We are seeking candidates who meet all of the following core requirements:
Core Requirements
Demonstrated experience in infectious disease surveillance systems
Fluency in English
Strong client-facing communication and facilitation skills
Ability to work independently in dynamic, multicultural environments
Desirable
Masters-level or higher in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field
Professional proficiency in French
Experience working with or advising Ministries of Health
Prior work with international donors such as Global Fund, Gates Foundation, USAID, WHO, or KfW
Knowledge of digital health tools (e.g., DHIS2, malaria dashboards, AI-supported surveillance platforms)
Experience living or working in/with Francophone countries
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit:
CV (max 3 pages)
Short cover letter (max 1 page) summarizing relevant experience
Daily rate in USD
We accept applications on a rolling basis and will prioritize candidates available for short-notice deployments or remote technical support. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we will not be able to contact individuals unless they are shortlisted.
Position Type: Short-term Consultant (Roster)
Location: Global, Remote
Languages Required: English required, French preferred
Application Deadline: Rolling
Start Date: Rolling / As needed
Benefits
Health insuranceRemote work optionsEquity / stock options
Additional Information
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PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world's most pressing heath challenges.
PATH's Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (MNTD) and Epidemic Preparedness and Response (EPR) program is a leader in the effort to end malaria illnesses and deaths, strengthens infectious disease surveillance systems, supports integration across sectors and disease verticals, and assists countries in addressing emerging infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance.
As part of our growing portfolio, we are building a roster of experienced consultants with technical depth in infectious disease surveillance .
Scope of Work
Selected consultants will be engaged on a project-by-project basis and may support a range of activities, including:
Strategic planning for infectious disease surveillance systems
Landscape analysis of surveillance systems and health information architecture
Designing or optimizing indicator- and event-based surveillance, outbreak detection, or response systems
Supporting governments to integrate AI or advanced analytics into health system decision-making
Developing technical reports, presentations, and operational frameworks
Capacity building and workshop facilitation in English and/or French-speaking settings
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