Epidemiology and Surveillance Specialist

The Epidemiology and Surveillance Specialist will provide technical support, manage staff, and monitor epidemiological surveillance strengthening activities of the USAID funded STRengthening Infectious disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Activity in Cameroon. Will provide technical support to the Ministries of Health, Agriculture, and Environment and their structural divisions on developing and/or updating infectious disease detection and surveillance strategies. Take the lead on planning and implementing activities to improve the quality and performance of epidemiology and surveillance services. Provide technical support and guidance around the issues, challenges, and strategies for improving quality affecting STRIDES. Contribute technical inputs to the annual work planning at the country level, lead in developing guidelines and policies for epidemiology and surveillance strengthening activities, participate in technical meetings, and provide thought leadership at the country level. The position will work closely with the STRIDES country and headquarters (HQ) teams by evaluating program effectiveness, oversee technical aspects, and provide technical assessment reports.