Project Director, Peru, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems, Epidemic Preparedness & Response

PATH

Lima, Peru
Fully onsite
Infectious disease project leadership
Us government funding experience
Spanish and english proficiency
PATH is seeking a Project Director for its STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project in Lima, Peru. The role involves leading project strategy and implementation to enhance infectious disease detection and response, requiring extensive experience in public health and project management

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a Project Director to lead the STRIDES project in Peru, focusing on strengthening infectious disease detection systems across human and animal health.
  • The role requires overseeing a local team, managing financial aspects, and liaising with government officials, donors, and regional staff to ensure project quality.
  • Candidates must possess at least twelve years of professional experience, including ten years specifically in infectious disease projects within Peru.

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PATH is seeking a Project Director for its STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project in Lima, Peru. The role involves leading project strategy and implementation to enhance infectious disease detection and response, requiring extensive experience in public health and project management.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infectious disease project leadership
  • US Government funding experience
  • Spanish and English proficiency
  • Team management across disciplines
  • Risk identification and mitigation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with zoonotic diseases
  • Antimicrobial resistance expertise
  • Collaboration with government agencies
  • NGO or private sector background
  • Regional coordination capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
  • Twelve years general experience with ten in infectious disease projects
  • Ten years of experience working specifically in Peru
  • Proven Team Leader experience with US Government funding preferred
  • Legal authorization to work in Peru required
  • Willingness to travel 20% within Peru

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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