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

PATH

Kenya
Not specified
Polio surveillance expertise
Acute flaccid paralysis (afp) surveillance
Environmental surveillance (es)
PATH is seeking a Polio Surveillance Officer for its STRIDES Project in Kenya, focused on strengthening surveillance and detection systems for infectious diseases. The role requires expertise in polio surveillance, with responsibilities including leading technical support, coordinating activities, and ensuring quality delivery of services

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems across Kenya.
  • The role requires direct experience in Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) and environmental surveillance to meet Global Polio Eradication Initiative standards.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to coordinate with diverse organizations including ministries of health and international development partners.

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PATH is seeking a Polio Surveillance Officer for its STRIDES Project in Kenya, focused on strengthening surveillance and detection systems for infectious diseases. The role requires expertise in polio surveillance, with responsibilities including leading technical support, coordinating activities, and ensuring quality delivery of services.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Polio surveillance expertise
  • Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance
  • Environmental surveillance (ES)
  • Outbreak investigation experience
  • Kenya-based public health work
  • GPEI standards compliance

Nice-to-have

  • DIHS2 database proficiency
  • Zoonotic disease knowledge
  • Multisectoral collaboration skills
  • Technical report writing
  • Rapid field deployment capability

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or related field
  • Minimum 5 years relevant experience in Kenya
  • Direct experience in polio surveillance and outbreak investigation
  • Legal authorization to work in Kenya

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya

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