PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity, forging multisector partnerships and developing innovative solutions to the world's most pressing health challenges
Job Summary
PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity, forging multisector partnerships and developing innovative solutions to the world's most pressing health challenges.
The Regional Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor will oversee and provide technical leadership for day-to-day implementation of surveillance activities in AMEE, including epidemiological and laboratory surveillance for zoonotic, epidemic-, and pandemic-prone diseases.
Responsibilities include providing expert input to national guidelines, advising governments and partners on best practices in surveillance, and serving as the regional lead for technical implementation of infectious disease surveillance activities.
Matching Summary
PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity, forging multisector partnerships and developing innovative solutions to the world's most pressing health challenges.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
infectious disease surveillance
epidemiological principles
surveillance systems
outbreak investigation
DHIS2 system development
cross-country collaboration
Nice-to-have
health equity
multisector partnerships
advocacy
animal health collaboration
USG-funded projects
Key Requirements
Master's degree or its International Equivalent in epidemiology, public health, veterinary medicine or related field
At least 5 years of international experience in surveillance systems
At least 3 years of experience managing USG-funded projects
Demonstrated expertise in zoonotic diseases and outbreak investigation across AMEE
Experience leading national and regional infectious disease surveillance projects