Polio Surveillance Consultant, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project
PATH
Ethiopia
Fully remote
Polio and afp surveillance expertise
Event-based and indicator-based surveillance
Active case search in remote settings
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to strengthen Ethiopia's polio and vaccine-preventable disease surveillance systems through the STRIDES Project
Job Summary
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to strengthen Ethiopia's polio and vaccine-preventable disease surveillance systems through the STRIDES Project.
The consultant will conduct desk reviews, active case searches, and supervisory visits in high-risk areas including border, pastoralist, and refugee settings.
This role requires developing actionable surveillance plans, mentoring staff on data analysis, and coordinating closely with the Federal Ministry of Health and GPEI partners.
Matching Summary
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to strengthen Ethiopia's polio and vaccine-preventable disease surveillance systems through the STRIDES Project.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Polio and AFP surveillance expertise
Event-based and indicator-based surveillance
Active case search in remote settings
Data quality improvement and analysis
Training health workers on surveillance protocols
Nice-to-have
Working knowledge of Amharic language
Experience with animal health or zoonotic diseases
Familiarity with DHIS2 digital health tools
Ability to work independently in complex environments
Key Requirements
Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
5+ years experience in polio surveillance
Demonstrated experience with Ethiopia's public health system