PATH is an international organization that drives transformative innovation to save lives and improve health, especially among women and children. We are seeking a Regional Infectious Disease Surveillance Advisor to provide technical leadership and oversight for the day-to-day implementation of surveillance activities in francophone Africa, with a strong focus on DRC, Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Madagascar, and Morocco.
Role Overview
The Advisor will lead the development, coordination, and implementation of surveillance activities outlined in the program workplan. This includes epidemiological and laboratory surveillance for zoonotic, epidemic-, and pandemic-prone diseases, as well as outbreak investigations at national, regional, and international levels.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and provide technical leadership for day-to-day implementation of surveillance activities in francophone Africa (DRC, Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Madagascar, and Morocco).
Lead the development, coordination, and implementation of epidemiological and laboratory surveillance for zoonotic and pandemic-prone diseases.
Provide technical oversight to country-based technical staff to ensure project activities align with work plans and meet quality standards.
Review and revise project and donor reports and draft publications and external communications.
Coordinate with diverse organizations including ministries of health, district health staff, and international development partners.
Provide expert input to national guidelines and normative policies, advising governments on best practices.
Serve as the regional lead for technical implementation, ensuring alignment with Joint External Evaluation results and International Health Regulations (IHR).
Provide technical assistance for DHIS2 system development and implementation, emphasizing capacity building and training.
Ensure timely production and dissemination of high-quality data and information, including situation reports and health risk assessments.
Support internal learning and development of infectious disease surveillance activities within PATH.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree or International Equivalent in epidemiology, public health, veterinary medicine, or a related field.
At least 5 years of international experience applying epidemiological principles in the design and management of surveillance systems.
At least 3 years of experience managing or providing technical leadership on large USG-funded projects.
Demonstrated expertise in zoonotic diseases and outbreak investigation across Francophone Africa.
Experience leading multi-country infectious disease surveillance and global health security projects.
In-depth knowledge of public health issues, epidemiological principles, and surveillance procedures.
Proven ability to foster cross-country collaboration and work independently in complex environments.
Strong analytical skills and experience with DHIS2 use and tool development.
