Technical Advisor I - Polio

FHI 360

Juba, South Sudan
Base: usd 50,000 - 65,000 annual; bonus/equity: no...
Polio surveillance expertise
Laboratory strengthening experience
Infectious disease control background
The Technical Advisor I will provide strategic leadership for the STRIDES Activity regarding polio eradication surveillance and laboratory strengthening

Job Summary

  • The Technical Advisor I will provide strategic leadership for the STRIDES Activity regarding polio eradication surveillance and laboratory strengthening.
  • This role requires ensuring alignment of activities with global guidance, national policies, and donor regulations while delivering high-quality technical assistance.
  • The position involves representing STRIDES' interests with key stakeholders including the U.S. Department of State, UNICEF, CDC, and GPEI.

Matching Summary

The Technical Advisor I will provide strategic leadership for the STRIDES Activity regarding polio eradication surveillance and laboratory strengthening.

Salary

Base: USD 50,000 - 65,000 annual; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive package mentioned

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Polio surveillance expertise
  • Laboratory strengthening experience
  • Infectious disease control background
  • GPEI norms alignment
  • Strategic technical oversight

Nice-to-have

  • Capacity strengthening mentoring
  • Tool and guidance development
  • Donor relationship management
  • Public health thought leadership
  • Cross-cultural collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Health or Life Sciences
  • 8+ years relevant program design experience
  • 5+ years public health in developing countries
  • Required experience with polio eradication programs
  • Fluent English; Juba Arabic preferred

Work Rights

South Sudanese nationals encouraged to apply

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