Job Summary:

The STRIDES Morocco Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer I will support the implementation of epidemiology and surveillance activities under the STRIDES Morocco Activity, a U.S. Department of State-funded global health security program. This is a locally hired position based in Rabat, Morocco. The Officer will provide technical support to government counterparts on infectious disease detection and surveillance systems, ensuring alignment with national priorities and international best practices. The Officer will assist in the day-to-day implementation of surveillance-related activities, monitor progress against workplans, and support the timely delivery of outputs . The position reports directly to the Senior Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer.

Accountabilities:

Supports day-to-day implementation of country epidemiology and surveillance activities, including those related to emerging infectious diseases, zoonotic diseases, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR), under the guidance of the Senior Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer.
- Assists in providing technical support to government counterparts on developing and strengthening infectious disease detection and surveillance systems.
  - Monitors and maintains project protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials, and reports related to epidemiology and surveillance.
    - Conducts searches of published literature on evolving issues in epidemiology, infectious disease surveillance, and global health security.
      - Supports staff and partner capacity building activities, including the development and delivery of training materials.
        Contributes to the development and dissemination of technical briefs, tools, reports, and other materials to facilitate research, best practices, and procedures.
        Supports the development and implementation of cross-sectoral surveillance strategies and frameworks relevant to Morocco's health security context.
        Supports preparation of donor reports, annual workplans, and other technical deliverables.
        Participates in client/funder meetings and supports preparation of presentations and reports.
        Gathers information, data, and statistics needed to provide evidence for reports, presentations, and other documentation.
        Responds to requests and inquiries from internal and external staff.
        Identifies and raises issues to the Senior Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer.
        Performs other duties as assigned.
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        Applied Knowledge & Skills:
        Working knowledge of epidemiologic research and public health surveillance concepts, practices, and procedures.
        Familiarity with infectious disease detection systems, zoonotic disease surveillance, and AMR in the Moroccan and broader MENA context.
        Strong diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
        Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
        Articulate, professional, and able to communicate clearly and positively with clients and staff.
        Good oral and written communication skills in French and Arabic. Working knowledge of English is preferred.
        Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
        Sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
        Supervision Given/Received:
        Has no supervisory responsibility.
        Receives

Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer, Rabat