Polio Surveillance Officer, Kenya Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project
PATH
Kenya
Polio surveillance expertise
Acute flaccid paralysis (afp) surveillance
Environmental surveillance (es)
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems in Kenya
Job Summary
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems in 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.
Matching Summary
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems in Kenya.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Polio surveillance expertise
Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance
Environmental surveillance (ES)
Outbreak investigation experience
Kenya-based public health context
GPEI standards compliance
Nice-to-have
Zoonotic disease knowledge
DIHS2 database proficiency
Multisectoral collaboration skills
Report writing and publication
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