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, aimed at enhancing infectious disease detection systems. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in epidemiology and surveillance, particularly in a One Health context, and will be responsible for technical aspects of project implementation and coordination. **

Job Summary

  • PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity by developing innovative solutions to pressing health challenges.
  • The role involves supporting the STRIDES project to strengthen infectious disease detection systems across human and animal health in Peru.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise in coordinating staff across multiple projects while ensuring alignment with 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. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in epidemiology and surveillance, particularly in a One Health context, and will be responsible for technical aspects of project implementation and coordination. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Epidemiological principles application
  • Surveillance system design and management
  • Zoonotic disease outbreak investigation
  • One Health approach expertise
  • US Government funded project experience
  • Spanish and English language proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • DIHS2 tool development experience
  • Publications and manual development
  • Multisectoral collaboration skills
  • Technical report drafting ability
  • Experience with International Health Regulations

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
  • Minimum 5 years international experience in surveillance
  • Legal authorization to work in Peru
  • Experience with USG funded projects
  • Proficiency in English and Spanish languages

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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