Polio Surveillance Officer, Kenya Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (strides) Project

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Kenya
Direct experience in polio surveillance
Knowledge of afp and environmental surveillance
Experience with outbreak investigation in kenya
PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems across Kenya

Job Summary

  • PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems across Kenya.
  • The role requires ensuring quality delivery of service on surveillance activities while coordinating with ministries of health and international partners.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to analyze information and recommend solutions in a complex environment with short deadlines.

Matching Summary

PATH seeks a subject matter expert to lead technical support for polio surveillance and strengthen infectious disease detection systems across Kenya.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct experience in polio surveillance
  • Knowledge of AFP and environmental surveillance
  • Experience with outbreak investigation in Kenya
  • Expertise in GPEI standards compliance
  • Ability to coordinate multi-sectoral partnerships

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with DIHS2 database usage
  • Background in zoonotic disease surveillance
  • Prior work in USG-funded projects
  • Strong analytical and tool development skills
  • Experience producing situation reports

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in epidemiology or public health
  • Minimum 5 years relevant experience in Kenya
  • Legal authorization to work in Kenya
  • English working proficiency required
  • Willingness to travel within Kenya (25%)

Work Rights

Must have legal authorization to work in Kenya

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