Provincial Technical Officer – Surveillance GHS, Tete, Mozambique

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Job Summary:

The Provincial Technical Officer – Surveillance provides technical support in the implementation of EpiC Global Health Security (GHS) surveillance activities at the provincial level, based in Tete. The position coordinates disease surveillance activities, provides coaching and mentorship to government counterparts (DPS/SPS), and ensures alignment with national health security priorities. Reports primarily to the Technical Director – Quality Improvement.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

• Technical Implementation and Coordination: Lead interventions to support DPS/SPS staff in surveillance integration, data flow mapping, and gap analysis. Coordinate multi-sectoral One Health engagements (human, animal, environmental health) and facilitate provincial Technical Working Groups (TWGs). Support preparedness/response via simulation exercises, rapid response training, and outbreak investigations.
• Capacity Strengthening and Mentorship: Mentor provincial and district surveillance staff on data management and outbreak reporting tools. Support health facilities and districts in identifying system gaps and developing local action plans. Facilitate peer learning and data feedback discussions.
• Partnership and Representation: Maintain strong working relationships with DPS, SPS, local authorities, and partners. Participate in provincial coordination platforms (Health Emergency Management Committee, IPC Committee, One Health taskforces). Provide technical updates to senior leadership.
• Reporting & Guidance: Document implementation progress, lessons learned, and challenges to inform national planning. Provide technical guidance to district technical officers, short-term consultants, surge staff, and field coordinators during outbreak responses.

Education Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Data Sciences, Epidemiology, or a related field.
• Training in outbreak investigation, emergency response, Incident Management Systems (IMS), or Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) is a strong asset.

Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in public health, epidemiology, emergency management, or a related field.
• Proven experience supporting or coordinating outbreak responses at the provincial or district level in Mozambique.
• Demonstrated experience working closely with provincial health authorities (DPS/SPS) and mentoring government staff.
• Prior experience with NGO/government agencies and USG or donor-funded health security/emergency response programs is preferred.

Applied Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Solid understanding of public health systems, disease surveillance, and health security interventions.
• Proficiency in organizing, analyzing, and interpreting health data using MS Excel and DHIS2; ability to create simple dashboards and feedback tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital reporting/emergency coordination tools.
• Willingness and ability to travel (25–50%) within Tete Province and occasionally to Maputo/other provinces.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in Portuguese (required).
• Proficiency in English (preferred).

Interested applicants must apply online through the official FHI 360 Careers Portal before the application deadline.

Job Requisition ID: Requisition – 2026201357

Job Code: TECH31018

Application Deadline: October 6, 2026

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