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FHI 360

Nonprofit advancing equity through data-driven health

Epidemiology and Surveillance Specialist

Medical ResearchPosted on Nov 12
Full-timeSanto Domingo, Dominican RepublicDOP1.2M - DOP1.6M /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Knowledge of epidemiological research and public health surveillance concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Experience developing scopes of work and deliverables for partners and consultants.
  • Broad knowledge of quality standards.
  • Proficiency with database management software and online search tools.
  • Cultural sensitivity and understanding of political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
  • Fluency in Spanish; English proficiency is highly valued.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Ability to influence and collaborate with others.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
  • Ability to solve problems and implement corrective actions.
  • A master's degree or international equivalent in epidemiology, public health, or a health-related area relevant to the position.
  • More than six years of relevant experience in epidemiology and public health programs related to infectious disease control, health analysis, and statistics.
  • Previous work experience in a non-governmental organization, government agency, or private organization.
  • Work experience, knowledge, and practical experience applying the World Health Organization International Health Regulations and responding to outbreaks.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience in monitoring and evaluation systems in project implementation.
  • Competence in data quality assurance, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and experience implementing infectious disease surveillance methodologies, including analysis of epidemiological research data using new or existing techniques.
  • Ability to analyze current public health surveillance systems and develop and plan appropriate, innovative improvements.
  • Demonstrated experience training and mentoring staff and others.
  • Fluency in Spanish is required.
  • Ability to meet typical office demands, including extended computer and keyboard work, prolonged sitting and standing, and lifting or moving up to five pounds.
  • Ability to travel up to 40% within the country.

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall technical direction and guidance to project staff on epidemiological surveillance in line with expected results.
  • Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the project's public health epidemiology and surveillance component in coordination with other technical areas.
  • Support the design and implementation of event-based, indicator-based, and community surveillance activities for priority pathogens and antimicrobial resistance.
  • Prepare training materials, standard operating procedures, and work guides, and train epidemiologists, disease surveillance officers, project staff, and partners.
  • Oversee and maintain project protocols, instruments, datasets, manuals, training materials, and reports related to the area of technical expertise.
  • Collaborate with counterparts and country teams to provide technical assistance toward national objectives, especially strategies, policies, plans, and procedures for surveillance of priority emerging infectious and zoonotic diseases.
  • Prepare technical briefs, reports, and other materials to support research, best practices, policies, and procedures.
  • Analyze project implementation to identify improvement areas and propose appropriate technical strategies and guidelines.
  • Coordinate with the global surveillance team to promote synergies and exchange experiences within and among global health security countries.
  • Provide on-site and on-the-job technical assistance to epidemiologists and other professionals as requested as part of capacity development and continuous improvement plans.
  • Provide technical assistance to expand passive surveillance systems to active surveillance for priority diseases and improve early-warning surveillance.
  • Strengthen national expertise in health management information system platforms, including laboratory information management systems, data analysis, surveillance reporting, and visualizations aligned with evidence-based practices and international standards.
  • Support initiatives to improve real-time data reporting, data quality, data sharing, and linkage of surveillance and laboratory data.
  • Provide technical assistance to strengthen linkage of epidemiological and laboratory surveillance data, including data analysis and interpretation.
  • Collaborate with project management and technical teams to define, develop, implement, monitor, and adjust technical work plans, budgets, presentations, and reports.
  • Use evidence-based methods and best practices to implement work-plan activities.
  • Assist with implementation of technical components of the project plan.
  • Participate in meetings with clients and stakeholders and prepare reports and presentations.
  • Support the STRIDES Country Project Director in collaborating with the Ministries of Health and Agriculture and relevant national and regional institutions to design, implement, monitor, and evaluate the project.
  • Develop strategies and tools for designing and implementing epidemiological and public health surveillance components.
  • Monitor project results and report them to the STRIDES Country Project Director.
  • Lead technical project activities and subactivities and assist with implementation.
  • Identify and escalate issues to senior technical staff.
  • Provide final authorization and approval for technical portions of project design, based on direction established by technical leadership.
  • Build productive internal and external working relationships and partnerships with national and international organizations, government agencies, academic institutions, and other relevant entities.
  • Collect data for proposals through research and strategy development collaboration.
  • Prepare proposals, budgets, and work plans.
  • Participate in and represent STRIDES at meetings and forums as needed.
  • Ensure project activities align with work plans, using technical expertise to guide implementation.
  • Collaborate on donor reports and presentations.
  • Track project technical expenditures under broad supervision.
  • Establish and maintain the statement of work and budget-tracking systems for activities under the role's direction, and report to supervisors.
  • Coordinate procurement with vendors.
  • Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the project's monitoring and evaluation specialist in coordination with other technical areas.
  • Prepare reports and documents summarizing project results and analyzing datasets and technical evaluation findings.
  • Create technical content, including summary reports and presentations, related to project activities, results, and deliverables.
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of quality standards through a formal system documenting processes, procedures, and responsibilities for achieving quality policies and objectives.
  • Coordinate and direct activities to meet regulatory and client/funder requirements.
  • Manage and supervise personnel and may mentor junior staff.
  • Use a personal computer or laptop, Microsoft applications including Office 365, SharePoint, Skype, Zoom, and Teams, a mobile phone, and standard office equipment.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience developing or managing international or national programs, including U.S. programs.
  • Relevant training in epidemiology and surveillance through formal education or training programs such as advanced, intermediate, or frontline Field Epidemiology Training Programs.
  • Knowledge and experience implementing the One Health approach, including zoonotic disease management, health-system strengthening, and intersectoral collaboration.
  • Creative problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working with government officials, particularly the Ministries of Health, Agriculture, or Environment, to support strategy development, plan implementation, and decision-making.
  • Previous experience on projects funded by the U.S. Government Department of State and knowledge of its regulations and reporting requirements.
  • English proficiency.

About the Company

FHI 360

Nonprofit advancing equity through data-driven health

FHI 360 mobilizes research, resources, and relationships to advance equity, health, and well-being so people everywhere can access opportunities to lead healthy lives. A team of over 4,000 experts works in more than 60 countries, applying data-driven, locally led solutions to real-world health and development challenges. Programs are designed with local partners, guided by evidence and outcomes, and coordinated with communities, governments, and international partners. Its goal is to create a world where opportunity is within reach for all by advancing equitable health and well-being through data-driven, locally led solutions.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Durham, NC
Founded
1971

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