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 direct experience with 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 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 work with USG-funded projects
  • Proficiency in DIHS2 and surveillance databases

Nice-to-have

  • Prior work in animal health or zoonotic diseases
  • Experience developing publications and reports
  • Strong analytical skills for complex environments
  • Multisectoral collaboration experience
  • Ability to travel within Kenya

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 25% within Kenya

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya

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