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 multisectoral collaboration
PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for its STRIDES project in Peru, aimed at enhancing infectious disease detection systems and epidemic preparedness. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in epidemiology and public health, with a focus on surveillance systems, zoonotic diseases, and outbreak investigations

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 surveillance and outbreak investigations.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise in One Health principles and align activities with International Health Regulations and Joint External Evaluation results.

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PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for its STRIDES project in Peru, aimed at enhancing infectious disease detection systems and epidemic preparedness. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in epidemiology and public health, with a focus on surveillance systems, zoonotic diseases, and outbreak investigations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • DIHS2 tool development experience
  • Publications and manual development
  • US Government funded project background
  • Strong analytical problem solving skills
  • Experience with health risk assessments

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 English and Spanish languages
  • Prior experience with USG funded projects

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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