Technical Officer Polio

FHI 360

Base: ugx 120,000,000 - 150,000,000 annually; bonu...
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Polio eradication program experience
Disease surveillance expertise
Laboratory operations knowledge
** The Technical Officer for Polio at FHI 360 will support the implementation of the STRIDES Activity related to polio eradication, focusing on surveillance, laboratory strengthening, and case detection. The role requires technical support for country teams and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure alignment with global health initiatives. **

Job Summary

  • The Technical Officer will support the implementation of the Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity with a focus on polio eradication.
  • This role requires providing technical support to regional teams for surveillance, laboratory strengthening, and case detection in alignment with global health security priorities.
  • Candidates must have at least six years of relevant experience in designing public health programs with specific expertise in polio eradication efforts.

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** The Technical Officer for Polio at FHI 360 will support the implementation of the STRIDES Activity related to polio eradication, focusing on surveillance, laboratory strengthening, and case detection. The role requires technical support for country teams and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure alignment with global health initiatives. **

Salary

Base: UGX 120,000,000 - 150,000,000 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Competitive package including professional development

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Polio eradication program experience
  • Disease surveillance expertise
  • Laboratory operations knowledge
  • Infectious disease control background
  • Technical report writing skills

Nice-to-have

  • Juba Arabic language proficiency
  • Project management certification
  • International development experience
  • Mentoring junior staff capabilities
  • Stakeholder coordination skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Health or Life Sciences
  • 6+ years of relevant program design experience
  • 3+ years in public health focusing on disease eradication
  • Prior work with polio eradication programs required
  • Fluent English communication skills

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