Direct government surveillance system coordination
PATH is seeking a City Lead to provide overall leadership for the urban disease surveillance strengthening programme in Patna
Job Summary
PATH is seeking a City Lead to provide overall leadership for the urban disease surveillance strengthening programme in Patna.
The role requires bridging the One Health concept by coordinating across human, animal, and environmental health domains with key government units.
Candidates must have deep expertise in IHIP operations, outbreak investigation, and managing multisectoral partnerships to ensure data-driven public health responses.
Matching Summary
PATH is seeking a City Lead to provide overall leadership for the urban disease surveillance strengthening programme in Patna.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
5-7 years disease surveillance experience
MBBS/BDS/BAMS/BHMS/BVSc with MPH or DPH
Direct government surveillance system coordination
Stakeholder engagement with MSU/DSU/ULBs
One Health concept implementation expertise
Nice-to-have
Experience working in Bihar urban settings
Familiarity with NHM financial guidelines
Past INGO or health systems strengthening work
Integration with Smart City digital platforms
Collaboration with academic institutions like BASU
Key Requirements
Master's in Public Health or Epidemiology required
5-7 years progressive experience in epidemiology
Direct experience leading government surveillance systems