Polio Surveillance Consultant, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project

PATH

Ethiopia
Fully remote
Polio and afp surveillance expertise
Event-based and indicator-based surveillance
Active case search in high-risk areas
PATH is seeking a Polio Surveillance Consultant for its STRIDES Project in Ethiopia to enhance surveillance systems for vaccine-preventable diseases. The role requires technical expertise and collaboration with various health entities to improve data collection and reporting

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a subject matter expert to strengthen Ethiopia's polio and vaccine-preventable disease surveillance systems under the STRIDES Project.
  • The consultant will conduct active case searches, supervise surveillance activities, and provide technical training to staff in high-risk and underserved areas.
  • This role requires close collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health, regional bureaus, and international partners to ensure data-driven public health actions.

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PATH is seeking a Polio Surveillance Consultant for its STRIDES Project in Ethiopia to enhance surveillance systems for vaccine-preventable diseases. The role requires technical expertise and collaboration with various health entities to improve data collection and reporting.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Polio and AFP surveillance expertise
  • Event-based and indicator-based surveillance
  • Active case search in high-risk areas
  • Data quality improvement and analysis
  • Training and mentoring health workers
  • Coordination with government health structures

Nice-to-have

  • Working knowledge of Amharic language
  • Experience in animal health or zoonotic diseases
  • Familiarity with DHIS2 digital tools
  • Previous work with GPEI partners
  • Ability to work in remote border settings

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or related field
  • 5+ years experience in polio/vaccine-preventable disease surveillance
  • Demonstrated experience with AFP surveillance and case investigation
  • Prior experience working within Ethiopia's public health system
  • Legal authorization to work in Ethiopia

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Ethiopia

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