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 and strengthen infectious disease detection systems across Kenya

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 coordinating with diverse organizations including ministries of health and international partners to meet Global Polio Eradication Initiative standards.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to analyze information, identify problems, and recommend solutions in a complex environment with short deadlines.

Matching Summary

PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems across Kenya.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct experience in polio surveillance
  • Knowledge of AFP and environmental surveillance
  • Experience with outbreak investigation in Kenya
  • Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
  • Proficiency in DIHS2 and polio surveillance databases

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with zoonotic disease surveillance
  • Prior work in non-governmental organizations
  • Strong analytical skills for complex environments
  • Experience developing surveillance policies
  • Background in multisectoral collaborations

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
  • Minimum 5 years of 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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