Senior Technical Officer - Kano

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in public health, epidemiology, microbiology, laboratory science, health systems, or related field.
  
• Typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience in public health, laboratory systems strengthening, surveillance, or outbreak preparedness and response.
  
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
  
• Experience supporting the implementation of USG or other donor-funded health projects preferred.
  

Technical Requirements:

• Oversees implementation of all STRIDES technical activities at the state level, coordinating with government entities, local partners, and subcontractors
  
• Supports technical aspects the project, including capacity building for government and partners.
  
• Monitors and maintains STRIDES protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials and reports related to laboratory/diagnostics, surveillance, and outbreak response activities.
  

Project Design Implementation:

• Develops strategies and tools for the design and implementation of state-level technical activities (surveillance, diagnostics, outbreak response).
  
• Monitors project deliverables and reports to supervisors.
  
• Coordinates and supports the implementation of all STRIDES technical activities at the state level.
  

Quality Assurance:

• Develops in-depth knowledge of quality standards through a formalized system that documents processes, procedures, and responsibilities for achieving quality policies and objectives.
  
• Coordinates and directs activities to meet client and regulatory requirements.