Project Director, Peru, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems, Epidemic Preparedness & Response

PATH

Lima, Peru
Fully onsite
Infectious disease project experience
Team leadership in peru context
Us government funding experience preferred
PATH, a global nonprofit focused on health equity, is seeking a Project Director for the STRIDES Project in Lima, Peru. The role involves overseeing the strengthening of infectious disease detection systems and requires extensive experience in infectious disease projects, particularly in Peru

Job Summary

  • PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity by developing and scaling innovative solutions to pressing health challenges.
  • The Project Director will serve as the senior leader of the STRIDES project in Peru, overseeing all aspects of implementation and liaising with government officials and donors.
  • This role requires at least twelve years of professional experience, including ten years specifically in infectious disease projects, some of which must be in Peru.

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PATH, a global nonprofit focused on health equity, is seeking a Project Director for the STRIDES Project in Lima, Peru. The role involves overseeing the strengthening of infectious disease detection systems and requires extensive experience in infectious disease projects, particularly in Peru.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infectious disease project experience
  • Team leadership in Peru context
  • US Government funding experience preferred
  • Spanish and English proficiency required
  • Legal authorization to work in Peru

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with zoonotic diseases
  • Background in antimicrobial resistance
  • NGO or government agency background
  • Ability to work in complex environments
  • Technical expertise in laboratory diagnostics

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
  • Twelve years general experience with ten in infectious disease
  • Proven Team Leader experience with USG funding preferred
  • Must have legal authorization to work in Peru
  • English and Spanish language proficiency required

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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