PATH
Surveillance Lead- Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection System (STRIDES)
PATH, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world's most pressing health challenges.PATH seeks a
Surveillance Lead
for the USAID-funded
Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection System (STRIDES)
global project. The purpose of the anticipated global project is to support and strengthen the surveillance, detection, and analytical capacity of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. Through STRIDES, this work will assist up to 50 counties prioritized for the Global Health Security (GHS) program of varying capacities in countries in Africa, Asia, and the Latin America/Caribbean regions to support different discrete aspects of the infectious disease detection and analytic pipeline.ResponsibilitiesLeads the day to day technical and operational aspects of projectsLead the development, coordination, and implementation of the surveillance activities in the programmatic workplan including but not limited to epidemiological surveillance, laboratory surveillance of epidemic- and pandemic-prone diseases, as well as outbreak investigation at national, regional and/or international levelsSupervises technical staff members ensuring that project activities are on track with work plans, with technical expertise informing project implementationPrepares project and donor reports and drafts publications and external communicationLeads the development / revision of best practice documentsMay be required to coordinate and work with a diverse group of organizations, such as the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), district health staff, several international and national development partner organizations, and the USAID (US Agency for International Development) mission to complete workRequired qualifications and experienceMaster's degree or its International Equivalent in Knowledge/Information in epidemiology, public health, or control of infectious diseases from a recognized institutionProject Management (PM) Certification preferred12+ years of relevant international experience in activities related to the application of epidemiological principles and methods in the design, implementation and management of surveillance systems; epidemiological analysis; training; and researchExperience in surveillance and outbreak investigation and control in developing countriesIn depth knowledge of, and practical expertise in, public health issues and trends, epidemiological theory, principles and practices and surveillance techniques, systems and proceduresKnowledge and practical expertise in the application and monitoring of implementation of International Health Regulations (IHR)Knowledge and skills in supporting cooperation among countries for health development in the areas of epidemiology, surveillance and responseAbility to analyze information, identify problems and recommend solutions or adjustments that take into account the particular situations in different countriesRelevant publications, presentations, reports, and manual/tool developmentExperience leading business development efforts in the technical areaAdditional InformationPrior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organizationInternational or Domestic (US) Program Development or Program management preferredEnglish proficiency required, French, Spanish, or Arabic highly preferredWilling to travel up to 25%Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment.PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world's most pressing health challenges.PATH seeks a
Surveillance Lead
for the USAID-funded
Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection System (STRIDES)
global project. The purpose of the anticipated global project is to support and strengthen the surveillance, detection, and analytical capacity of infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance. Through STRIDES, this work will assist up to 50 counties prioritized for the Global Health Security (GHS) program of varying capacities in countries in Africa, Asia, and the Latin America/Caribbean regions to support different discrete aspects of the infectious disease detection and analytic pipeline.ResponsibilitiesLeads the day to day technical and operational aspects of projectsLead the development, coordination, and implementation of the surveillance activities in the programmatic workplan including but not limited to epidemiological surveillance, laboratory surveillance of epidemic- and pandemic-prone diseases, as well as outbreak investigation at national, regional and/or international levelsSupervises technical staff members ensuring that project activities are on track with work plans, with technical expertise informing project implementationPrepares project and donor reports and drafts publications and external communicationLeads the development / revision of best practice documentsMay be required to coordinate and work with a diverse group of organizations, such as the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), district health staff, several international and national development partner organizations, and the USAID (US Agency for International Development) mission to complete workRequired qualifications and experienceMaster's degree or its International Equivalent in Knowledge/Information in epidemiology, public health, or control of infectious diseases from a recognized institutionProject Management (PM) Certification preferred12+ years of relevant international experience in activities related to the application of epidemiological principles and methods in the design, implementation and management of surveillance systems; epidemiological analysis; training; and researchExperience in surveillance and outbreak investigation and control in developing countriesIn depth knowledge of, and practical expertise in, public health issues and trends, epidemiological theory, principles and practices and surveillance techniques, systems and proceduresKnowledge and practical expertise in the application and monitoring of implementation of International Health Regulations (IHR)Knowledge and skills in supporting cooperation among countries for health development in the areas of epidemiology, surveillance and responseAbility to analyze information, identify problems and recommend solutions or adjustments that take into account the particular situations in different countriesRelevant publications, presentations, reports, and manual/tool developmentExperience leading business development efforts in the technical areaAdditional InformationPrior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organizationInternational or Domestic (US) Program Development or Program management preferredEnglish proficiency required, French, Spanish, or Arabic highly preferredWilling to travel up to 25%Must have legal authorization to work in the United States.PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment.PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, caste, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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