NPO (VPD Surveillance)
World Health Organization (WHO)
Administration
Full-time
On-site
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LocationBissau, Guinea-Bissau
SalaryCompetitive
ExperienceSenior Level
Posted Date2026-08-30
Role Overview
Lead vaccine-preventable disease (VPD) surveillance activities for the WHO Guinea-Bissau Country Office, strengthening national immunization monitoring systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate VPD surveillance and AFP/Measles case detection
- Support EPI programme monitoring and outbreak response
- Train national surveillance officers and data managers
- Produce weekly and monthly epidemiological surveillance reports
Requirements & Qualifications
- Medical degree (MD) with public health specialization
- 5+ years epidemiology or disease surveillance experience
- Experience in West Africa or similar LMIC context
- Portuguese and English/French proficiency
Compensation & Benefits
- WHO NPO compensation package
- Field assignment and housing allowances
- WHO career development pathways
Key Competencies & Keywords
Vaccine-Preventable DiseasesDisease SurveillanceEpidemiologyWHO AFRO