimize immunization campaigns. By addressing obstacles and better targeting communities, we can ensure no child is left behind. 💉👶

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/blog/news/immunization-leveraging-satellite-technology-to-boost-child-vaccination-coverage/
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WEBINAR:
Exploring legal considerations in product development

Calling all innovators, entrepreneurs, and product developers! Join us this Friday, October 11, 2024, for an exciting webinar hosted by the Ifakara Innovation Hub. 💡

🎙️ Featuring Noreen Maghimbi, a Trademark Prosecution Associate from Extent Corporate Advisory, as she unpacks the legal considerations and compliance essentials you need to avoid legal risks during product development.

🗓️ Date: October 11, 2024
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4ethVJw

This is a MUST for anyone looking to protect their innovations and stay compliant. Don’t miss out!

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ELIMINATION:
Leveraging maps for targeted malaria interventions 🗺️

🦟🌍 Mapping the way to malaria elimination! A recent study, co-authored by Ifakara Health Institute scientists Punam Amratia & Susan Rumisha, highlights the power of high-resolution geospatial maps for targeted malaria interventions. This innovative approach is guiding Namibia’s Ministry of Health 🇳🇦 in its efforts to achieve malaria-free status by 2030! 💪📍

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/blog/news/elimination-leveraging-maps-for-targeted-malaria-interventions/
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WORKSHOP:
Stakeholders discuss improving bed net programs in Tanzania

Today, the ViALLIN project Ifakara Health Institute gathered stakeholders for a workshop, where they explored how artificial intelligence can help inspect and monitor the durability of bed nets in a faster and more accurate way. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🛏🦟

🇹🇿🔍 Participants discussed how they could combine strategies and efforts to better protect families and communities. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 🛏🦟

The session included representatives from the Ministry of Health, President's Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG), the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR), USAID, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Population Services International (PSI), Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs, and the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute. 🤝

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/564/details/
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MATERNAL HEALTH:
Reducing calcium supplement dosage for pregnant women 🤰

A recent study in Tanzania highlights the struggles pregnant women face in adhering to calcium supplementation. While many are willing to take them, concerns such as pill size and three daily doses hinder intake. 📉💊

Overcoming these challenges is vital for improving maternal health as scientists recommend integrating calcium supplementation into routine antenatal care and reducing the number of daily doses. 🌟 📊

Discover more about this study which was led by Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, the Africa Academy for Public Health (AAPH), Ifakara Health Institute, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Columbia University Medical Center, published in the Maternal & Child Nutrition journal.

>> https://ihi.or.tz/blog/news/maternal-health-scientists-recommend-reducing-calcium-supplement-dosage-for-pregnant-women/
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📚 TRAINING:
Healthcare pros equipped with clinical research skills 🚀

Empowering healthcare professionals! 📚💡This week, we held a training course on “How to Conduct Clinical Research in Routine Care Settings," in collaboration with St. Francis Regional Referral Hospital (SFRH), Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH), University of Glasgow, and Universitätsspital Basel in Ifakara.

Spanning three days, participants gained essential skills to develop, design, and implement clinical research projects. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Congratulations to all participants for enhancing their research abilities to improve patient care! 🎓 👏

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/563/details/
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POLICY:
Improving rabies vaccine supply in Tanzania 💉

Rabies still causes about 800 deaths in Tanzania every year. Kennedy Lushasi, Joel Changalucha and colleagues at the Ifakara Health Institute and partners have shared ways to improve access to life-saving Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP), a treatment given after potential rabies exposure to prevent the disease.

📄Their policy brief outlines steps to make vaccines easier to get, especially in areas that need them the most.

A rabies-free Tanzania is possible!🇹🇿 Learn more about the research by scientists at Ifakara Health Institute and the University of Glasgow, funded by the Wellcome Trust and supported by the President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Governments (PO-RALG) and local authorities. Together, we can tackle this deadly yet preventable disease. 🤝

>>https://www.ihi.or.tz/blog/news/policy-improving-rabies-vaccine-supply-in-tanzania/
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Ifakara Wraps Up Tanzania Health Summit 2024! 🌟

From October 1-3, 2024, we were honored to participate in the 11th Annual Tanzania Health Summit in Zanzibar, themed “Igniting Progress: Joining Efforts for Quality Healthcare through Public-Private Partnerships.”

We joined over 1,500 attendees in showcasing vital innovations and collaborations aimed at enhancing Tanzania's healthcare landscape. 💡🤝

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Ifakara Health Institute and NEST360 booths! 🏥✨

Looking forward to building on the relationship sparks and knowledge gained towards quality healthcare for all. 🌍❤️

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/557/details/

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WHO Regional Director for Africa-elect visits NEST360

We were honored to welcome Dr. Faustine Ndugulile to the NEST360 booth at the Tanzania Health Summit! The World Health Organization African Region Director for Africa-elect was introduced to NEST360’s cutting-edge technologies for newborns. 💡🏥

Together, we highlighted the importance of local innovations and medical equipment validation in Tanzania 🇹🇿 as key parts of our mission to save newborn lives! 👶🍼

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/560/details/
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USAID Tanzania Deputy Director visits Ifakara booth

Ifakara Health Institute had the pleasure of hosting the USAID Tanzania Deputy Mission Director at our booth during the Tanzania Health Summit. Our team highlighted some of the institute’s groundbreaking projects in malaria control, clinical trials, and health systems strengthening. 🏥🩺

The visit underscored Ifakara’s commitment to advancing public health through innovative, sustainable approaches that are making a lasting impact on communities across Tanzania 🇹🇿 in partnership with USAID.🤝

>>https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/557/details/
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Ifakara scientists pushing boundaries in public health

We’re proud of the vital work presented by Ifakara Health Institute's scientists at this year’s Tanzania Health Summit. 💡🌍 Nancy Nshatsi shared her research on the assessment of traditional practices used in climate change adaptation and malaria control, highlighting the intersection of cultural wisdom and modern health solutions.

Justina Maganga’s study on mosquito competition brings new insights into effective malaria control strategies. Sperancia Coelestine’s research focused on mosquito behavior in semi-field environments, and Esther Elisaria showcased innovative approaches to enhance maternal health services for first-time mothers. 🤰📈

Together, they are pushing the boundaries of public health research to create a healthier, more sustainable future. 🏥🩺

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/557/details/
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📢 JOB:
Human Resource Officer Intern (1 Post) - Dar

Ifakara Health Institute is seeking a qualified Human Resource Officer Intern to provide HR support and service to staff.

Applicants must hold a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

📅 Apply by 17:00hrs on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-job-posts/job/258/details/
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NEST360 shares insights to improve newborn care!

🙌 Day 2 of the Tanzania Health Summit saw the NEST360 Program team delivering impactful presentations!

Jitihada Baraka shared key insights into how healthcare providers and parents perceive CPAP treatment for newborn survival in Tanzania. 👶📈

Josephat Mutakyamilwa discussed the role of periodic mentorship in improving the quality and coverage of newborn care, while Irabi Kassim introduced a machine learning approach to forecast CPAP demand in neonatal care. 📊🏥

These presentations shed light on innovative approaches to addressing critical gaps in neonatal care in Tanzania! 🇹🇿✨

>> https://www.ihi.or.tz/our-events/560/details/
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End Malaria Council Secretary visits Ifakara booth

Ifakara Health Institute was privileged to welcome Adiel Mushi, Secretary of the End Malaria Council and African Leaders Malaria Alliance (ALMA) representative, at our booth today. 🤝🙌

Mushi engaged with our esteemed scientists, Sheikha Salum and Dr. Deborah Sumari, in discussions on the latest malaria control and prevention innovations. 🦟💡

This collaboration highlights the critical role of partnerships in accelerating the path toward malaria elimination and enhancing public health across Tanzania and beyond. 🩺 🌍

>> https://ihi.or.tz/our-events/557/details/
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📢 JOB:
Data Officer (1 post) – Ifakara

Ifakara Health Institute is seeking a skilled and experienced Data Officer to manage data according to the Kilombero and Ulanga Antiretroviral Cohort (KIULARCO) and the National AIDS Control Program, and other research databases within the Chronic Diseases Clinic of Ifakara (CDCI)/Heart and Lung Clinic.

Applicants must hold a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or Mathematics, with a solid understanding of database management tools. A minimum of 2 years of prior experience in data management is required.

📅 Apply by 17:00hrs on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.

🔗 https://ihi.or.tz/our-job-posts/job/257/details/

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Wrapping up Day 1 of “igniting progress” at the summit ✅

Day 1 at the 11th Tanzania Health Summit ✅ Thank you to everyone who stopped by the and booths! 🤩 Your energy and passion for improving newborn care keep us motivated. 💙

Exciting news: Our team will be presenting tomorrow on CPAP treatment, newborn care mentorship, and more! Don’t miss out on these insightful talks!

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