PATH seeks a Regional Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor to lead technical implementation of infectious disease surveillance across francophone Africa
Job Summary
PATH seeks a Regional Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor to lead technical implementation of infectious disease surveillance across francophone Africa.
The role requires overseeing epidemiological and laboratory surveillance for zoonotic, epidemic, and pandemic-prone diseases while ensuring alignment with International Health Regulations.
Candidates must possess at least five years of international experience in surveillance systems and three years managing USG-funded projects.
Matching Summary
PATH seeks a Regional Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor to lead technical implementation of infectious disease surveillance across francophone Africa.
Salary
Not specified; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Francophone language proficiency required
Epidemiological surveillance system design
Zoonotic disease outbreak investigation
DHIS2 data system implementation
International Health Regulations compliance
USG-funded project management experience
Nice-to-have
Experience in DRC, Senegal, or Cote d'Ivoire
Strong analytical problem-solving skills
Cross-country collaboration leadership
Publication and report drafting ability
Multisectoral partnership development
Key Requirements
Master's degree in epidemiology, public health, or veterinary medicine
Minimum 5 years international epidemiological experience