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

PATH

Kenya
Direct experience in polio surveillance
Knowledge of afp and environmental surveillance
Experience with outbreak investigation in kenya
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance across human and animal health sectors in Kenya

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance across human and animal health sectors in Kenya.
  • The role requires strengthening national and subnational surveillance performance to meet Global Polio Eradication Initiative standards.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to coordinate diverse organizations including ministries of health and international development partners.

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PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance across human and animal health sectors in Kenya.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct experience in polio surveillance
  • Knowledge of AFP and environmental surveillance
  • Experience with outbreak investigation in Kenya
  • Familiarity with GPEI standards
  • Ability to work in complex environments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with USG-funded projects
  • Prior work in animal health or zoonotic diseases
  • Strong analytical skills with DIHS2 use
  • Experience developing surveillance tools
  • Multisectoral collaboration expertise

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
  • Minimum 5 years relevant experience in Kenya
  • Legal authorization to work in Kenya
  • English working proficiency required
  • Willingness to travel within Kenya estimated at 25%

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya

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