Senior Technical Specialist – Zoonotic Diseases
Quick answer
FHI 360 is hiring a Philippines-based Senior Technical Specialist – Zoonotic Diseases to provide technical leadership and implementation support for infectious disease surveillance and outbreak response projects.
- Role
- Senior Technical Specialist – Zoonotic Diseases
- Organization
- FHI 360
- Location
- Philippines
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Senior Technical Specialist – Zoonotic Diseases will lead the implementation of field-level interventions for the STRIDES Activity in the Philippines. This role focuses on operationalizing multisectoral approaches for the prevention, detection, and response to zoonotic and emerging infectious diseases. The specialist will coordinate closely with government agencies, laboratories, and local health units to strengthen surveillance, biosafety, and outbreak response mechanisms.
What you'll do
- Operationalize multisectoral interventions for zoonotic disease prevention and response.
- Support field-based surveillance at human-animal-wildlife interfaces.
- Provide technical and operational support for zoonotic pathogen detection and laboratory systems.
- Assist in outbreak investigations and provide technical input for Rapid Response Teams.
- Deliver capacity-building activities, including mentoring and training for regional counterparts.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Veterinary Medicine, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in health project implementation.
- Proven experience working with government and partners on zoonotic disease surveillance.
- Demonstrated experience supporting laboratory-based surveillance for infectious diseases.
- Proficiency in English and Filipino/Tagalog.
- Experience with US Government-funded projects is an advantage.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive benefits package, professional development, and policies supporting work/life balance.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in the Philippines and requires at least 25% domestic travel.
Is this position remote?
The position is based in a typical office environment in the Philippines, meaning it is an in-office role rather than remote.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualifications required?
Applicants should have at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant health field, 6 years of project implementation experience, and specific experience in zoonotic disease surveillance and multisectoral coordination.
How to apply
Apply directly on FHI 360's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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