Jobs at FHI 360

Job Requisition ID: 2025200166

Basic Function

• The Associate Director – Laboratory Services will provide technical leadership and guidance to the Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) project’s laboratory and diagnostic components for Pandemic preparedness and response including Mpox, Lassa fever and other Global Health Security program activities.
• S/He will be responsible for leading and managing the development and implementation of strategies to strengthen national laboratory systems and diagnostic capacities.
• S/He will work closely with the project management, country-level teams and key stakeholders to ensure high level and reliable laboratory services, leading the development of guidelines and policies for laboratory diagnostic network strengthening activities and participating in technical thought leadership at the country level as relates to the Global Health Security Agenda (GHSA).

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to the laboratory and diagnostic component of the EpiC project in coordination with other technical areas.
• Provides technical expertise and support in the implementation of laboratory and diagnostic network strengthening activities (e.g., specimen referral, quality assurance, laboratory information management system, scale-up and optimization of new diagnostic tools) in areas such as antimicrobial resistance, zoonotic disease, biosafety and biosecurity, national laboratory system, and surveillance.
• Participate in technical working groups (TWG) pertaining to GHSA, such as the National laboratory Technical Working groups, Antimicrobial Resistance, Infection Prevention and Control (IPC), the One Health Platform, the SWAp and Emergency Operation Centers (EOC)
  • to fulfill national objectives and targets, primarily related to strengthening laboratory systems and diagnostic services.
• Lead the development and implementation of capacity building and continuous improvement activities in collaboration with partners and stakeholders.
• Work closely with country project management team, partners, and stakeholders to align laboratory and diagnostic activities with overall project goals.
• Prepare, analyze, and disseminate on a regular basis, reports to the Project Director – EpiC and donor on GHSA, One Health and infectious disease issues as well as EpiC project accomplishments as needed.
• Establish and maintain productive collaborative relationships with a wide range of partners and stakeholders relevant to strengthening National Lab systems including USAID, the MOH and relevant agencies, MOA, MOE, multi-lateral partners such as WHO, FAO and UNICEF, IFRC, and donors such as the World Bank, and civil society groups and local and iNGOs
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Technical Lead and Project Director

Requirements

• PhD in microbiology, molecular Biology, virology, or relevant laboratory science degree with 5-7 years relevant experience with infectious disease diagnostics and/or in laboratory systems strengthening, Pandemic preparedness and response and implementation of Global Health Security program activities.
• Master’s in public health, or similar degrees with 7-9 years relevant experience public health programming with infectious disease diagnostics and/or in laboratory systems strengthening including at least four years specialized laboratory experience in TB/HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, Mpox, Lassa fever and GHS in developing country settings.
• B.Sc. in microbiology, molecular Biology, virology, or relevant laboratory science with a minimum of 9-11 years relevant laboratory experience in infectious disease diagnostics and/or in laboratory systems strengthening with international development programs including at least four years relevant experience in TB/HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, Mpox, Lassa fever, and GHS in developing country settings.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems, international donor organizations, NGOs and CBOs is required.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes:

• Extensive knowledge of laboratory practices, diagnostic techniques, quality assurance systems, and laboratory information management systems.
• Expertise in the development and monitoring of laboratory diagnostic methodology (viral isolation, molecular or serological), standard operating procedures and study design for on-going research studies and for public health surveillance activities.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and manage laboratory strengthening initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience in capacity-building activities such as training and mentoring laboratory personnel.
• Sound knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in relation to TB/HIV/AIDS, COVID-19, Mpox, Lassa fever and GHS.
• Sensitivity to cultural differences and understanding of the political and ethical issues surrounding Global Health Security.
• Proven experience working with government agencies, particularly the Department of Health, is highly desirable to support strategy development, implementation plans, and decision-making.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel in Nigeria minimum of 25%.

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Job Requisition ID: 2025200164

Job Summary

• Under the supervision of the Technical Lead, the Technical Officer – Surveillance will provide technical and operational support to Akwa Ibom / Bauchi States for contact tracing and active case search of Mpox cases. 
• The Technical Officer (s) will also support Mpox and other emerging infectious diseases’ data gathering, analysis, and sharing among FHI 360, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the state government, and relevant partners. 
• S/he will work closely with the State Epidemiologist and State Disease Surveillance Notification Officers (DSNOs) to coordinate surveillance activities within the state and ensure alignment with national public health strategies.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the State Epidemiologist and DSNOs to strengthen Mpox surveillance systems, including contact tracing and active case search.
• Support the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data on Mpox and other emerging infectious diseases, ensuring data quality and timeliness.
• Provide technical assistance to state-level stakeholders to improve disease surveillance and reporting mechanisms.
• Facilitate coordination between FHI 360, NCDC, state agencies, and other partners to enhance data sharing and alignment of surveillance activities.
• Develop and deliver capacity-building initiatives, including training for state and local surveillance officers on Mpox and emerging infectious disease protocols.
• Assist in the development and adaptation of tools, templates, and materials for surveillance and data management.
• Monitor the implementation of Mpox surveillance activities and provide regular progress reports to the Technical Director.
• Support outbreak investigations and response activities as required, including field deployments.
• Promote adherence to infection prevention and control (IPC) measures during surveillance and contact tracing activities.
• Establish and maintain productive collaborative relationships with a wide range of partners and stakeholders, USAID, the MOH and relevant agencies, MOA, MOE, multi-lateral partners such as WHO, FAO and UNICEF, IFRC, and donors such as the World Bank, and civil society groups and local and iNGOs
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Technical Lead and Project Director

Qualifications and Requirements

• MBBS / MD / PHD in public health, or similar degrees with 1-3 years relevant experience in public health surveillance, outbreak investigation, or related fields, with at least 2 years’ experience in field epidemiology.
• B.Sc./ BA in Public Health, Epidemiology, Medical Sciences, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred with 5-7 years experience in public health surveillance, outbreak investigation, or related fields, with at least 2 years’ experience in field epidemiology.
• MSc/MA in Public Health, Epidemiology, Medical Sciences, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred with 3-5 years experience in public health surveillance, outbreak investigation, or related fields, with at least 2 years’ experience in field epidemiology
• Demonstrated experience in Mpox or other infectious disease surveillance activities.
• Familiarity with international donor organizations, Nigerian public sector health systems, and non-governmental organisations.
• Familiarity with Nigerian public sector health systems, international donor organisations, NGOs and CBOs is required.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is required.

Knowledge, Skills And Attributes

• Strong knowledge of public health principles, particularly in disease surveillance and field epidemiology.
• Familiarity with Nigeria’s public health systems and disease surveillance frameworks, including Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR).
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting tools, such as DHIS2 and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and under minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel in Nigeria minimum of 25%.