Field Attendant

Job description

icddr,b's Programme on Emerging & Re-emerging Infections, under the Infectious Diseases Division, is recruiting about 25 Field Attendants (Adv#148/2026). The programme supports the Mycobacterial Disease Control (MBDC) Unit of the Directorate General of Health Services to strengthen Bangladesh's fight against tuberculosis, including increasing TB case detection, decentralising drug-resistant TB management, childhood TB, TB preventive services and private sector engagement.

The Field Attendant reports to the Programme Assistant. Posts are in Chattogram, Dhaka, Rajshahi, Rangpur and Sylhet Divisions; applicants should select one preferred division when applying, and local candidates are highly encouraged. This is a 3-month short-term contract with a possibility of extension subject to funds and performance. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for a written test/interview, and icddr,b does not charge any fee at any stage of recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TB screening, identify presumptive cases, and ensure physician evaluation and testing
• Facilitate treatment enrolment for diagnosed patients and follow up until completion
• Conduct contact investigations, screening and testing, and support TPT implementation per guidelines
• Maintain TB data, records and reporting, and coordinate with relevant project components

Requirements

• HSC passed or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant field
• Local candidates are highly encouraged
• Select one preferred Division while applying

Benefits

• Festival bonus
• Income tax paid by icddr,b
• Subsidised canteen food

Skills

• Contact Investigation
• Patient Follow-up
• Record Keeping
• TB Screening