Polio Surveillance Officer, Kenya Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project
PATH
Kenya
Direct experience in polio surveillance afp
Outbreak investigation and control in kenya
Knowledge of gpei standards and protocols
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance including Acute Flaccid Paralysis and environmental surveillance in Kenya
Job Summary
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance including Acute Flaccid Paralysis and environmental surveillance in Kenya.
The role requires strengthening national and subnational surveillance performance to meet Global Polio Eradication Initiative standards while supporting outbreak preparedness and response.
Candidates must have a Master's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience in polio surveillance or VPD surveillance within Kenya.
Matching Summary
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance including Acute Flaccid Paralysis and environmental surveillance in Kenya.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Direct experience in polio surveillance AFP
Outbreak investigation and control in Kenya
Knowledge of GPEI standards and protocols
Experience with DIHS2 and surveillance databases
Ability to work in complex multi-task environments
Nice-to-have
Prior work experience in animal health or zoonotic diseases
Experience coordinating staff across multiple projects
Strong analytical skills for data dissemination
Background in developing publications and reports
Multisectoral collaboration experience
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%