Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor- Kenya, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project.

PATH

Nairobi, Kenya
Not specified (likely on-site due to the nature of the role in kenya).
Infectious disease surveillance
Epidemiological surveillance
Laboratory surveillance
PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for the STRIDES Project in Nairobi, Kenya. The role focuses on enhancing surveillance and detection systems for infectious diseases through technical expertise, collaboration with various stakeholders, and policy development

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project to support and strengthen surveillance, detection and analytical capacity of infectious diseases across both human and animal health.
  • Responsibilities include supporting the development, coordination, and implementation of surveillance activities, coordinating with diverse organizations, and serving as a technical expert on animal and human disease surveillance.
  • Required qualifications include a Master's degree in a related field, at least 5 years of international experience in surveillance systems, and experience with USG-funded projects.

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PATH is seeking an Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor for the STRIDES Project in Nairobi, Kenya. The role focuses on enhancing surveillance and detection systems for infectious diseases through technical expertise, collaboration with various stakeholders, and policy development.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • infectious disease surveillance
  • epidemiological surveillance
  • laboratory surveillance
  • outbreak investigation
  • One Health
  • zoonotic diseases

Nice-to-have

  • technical expertise informing project implementation
  • coordinating diverse organizations
  • internal learning and development

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or International Equivalent
  • 5 years of relevant international experience
  • Experience on large USG-funded projects
  • Experience in One Health, zoonotic diseases, surveillance systems, and outbreak investigation and control in Kenya
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Experience with DIHS2 use and tool development

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