Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor- Kenya, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project.

PATH

Nairobi, Kenya
Epidemiological surveillance
Laboratory surveillance
Outbreak investigation
PATH seeks an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project to support and strengthen surveillance, detection and analytical capacity of infectious diseases across both human and animal health

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project to support and strengthen surveillance, detection and analytical capacity of infectious diseases across both human and animal health.
  • Responsibilities include assisting with day-to-day technical and operational aspects, supporting the development and implementation of surveillance activities, and coordinating with diverse organizations.
  • The role requires a Master's degree in a related field with at least 5 years of relevant international experience in surveillance systems, epidemiological analysis, and working on USG-funded projects.

Matching Summary

PATH seeks an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project to support and strengthen surveillance, detection and analytical capacity of infectious diseases across both human and animal health.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • epidemiological surveillance
  • laboratory surveillance
  • outbreak investigation
  • One Health
  • zoonotic diseases
  • surveillance systems
  • DIHS2 use and tool development

Nice-to-have

  • multisectoral partnerships
  • health equity
  • technical expertise
  • policy development
  • quality delivery

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or International Equivalent
  • At least 5 years of relevant international experience
  • Experience working on large USG-funded projects
  • Experience in One Health, zoonotic diseases, surveillance systems, and outbreak investigation and control in Kenya
  • English proficiency required
  • Willing to travel within Kenya up to 25%

Work Rights

Not specified

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