Surveillance Officer
Quick answer
PATH is hiring a Surveillance Officer as an individual consultant to support the STRIDES Project in Senegal, focusing on developing surveillance manuals and SOPs, conducting tabletop exercises, and facilitating after-action reviews. The role requires advanced degrees and extensive experience in disease surveillance systems.
- Role
- Surveillance Officer
- Organization
- PATH
- Location
- Senegal (remote or in-country based on project needs)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
PATH is seeking a Surveillance Officer as an individual consultant to support the STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Project in Senegal, focusing on developing surveillance manuals and SOPs, conducting tabletop exercises, and facilitating after-action reviews.
What you'll do
- Draft a multisectoral manual for event-based, indicator-based, and community-based surveillance
- Develop standard operating procedures for surveillance activities
- Design and conduct tabletop exercises with relevant stakeholders
- Conduct after-action reviews to capture lessons learned
What it takes
- Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, veterinary public health, One Health, or a related field
- Minimum 10-15 years of professional experience in disease surveillance systems
- Experience authoring surveillance manuals, SOPs, or governance/coordination frameworks
- Familiarity with global health security standards and tools
- Experience designing and facilitating multisectoral, multi-stakeholder technical workshops
- Demonstrated experience designing and facilitating simulation exercises
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job can be remote or in-country based on project needs.
What is the compensation for this role?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Advanced degree, 10-15 years of experience in disease surveillance systems, and experience authoring manuals and SOPs.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications should be submitted by December 31 to PATH.
How to apply
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