Polio Surveillance Consultant, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project
PATH
Ethiopia
Fully remote
Polio surveillance expertise
Active case search experience
Event-based surveillance knowledge
PATH seeks a Polio Surveillance Consultant to strengthen Ethiopia's surveillance systems for polio and other vaccine-preventable diseases under the STRIDES Project
Job Summary
PATH seeks a Polio Surveillance Consultant to strengthen Ethiopia's surveillance systems for polio and other vaccine-preventable diseases under the STRIDES Project.
The role involves conducting active case searches, supervising surveillance activities, and mentoring staff in high-risk areas including border regions and refugee camps.
Candidates must have a Master's degree and at least 5 years of experience in public health emergency management or polio eradication work within Ethiopia.
Matching Summary
PATH seeks a Polio Surveillance Consultant to strengthen Ethiopia's surveillance systems for polio and other vaccine-preventable diseases under the STRIDES Project.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Polio surveillance expertise
Active case search experience
Event-based surveillance knowledge
Indicator-based surveillance skills
AFP case investigation protocols
Data quality improvement initiatives
Nice-to-have
Amharic language proficiency
Animal health or zoonotic experience
Digital health system familiarity
Refugee camp operational support
Multisectoral collaboration skills
Key Requirements
Master's degree in epidemiology or related field
5+ years relevant experience in polio surveillance
Demonstrated AFP surveillance and case investigation skills
Prior experience working with Ethiopia's Ministry of Health