Program Officer, Cooperative Biological Engagement Program PATH
Candidates must have legal authorization to work and must currenty reside in Tanzania. Relocation and work permits will not be funded.
PATH is seeking a public health expert specialized in infectious diseases and epidemiology based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania to support the multi-agency project team working on the Cooperative Biological Engagement Program Tanzania Task Order for the U.S. Defense Threat Reduction Agency.
The key objectives of the Task Order are to assess the current disease surveillance, biological safety and security, scientific research capabilities, procedures, processes and respective Tanzania’s regulatory frameworks; and to design an enhanced disease surveillance system capable of near real time detection, diagnosis, and reporting of especially dangerous pathogen outbreaks.
Under the direction of the Senior Program Officer, and guidance from international project advisors, the Program Officer will provide the needed technical expertise to achieve the task order objectives. Specific responsibilities include:
- Assistance in the assessment of regulatory frameworks pertaining to Cooperative Biological Engagement Program mission areas.
- Coordinating the logistics for human health laboratory surveys.
- Assistance in conducting a baseline assessment of up to 65 human health laboratory laboratories in partnership with international experts; and preparation of respective reports and analyses.
- Assistance in conducting a baseline assessment of the current clinical healthcare system involved in the identification and reporting of infectious diseases, and developing a detailed report.
- Review of reports and technical materials developed by other experts and assistance with the development of a Concept of Operations of a functional and sustainable Bio Surveillance System in Tanzania.
- Development of close and effective relationships with key stakeholders at the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization, other project partners and stakeholders.
Desired Skills & Experience
Required Skills
- Deep knowledge of Tanzania public health regulatory practices and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal presentation skills in English and Kiswahili.
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office Suite, including spreadsheets and presentations.
- Availability to travel up to 25% annually.
Required Experience
Medical degree coupled with an advanced degree (PhD or MPH) in related field (e.g., public health/epidemiology). A minimum of 5 years of related work experience in Tanzania public health infectious disease programs and operations related to identification, investigation and response to disease outbreaks. At least 3 years’ experience in the Tanzania clinical health care system providing diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases.
Company Description
PATH is an international nonprofit organization that transforms global health through innovation. We take an entrepreneurial approach to developing and delivering high-impact, low-cost solutions, from lifesaving vaccines and devices to collaborative programs with communities. Through our work in more than 70 countries, PATH and our partners empower people to achieve their full potential.
For more information, please visit www.path.org.
For more information, please visit www.path.org.
Program Officer, Cooperative Biological Engagement Program PATH
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