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

PATH

Democratic Republic of the Congo
Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
5 years international experience in surveillance systems
Experience with usg-funded projects
PATH seeks a Surveillance Officer to strengthen infectious disease detection systems across human and animal health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a Surveillance Officer to strengthen infectious disease detection systems across human and animal health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
  • The role involves developing policies, implementing epidemiological surveillance, and coordinating outbreak investigations at regional and national levels.
  • Candidates must demonstrate expertise in One Health principles and align activities with Joint External Evaluation results and global guidelines.

Matching Summary

PATH seeks a Surveillance Officer to strengthen infectious disease detection systems across human and animal health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
  • 5 years international experience in surveillance systems
  • Experience with USG-funded projects
  • One Health and zoonotic disease expertise
  • Outbreak investigation and control skills
  • English and French language proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • DIHS2 tool development experience
  • Prior NGO or government agency work
  • Publications and manual development record
  • Experience coordinating multi-project staff
  • Knowledge of International Health Regulations

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
  • Minimum 5 years relevant international experience
  • Fluency in English and French required
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% within DRC
  • Experience with large USG-funded projects

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