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

PATH

Kenya
Not specified (potentially field-based with travel within kenya)
Polio surveillance expertise in kenya
Acute flaccid paralysis (afp) surveillance
Environmental surveillance (es) implementation
PATH is seeking a Polio Surveillance Officer for the STRIDES Project in Kenya, aimed at strengthening infectious disease detection systems. The role focuses on enhancing polio surveillance activities, including Acute Flaccid Paralysis and environmental surveillance, while collaborating with various health organizations

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a subject matter expert to strengthen infectious disease detection systems across human and animal health in Kenya.
  • The role involves leading technical support for polio surveillance activities including AFP and environmental surveillance while ensuring GPEI standard compliance.
  • Candidates must coordinate with diverse organizations such as ministries of health and international partners to support outbreak preparedness and response.

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PATH is seeking a Polio Surveillance Officer for the STRIDES Project in Kenya, aimed at strengthening infectious disease detection systems. The role focuses on enhancing polio surveillance activities, including Acute Flaccid Paralysis and environmental surveillance, while collaborating with various health organizations.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Polio surveillance expertise in Kenya
  • Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance
  • Environmental surveillance (ES) implementation
  • Outbreak investigation and control
  • GPEI standards compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with USG-funded projects
  • Zoonotic disease surveillance knowledge
  • Strong analytical skills for data dissemination
  • Multisectoral collaboration experience

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
  • Minimum 5 years relevant experience in Kenya
  • Direct experience in polio surveillance systems
  • Legal authorization to work in Kenya

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya

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