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

PATH

Peru
Epidemiological surveillance
Laboratory surveillance
Outbreak investigation
PATH seeks an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor to support and strengthen surveillance, detection, and analytical capacity of infectious diseases across human and animal health

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor to support and strengthen surveillance, detection, and analytical capacity of infectious diseases across human and animal health.
  • Responsibilities include assisting with technical and operational aspects, coordinating surveillance activities, and supporting regional technical staff.
  • The role requires a Master's degree, 5+ years of relevant international experience, and proficiency in English and Spanish, with willingness to travel within Peru.

Matching Summary

PATH seeks an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor to support and strengthen surveillance, detection, and analytical capacity of infectious diseases across human and animal health.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Epidemiological surveillance
  • Laboratory surveillance
  • Outbreak investigation
  • One Health approach
  • US Government funded projects
  • DIHS2 use and tool development

Nice-to-have

  • Cross-sectoral collaboration
  • Technical expertise
  • Policy development
  • Internal learning and development

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, veterinary medicine or related field
  • 5+ years of relevant international experience
  • Experience with US Government funded projects
  • Experience in One Health, zoonotic diseases, surveillance systems, and outbreak investigation in Peru
  • English and Spanish proficiency required
  • Legal authorization to work in Peru

Work Rights

Legal authorization to work in Peru

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