Sanya Tahmina Jhora

• Mentored and supervised graduate students, providing valuable guidance for thesis work, research projects, and professional development.
• Evaluated student progress using both formative and summative assessments to provide targeted feedback for continuous improvement.
• Developed innovative teaching methods tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and success rates.
• Used different learning modes and types of technology to engage students in achieving learning outcomes.

• Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
• Determined areas of research to increase knowledge in particular field.
• Wrote research papers, reports, reviews, and summaries regarding [Area of expertise].
• Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
• Developed data collection strategies and monitored data quality for optimal research results.
• Performed research into study topics to increase knowledge and to provide valuable contributions.
• Synthesized data and wrote detailed reports to present research findings to stakeholders.
• Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions.
• Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
• Sorted data into well-organized formats and transformed into figures.
• Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to conduct comprehensive studies and generate valuable insights.
• Mentored junior researchers, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional development.
• Contributed to policy development based on evidence-based recommendations from extensive research analysis.
• Published high-impact articles in peer-reviewed journals, enhancing the reputation of the organization.
• Identified sources of funding to prepare research proposals and submit funding applications.
• Developed strong relationships with stakeholders by effectively communicating complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
• Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying key trends and patterns relevant to research objectives.
• Applied ethical considerations throughout all stages of the research process, safeguarding participant welfare and data integrity.

Research Title: Political Economic Analysis for AMR Containment Advocacy in Bangladesh: Phase II.

Job Description:

• finalise the national and sector specific surveillance strategy, with detailed workplan for the implementation phase
• strengthen the multisectoral governance of AMR, AMC and AMU surveillance, with a one health approach
• strengthen AMR surveillance system in the human health sector
• strengthen AMR surveillance in terrestrial animals
• strengthen AMR surveillance in the aquatic sector.
• strengthen AMC and AMU surveillance in human, animal and aquaculture sectors

1. To implement ‘Toddler biometric Project with EPI’- funded by GAVI and consultant of Simprint Technology Limited.

2. Maintained and built positive client relationships.

Research Title: Development of an Inventory on AMR containment interventions supported by different stakeholders, implementation gap identified with NAP- JEE benchmark and recommendations.

Job Description:

1. Develop an inventory of AMR interventions to ) to contain AMR supported by different stakeholders

2. Review the IHR benchmark actions

3. Identify the program gaps to implement NAP

4. Identify the activities to achieve advanced benchmark levels

5. Develop recommendations to address the gaps

Research Title: Development of a costed operational plan of the updated NAP-ARC 2021-2026.

Job Description:

1. To conduct a mapping to identify partners’ niches

2. To review stakeholder resources available to support NAP implementation

3. To review the budget specifically designated for the NAP-ARC across the stakeholders.

4. To calculate the detail cost of each ARC related activity.

5. To develop the draft costed NAP-ARC.

Lead Consultant to update the National Strategy and National Action Plan (NSP and NAP) of Antimicrobial Containment Program of Bangladesh

Job description:

· Update the National Strategy and National Action Plan of

Antimicrobial resistant contain Program (2021-2026)

· Developed expertise and knowledge for consistent delivery of

outstanding quality services.

· Assisted team members and stakeholders to update the

document.

· Employed excellent time-management skills to maximise task

completion and reduce errors.

Research Title:

Political Economy Analysis for AMR advocacy in Bangladesh.

Job Description:

To identify stakeholder resources available to support implementation of the National Action Plan for AMR Containment (NAP),

To identify key stakeholders for AMR containment (ARC) advocacy,

To identify factors that could influence the sustainability of AMR containment activities.

To identify key issues and messages that may be considered for developing an AMR advocacy strategy, tools and communication materials.

To manage all the components of Communicable Disease Control (CDC) OP as well as to collaborate with other national and International organisations.

Prof. Sanya Tahmina actively led the development of the National strategy for AMR containment with multisectoral approach which has been endorsed by the National steering committee headed by honourable Minister, MoHFW. Later on National action plan and road map to achieve the strategy has been developed which has been approved by the National technical committee. GARP Bangladesh was launched in 2016 and Prof. Tahmina was the Chairperson of the GARP-B. Under her supervision, ‘the situation analysis and recommendation on Antibiotic resistance' has been done and disseminated in 2018. Bangladesh shares the AMR data in WHO-GLASS platform since 2019. She was actively involved in the Fleming Fund project introduction in Bangladesh with giving important feedback to develop the RFP when she was working as the LD, CDC. During this period, she actively engaged to work with USAID MTaPS Program for mapping the Implementation status of National Action Plan for AMR. She has been working on different aspects of AMR in collaboration with CDC, DGHS and different development partners namely Fleming Fund Country Grant, Bangladesh and USAID-MTaPS

To oversee the future planning of national health systems and services and the ongoing health development activities which includes both revenue and development projects. The development projects includes the projects of Operational plans (OPs) and DPPs.

Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.

Worked closely with other ministries, departments and Development partners to guide operational strategy.

Development of the ‘National Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19' (NPRP).

She played important role to coordinate between the Government Leads and the UN Pillar leads during this pandemic period.

She was the lead to integrate the NPRP and CPRP to develop a one single document for combating of COVID-19 in Bangladesh which is named as ‘Bangladesh Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19' (BPRP). She coordinated and managed all activities for the project.Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Academic and Administrative

Prof. Sanya spent twenty-one years as faculty of Microbiology at different medical Colleges from lecturer to Professor and Head of Department. She is a devoted and successful academician.

She guided the undergraduate MBBS and BDS students

as well as Postgraduate courses. She was the member of ethical clearance committee of SSMC . She was the supervisor of M. Phil Microbiology thesis of postgraduate students. She regularly take part in conducting examination of under and postgraduate students.