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

PATH

Lima, Peru
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Infectious disease project leadership
Us government funding experience
Team management across disciplines
** PATH is seeking a Project Director for the STRIDES Project in Lima, Peru, which focuses on enhancing infectious disease detection systems. The role requires extensive experience in infectious disease projects and strong leadership capabilities to oversee project implementation and collaboration with various stakeholders. **

Job Summary

  • PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity through multisector partnerships and innovative solutions.
  • The Project Director will serve as the senior leader overseeing the STRIDES project in Peru, ensuring quality implementation of infectious disease detection systems.
  • This role requires coordinating with government officials, donors, and regional staff while managing financial and technical aspects of the project.

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Match Score: 75

** PATH is seeking a Project Director for the STRIDES Project in Lima, Peru, which focuses on enhancing infectious disease detection systems. The role requires extensive experience in infectious disease projects and strong leadership capabilities to oversee project implementation and collaboration with various stakeholders. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infectious disease project leadership
  • US Government funding experience
  • Team management across disciplines
  • Spanish and English proficiency
  • Strategic planning for health equity

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with zoonotic diseases
  • Background in antimicrobial resistance
  • Collaboration with regional staff
  • Non-governmental organization background
  • Government agency partnership experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
  • 12 years general experience with 10 in infectious disease
  • Must have legal authorization to work in Peru
  • Proven Team Leader experience with USG funding preferred
  • Willingness to travel 20% within Peru

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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