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

PATH

Lima, Peru
Onsite (full-time in lima, peru)
Infectious disease project management experience
Team leadership for development projects
Stakeholder coordination with government officials
PATH is seeking a Project Director for the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project in Lima, Peru. The role requires extensive experience in infectious disease projects, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance project outcomes

Job Summary

  • The Project Director will serve as the senior leader overseeing the STRIDES project in Peru to strengthen infectious disease detection systems.
  • This role requires leading a multidisciplinary team while managing financial aspects and ensuring high-quality project implementation from inception to completion.
  • The successful candidate must maintain open communication with global teams, donors, and government counterparts to enhance project outcomes.

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PATH is seeking a Project Director for the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project in Lima, Peru. The role requires extensive experience in infectious disease projects, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance project outcomes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infectious disease project management experience
  • Team leadership for development projects
  • Stakeholder coordination with government officials
  • Financial management of project budgets
  • Risk identification and mitigation strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with US Government funding
  • Background in non-governmental organizations
  • Technical expertise in zoonotic diseases
  • Ability to work in complex environments
  • Collaboration with regional technical staff

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
  • 12 years general experience with 10 in infectious disease
  • Legal authorization to work in Peru
  • Proven Team Leader experience on development projects
  • English and Spanish proficiency required

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Peru

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