Research Associates for Climate Change Project

by admin | Dec 11, 2024 | Job Posts

Research Associates for Climate Change Project

We are recruiting geologists to join our research team for an innovative climate change initiative focusing on enhanced rock weathering and soil nutrient cycling. This project will contribute to climate mitigation and sustainable agriculture through cutting-edge research.

Positions Available – 2

Educational Qualification:

Master’s degree in Geology is a minimum criterion with specialization in igneous geology is preferred
PhD in Geology is highly desirable

Additional Qualifications:

A strong passion for climate science and environmental research.
Experience with GIS or similar software is an advantage.
Published research papers in relevant fields will be considered a plus.
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.

Who Can Apply:

We welcome experienced candidates, including retired geologists with relevant expertise.
Immediate joiners will be given preference.

Role Highlights:

Conduct research on enhanced rock weathering techniques.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team addressing global environmental challenges.
Contribute to impactful research in climate science and sustainable agriculture.

Location:

Kolkata, West Bengal, India. Occasional travel to project sites will be required.

CTC:

Negotiable and commensurate with the candidate’s experience and expertise.

If this sounds like your calling, please send your CV and expected CTC to recruitment.mant@gmail.com

While mailing, please use the following subject line – “Application for the post of research associate for climate change project”

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Operation Thrive

by admin | Sep 26, 2024 | News & Updates, Program Activity

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Photo of a santal tribal mother feeding her baby

Operation Thrive – An innovative community-based initiative in tribal areas of India to improve maternal and neonatal health

This project was implemented to increase the knowledge base and promote changes in social norms and behaviours pertaining to vaccination during pregnancy and the neonatal period among tribal communities in Purulia District, West Bengal, India, by proactively engaging the tribal women and girls. It focused on building their capacity in using community radio, podcasts, narrowcasts and videos produced by communities to bring about the desired changes. A series of training programmes were organised to capacitate propagators.

Educating tribal couples on Maternal health

Educating tribal couple on Maternal and Neonatal Health

This also led to the strong engagement of the tribal community in the form of discussion of the issues, problems, and solutions thereto in the village assemblies, demand for services by informing local health authorities and by persuading them to ensure the same and giving necessary space/room for health workers to provide care and propagate the health services availability. While these videos were shown in the traditional village assemblies, the community radio listening centres, installed in the 51 tribal villages, were the hubs of lively discussions and spaces for feedback from the community members.

Furthermore, audios (specially prepared for WhatsApp) and videos on ANC, institutional delivery, post-natal care, and immunization were produced for social media campaigns and regular live phone-in programmes were broadcast on maternal and child health including the importance of immunization.

In total, approximately 250,000 people were reached with the project.

The project has come up with audio and video content on maternal and child health in Santali, tribal language. This is especially relevant as there is hardly any production of similar material to generate awareness on maternal and child health including immunization among tribal people in their own language by governmental or state authorities.

Drama On Awareness During Pregnancy

Short Film On Maternal and Neonatal Health

Above are a few of the audio-visual materials we produced during the project period. You can check the complete playlist on MANT’s YouTube channel.

The project was successful in raising the issues of maternal and child health and vaccination in tribal village assemblies to resolve challenges and barriers related to antenatal and postnatal care, institutional delivery, neonatal health, and early immunisation. And for that, a strong partnership has been built with the ‘Council of the Five Elders’ Aatu-Marehar, a tribal decision-making body on the village level consisting of 5 individuals whose decisions are binding to the village population. It is hoped that the fruits of this partnership will be felt for years to come as the manifold issues relating to maternal and child health have been discussed with due importance and stress at various fora.

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250,000 People Were Reached

Educating people on maternal and child health and vaccination in tribal village assemblies to resolve challenges and barriers related to antenatal and postnatal care, institutional delivery, neonatal health, and early immunization.

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Opening for Research Officer

by admin | Jul 16, 2024 | Uncategorized

About the Post:

Under the overall guidance of and direct supervision of the Director-CPHR, the Research Officer will be responsible for data analysis, training, data visualization, and high-quality research report generation. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and the ability to interpret complex data sets to derive meaningful insights. The Research Officer will also be expected to contribute to the design and implementation of research projects, ensuring the highest standards of scientific rigour.

Apply on or before 25th July 2024.

Location:

Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Roles and responsibilities

He/She will be responsible for

Conduct thorough and detailed data analysis to support various research projects.
Clean and organize raw data for analysis.
Perform statistical analyses using tools such as R, Stata, or SPSS.
Create detailed reports and visualizations to communicate findings effectively.
Train team members on data handling and analysis techniques.
Ensure the team adheres to best practices in data management and analysis.
Write high-quality research reports contributing to the body of knowledge in public health and development.
Present findings to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

Desired Qualifications:

Education:

Master’s degree in Economics or Statistics.
PhD is desirable.

Experience:

Demonstrated experience in using R, Stata, or SPSS is required.
Candidates with prior experience handling NSSO, NFHS, or LASI datasets will be given preference. Candidates with published papers will also be preferred.
Candidates with published papers will be preferred.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in written and spoken English.

Joining: Immediately.

Salary: Negotiable

About CPHR-MANT:

The Centre for Public Health Research (CPHR) at MANT is dedicated to advancing the field of public health through rigorous research, policy analysis, and community engagement. Our mission is to generate actionable knowledge that addresses pressing public health challenges, particularly in underserved communities. We collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, non-profit organizations, academic institutions, and international bodies, to develop and implement innovative health solutions. Our work spans various domains, including epidemiology, health systems research, environmental health, and health promotion, with a strong focus on improving health outcomes and equity. CPHR is a JBI Affiliate Centre, providing doctoral training and offering international fellowship opportunities.

If you believe you are a suitable candidate, please send your bio-data along with your expected CTC to recruitment.mant@gmail.com and mark cc to mant.kolkata@gmail.com on or before 25th July 2024.

National Dissemination Meeting on Documenting the Bidi Life Cycle

by admin | Jun 24, 2024 | Uncategorized

National Dissemination Meeting on Documenting the Bidi Life Cycle

Exploring the complexities of bidi manufacturing and its effects on local communities

Join us for an insightful and impactful event as we unveil our latest findings from the study exploring the complexities of bidi manufacturing and its effects on local communities in West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh. The National Dissemination Meeting on Documenting the Bidi Life Cycle is set to be a significant gathering of renowned researchers, intellectuals, and government officials.

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Webinar Date

25th June, 2024

14:30 - 16:30 IST

at Press Club, Kolkata

Who should attend?

Academics, practitioners, policymakers, researchers and students.

Join us for an insightful and impactful event as we unveil our latest findings from the study exploring the complexities of bidi manufacturing and its effects on local communities in West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh. The National Dissemination Meeting on Documenting the Bidi Life Cycle is set to be a significant gathering of renowned researchers, intellectuals, and government officials.

Event Highlights:

Research Findings Presentation: Discover comprehensive insights into the bidi industry, from production to community impacts.
Expert Panel Discussions: Engage with leading experts discussing the socio-economic and health implications of bidi manufacturing.
Policy Implications: Hear from government officials on the steps being taken to address the issues highlighted in our research.

Speakers and Attendees:

The event will feature distinguished speakers including prominent researchers, policy-makers, and community leaders who have been at the forefront of this critical issue.

Why Attend?

Gain valuable knowledge from in-depth research on the bidi industry.
Participate in discussions that can shape future policies.
Network with key stakeholders and professionals in the field.
Contribute to meaningful dialogue on improving community health and well-being.

Be part of the conversation and help us drive change for healthier communities.

We look forward to your participation and support in making this event a success.

JBI gLOCAL Symposium Climate Change and One Health

by admin | May 29, 2024 | Events

JBI gLOCAL Symposium Climate Change And One Health

Evidence, priorities, and challenges from India and South Africa

With the increase in population, industrialization, and geopolitical problems, global changes are accelerating which damage the biodiversity, ecosystems, and migratory movements of both humankind and species in general. Rapid climate and environmental changes have led to the emergence and reemergence of infectious and noninfectious diseases.

One Health (OH) is a collaborative, multisectoral, coordinated, and transdisciplinary approach – working at the local, regional, national, and global levels – with the goal of achieving optimal health outcomes by recognizing the interconnection between people, animals, plants, and their shared environment.

The webinar is aimed at bringing academics, researchers and practitioners working on Climate Change and One Health India and South Africa and share their experiences.

The event is being organized by the two affiliate groups of JBI from India and South Africa. JBI is a global organisation promoting and supporting evidence-based decisions that improve health and health service delivery. JBI offers a unique range of solutions to access, appraise and apply the best available evidence.

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

SESSION 1

Welcome

Dr Edith Madela-Mntla, University of Pretoria, South Africa

13:30-14:00 IST

10:00-10:30 SAST

Introduction to JBI

Professor Zoe Jordan, Adelaide, Australia

SESSION 2

Chairpersons

Prof Jannie Hugo, University of Pretoria, South Africa

Dr. Nirmalya Mukherjee, JBI-CPHR, India

14:00-14:15 IST

10:30-10:45 SAST

Climate Change and One Health- Global and regional evidence

Dr. Giridara Gopal Parameswaran, AMR and One Health Expert, India

14:15-14:30 IST

10:45-11:00 SAST

Climate Change and One Health: Perspectives from South Africa

Dr Sean Patrick, University of Pretoria, South Africa

14:30-14:45 IST

11:00-11:15 SAST

Q & A led by Chairpersons

14:45-15:15 IST

11:15-11:45 SAST

TEA BREAK

SESSION 3

Chairpersons

Dr Chanchal Bhattacharya, Veterinarian, India

Dr Nontembiso Magida, University of Pretoria, South Africa

15:15-15:30 IST

11:45-12:00 SAST

Climate change lens within health systems

Dr. Rajeev Sadanandan, CEO HSTP, India

15:30-15:45 IST

12:00-12:15 SAST

ONE health best practices and lessons learnt

Dr Sean Patrick, University of Pretoria, South Africa

15:45-16:00 IST

12:15-12:30 SAST

One Health within Health System

Prof Upasona Ghosh, Indian Institute of Public Health, India

16:00-16:15 IST

12:30-12:45 SAST

Q&A by Chairpersons

16:15-16:30 IST

12:45-13:00 SAST

Vote of thanks

Dr. Paramita Bhattacharya, JBI-CPHR

SPEAKERS

Dr Edith Madela-Mntla

PhD

She works as a senior lecturer and researcher at the Department of Family Medicine, University of Pretoria, South Africa. She is also a researcher affiliated with the UP Community Oriented Primary Care Research Unit.

Prof. Zoe Jordan

Executive Director of JBI, University of Adelaide, Australia

Prof Jordan has promoted global evidence-based healthcare, engaging in various international groups and receiving the 2019 Telstra Businesswomen’s Award.

Prof Jannie Hugo

MFamMed, Head of the Department, Family Medicine, Director, UP COPC Research Unit, South Africa

He leads COPC and COSUP implementation, including mobile data systems, in collaboration with Tshwane and Gauteng Health, South Africa.

Dr. Nirmalya Mukherjee

PhD, Director of Manbhum Ananda Ashram Nityananda Trust (MANT), Kolkata, India

Dr. Mukherjee, Director of CPHR and JBI affiliate, has 23+ years in public health research, project management, and development.

Dr. Giridara Gopal Parameswaran

Senior Associate, Clinton Health Access Initiative, New Delhi, India

He is an infectious disease epidemiologist, specializes in surveillance, evaluation, and large-scale cohort studies, including COVID-19 dashboards.

Dr Sean Patrick

PhD, Senior Lecturer at the School of Health Systems and Public Health at the University of Pretoria. South Africa

With a PhD in Environmental Health, he teaches and supervises students, researching environmental issues, climate change, and One Health.

Dr. Chanchal Bhattacharya

PhD, Country Lead, USAID Transform Project at Heifer International, India

He is an expert in risk analysis, antimicrobial resistance, and disaster management, is the Country Lead for USAID Transform at Heifer International.

Dr Nontembiso Magida

PhD, Member, Ekurhuleni Clinical Research Centre (JBI affiliate) South Africa

She is a Lecturer at the University of Pretoria, specializes in inter-professional collaboration, public health, and community engagement. PhD from the University of Witwatersrand.

Dr. Rajeev Sadanandan

Founding leader and CEO of Health Systems Transformation Platform (HSTP), India

He is an ex-Health Secretary of Kerala, specializes in health systems, financing, and disease management. Commissioner on Lancet Global Health Commission.

Dr Upasona Ghosh

PhD, Associate Professor, Indian Institute of Public Health, Bhubaneswar, India

She researches climate change impacts on community health and healthcare systems, focusing on social vulnerabilities and climate resilience.

Dr. Paramita Bhattacharya

PhD, Assistant Director at CPHR (JBI affiliate centre), Kolkata, India

She specializes in health economics, financing, and research, and has received awards for her impactful economic studies.