The STRIDES Morocco Senior Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer 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 Senior Officer will provide technical support to relevant government counterparts on developing and strengthening infectious disease detection and surveillance systems, ensuring alignment with national priorities and international best practices. They will support the day-to-day technical implementation of surveillance-related activities, monitor progress against workplans, and ensure timely delivery of outputs. The Senior Officer will contribute to donor reports, annual workplans, and other technical deliverables, and will work closely with the project team and HQ to evaluate program effectiveness and provide technical assessment reports. The position reports directly to the STRIDES Morocco Project Director.
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).
Provides project staff with technical direction and guidance on epidemiological surveillance in line with the project's expected outcomes.
Supports technical aspects of projects including staff and partner capacity building.
Monitors and maintains project protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials, and reports related to the technical area of expertise.
Works closely with the team to ensure project implementation remains technically sound and adheres to organizational strategy and standard operating procedures.
Develops or writes technical briefs, reports, or other necessary materials to facilitate research, best practices, policies, and procedures.
Conducts analysis of project implementation to identify areas for improvement and proposes appropriate technical strategies and guidelines.
Works with national counterparts and government teams to provide technical assistance in support of national objectives, particularly related to epidemiologic surveillance for emerging infectious diseases, zoonotic diseases, and AMR.
Supports the development and implementation of cross-sectoral surveillance strategies and frameworks relevant to Morocco's health security context.
Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff.
Develops and monitors technical work plans and budgets.
Participates in client/funder meetings and drafts reports and presentations.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
In-depth knowledge of epidemiologic research and public health surveillance concepts, practices, and procedures.
Strong understanding of infectious disease detection systems, zoonotic disease surveillance, and AMR in the Moroccan and broader MENA context.
Ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
General understanding of the external environment and how it affects the industry in general and the organization, including political, legal, environmental, financial, and social influences.
Strong diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exchange information, present recommendations, and collaborate with STRIDES colleagues and peers within the organization and externally.
Ability to influence others of the benefits and importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment.
Excellent and demonstrated leadership skills.
Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in French and Arabic.