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

PATH

Peru
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Epidemiological principles application
Surveillance system design and management
Zoonotic disease outbreak investigation
** PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for its STRIDES Project in Peru, focusing on enhancing surveillance and detection systems for infectious diseases in both humans and animals. The role requires a subject matter expert to oversee technical aspects of the project, ensuring quality service delivery and collaboration with various stakeholders. **

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 surveillance activities, laboratory surveillance of zoonotic diseases, and outbreak investigations at regional and national levels.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work in complex environments with short deadlines while ensuring quality delivery of service.

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** PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for its STRIDES Project in Peru, focusing on enhancing surveillance and detection systems for infectious diseases in both humans and animals. The role requires a subject matter expert to oversee technical aspects of the project, ensuring quality service delivery and collaboration with various stakeholders. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Epidemiological principles application
  • Surveillance system design and management
  • Zoonotic disease outbreak investigation
  • One Health multisectoral collaboration
  • US Government funded project experience

Nice-to-have

  • DIHS2 tool development expertise
  • Publications and manual development
  • Strong analytical problem solving skills
  • Experience with international guidelines

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant international experience
  • Legal authorization to work in Peru required
  • English and Spanish proficiency required
  • Experience with USG funded projects

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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