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