Sobre a organização
Jhpiego is an international, non-profit health organization affiliated with Johns Hopkins University, dedicated to transforming healthcare for women and families worldwide. In Mozambique, Jhpiego supports the Ministry of Health (MISAU) in strengthening public health systems, focusing on epidemiological surveillance, preparedness, and response to public health emergencies.
Descrição da função
Job Purpose & Scope:
Jhpiego is seeking an Epidemiologist to provide technical assistance at the central and provincial levels to the Ministry of Health (MISAU) and Provincial Health Directorates, supporting the planning, implementation, and monitoring of epidemiological surveillance, preparedness, and response strategies for public health emergencies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Surveillance & Emergency Response: Support real-time surveillance and outbreak response aligned with the 7-1-7 approach and International Health Regulations.
- Health Information Systems: Promote transition from passive to active surveillance, enhance interoperability of health information systems (DHIS2, SIS-MA, e-IDSR), and integrate epidemiological and laboratory data.
- Capacity & Coordination: Update protocols, tools, and training materials; provide technical assistance to coordination groups and COESP incident managers.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Apply statistical methods, ensure data quality and timeliness, and produce technical reports and data visualizations.
Requisitos
Education:
- Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, or related fields.
- Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) completion and additional training in health information systems are strong advantages.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in public health and epidemiological surveillance.
- Proven experience in epidemic response, outbreak investigation (7-1-7 approach), zoonotic diseases, and One Health approaches.
- Proficiency in health information systems (DHIS2, ODK, Power BI) and data analysis tools.
Competencies & Skills:
- Strong descriptive epidemiology knowledge, analytical skills, and technical report writing abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, teamwork, and strong organizational commitment to deadlines.
Como candidatar-se
Interested applicants must apply online at www.jhpiego.org/careers. Applicants must submit a single document upload combining a cover letter, resume, and references.
(Note: Successful candidates will undergo a pre-employment background investigation. Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer).
Application Link Jhpiego Official Careers Portal: https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/8282/epidemiology-advisor/job?mobile=false&width=1217&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false&jan1offset=120&jun1offset=120?source=planetvagas