Surveillance Officer, Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES), Epidemic Preparedness & Response

The Surveillance Officer for the Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) project, within the Epidemic Preparedness & Response division, provides support and oversight for the day-to-day implementation of surveillance activities across numerous countries. This role focuses on the development, coordination, and implementation of surveillance activities outlined in the program workplan, specifically covering zoonotic, epidemic-, and pandemic-prone diseases, as well as outbreak investigations at various levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and oversight for the day-to-day implementation of surveillance activities across numerous countries in the STRIDES portfolio.
• Help with the development, coordination, and implementation of surveillance activities outlined in the program workplan, including epidemiological and laboratory surveillance for zoonotic, epidemic-, and pandemic-prone diseases, and outbreak investigations.
• 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 communication as needed.
• Coordinate and work with a diverse group of organizations, such as ministries of health, district health staff, and international development partner organizations across assigned geographies.
• Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining solutions, with little supervision.
• Provide input to national guidelines and normative policies, advising governments and partners on best practices in surveillance.
• Serve as a regional and country backstop for technical implementation of infectious disease surveillance activities, ensuring alignment with Joint External Evaluation (JEE) results, International Health Regulations (IHR), and other global standards.
• Participate in travel and support in-country where needed.
• Ensure timely production and dissemination of high-quality data and information, including situation reports, bulletins, and health risk assessments.
• Coordinate with technical and program staff to maintain compliance with award requirements and organizational policies.
• Support internal learning and development of infectious disease surveillance activities within PATH.
• Provide support across infectious diseases surveillance activities as directed by the Senior STRIDES Technical team.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree (or its International Equivalent) in epidemiology, public health, veterinary medicine, or a related field from a recognized institution; a veterinary public health background is preferred.
• At least 5 years of international experience applying epidemiological principles and methods in the design, implementation, and management of surveillance systems.
• At least 3 years of experience working on large USG-funded projects.
• Demonstrated experience in zoonotic diseases, surveillance systems, and outbreak investigation and control globally.
• Experience supporting national and regional infectious disease surveillance projects, including multi-country coordination.
• Experience in supporting infectious disease surveillance and global health security projects is strongly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge and practical expertise in public health issues, epidemiological principles, and surveillance systems, techniques, and procedures.
• Proven ability to foster cross-country collaboration in epidemiology, surveillance, and response.
• Ability to analyze information, identify problems, and recommend solutions or adjustments that consider a country’s individual context.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in complex environments with multiple tasks, short deadlines, and a strong emphasis on quality.
• Strong analytical skills, and experience with DHIS2 use and tool development.
• Relevant publications, presentations, and reports.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the PATH career portal through the following link: Apply to PATH.