Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor - Peru, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems, Epidemic Preparedness & Response

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Peru
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Epidemiological surveillance systems design
Zoonotic disease outbreak investigation
One health approach implementation
PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for its STRengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Project in Peru. The role focuses on enhancing surveillance and detection capabilities for infectious diseases and requires significant expertise in epidemiology and public health

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a subject matter expert to strengthen infectious disease detection systems across human and animal health in Peru.
  • The role involves coordinating with ministries of health and international partners to implement epidemiological and laboratory surveillance activities.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise in zoonotic diseases, outbreak control, and aligning national guidelines with global health regulations.

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PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for its STRengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Project in Peru. The role focuses on enhancing surveillance and detection capabilities for infectious diseases and requires significant expertise in epidemiology and public health.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Epidemiological surveillance systems design
  • Zoonotic disease outbreak investigation
  • One Health approach implementation
  • International Health Regulations compliance
  • Joint External Evaluation alignment

Nice-to-have

  • DIHS2 tool development experience
  • Donor report drafting and revision
  • Multisectoral collaboration leadership
  • Technical training delivery skills
  • Publication and manual development

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
  • Minimum 5 years international experience in surveillance system management
  • Legal authorization to work in Peru required
  • Fluency in both English and Spanish languages
  • Experience with US Government funded projects

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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