Technical Advisor - Polio

FHI 360

Base: kes 6,000,000 - 9,000,000 annually; bonus/eq...
Polio eradication technical leadership
Surveillance and laboratory strengthening
Global guidance and national policies alignment
Provide strategic and technical leadership for polio eradication-related surveillance, laboratory strengthening, and case detection within the STRIDES Activity

Job Summary

  • Provide strategic and technical leadership for polio eradication-related surveillance, laboratory strengthening, and case detection within the STRIDES Activity.
  • Ensure alignment of polio activities with global guidance, national policies, GPEI norms, and donor regulations, delivering high-quality technical assistance across participating countries.
  • Contribute to FHI 360’s technical thought leadership by developing tools, guidance, and learning products that strengthen the polio portfolio and enhance organizational visibility.

Matching Summary

Provide strategic and technical leadership for polio eradication-related surveillance, laboratory strengthening, and case detection within the STRIDES Activity.

Salary

Base: KES 6,000,000 - 9,000,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive benefits package, professional development, work/life balance support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Polio eradication technical leadership
  • Surveillance and laboratory strengthening
  • Global guidance and national policies alignment
  • Capacity strengthening and mentoring
  • Technical thought leadership development
  • Stakeholder representation and communication

Nice-to-have

  • Adaptability to evolving contexts
  • Collaborative implementation approach
  • Rigorous reporting and quality standards

Key Requirements

  • Master’s Degree or International Equivalent in Health, Life/Social Sciences, International Development, or Related Field
  • 8+ years of relevant experience in designing and evaluating applicable programs/services
  • At least five years of relevant experience in polio eradication public health
  • Experience with polio eradication programs and management of large-scale public health initiatives
  • Proficient experience in current polio eradication, surveillance, laboratory support or related program developments

Work Rights

Not specified

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