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Laboratory and Diagnostic officer

Project Background

 

The Strengthening Infections Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity, a global project led by FHI 360, is a critical addition to the U.S. government’s (USG) Global Health Security (GHS) response with its focus on improving disease detection, surveillance, data collection, analysis, and reporting systems worldwide. Too many inadequate surveillance and diagnostic systems in countries hinder their ability to rapidly and effectively prevent, detect, report, and respond to the ever-increasing threat from epidemics, pandemics, and novel infectious diseases that pose a risk to U.S. national security. Through STRIDES, by strengthening surveillance, detection, and reporting systems and driving them to meet international quality and safety standards, the United States will help achieve the goal of halting outbreaks before they spread by supporting human and animal health systems to provide quality, sustainable services.

 

Position Summary

 

The Laboratory and Diagnostics Officer provides hands-on technical implementation support for STRIDES Activity’s laboratory/diagnostic strategy to support implementation. S/He will provide technical assistance to STRIDES in-country staff, including supporting technical requirements in workplan design and quality assurance. The STRIDES Laboratory and Diagnostic Officer implements and monitors technical initiatives including the development of reports and technical materials. Working closely with the Laboratory and Diagnostic Advisor and in-country and Headquarter (HQ) STRIDES teams, S/He will support implementation by evaluating programmatic effectiveness, overseeing technical aspects, and providing technical assessment reports regarding STRIDES objective 1 (National Laboratory Systems).

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Technical Requirements:

• Provides day-to-day technical implementation support to project staff for the laboratory and diagnostic services component of the project including molecular diagnostics, genomic sequencing, AMR, quality management systems.
• Monitors and maintains project protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials, and reports related to the technical area of expertise.
• Works in close collaboration with assigned team to provide technical assistance required to fulfill project objectives and targets, primarily related to strengthening laboratory systems and diagnostic services.
• Contributes to the development and writing of technical briefs, reports, or other necessary materials to facilitate assessments, best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Supports implementation of laboratory network strengthening activities, including specimen referral, quality assurance, laboratory information management system, training across relevant GHS technical areas, including antimicrobial resistance, zoonotic diseases, biosafety/biosecurity, diagnostic networks, and surveillance.
• Supports scale-up and optimization of molecular diagnostics and genomic sequencing tools, including PCR and sequencing platforms, ensuring laboratories adhere to approved workflows, SOPs, and quality requirements.
• Supports diagnostic network and laboratory capacity assessments including the reporting of findings and recommendations and implements follow-up actions.
• Contributes to research initiatives to improve laboratory practices and diagnostic outcomes.

 

 

Project Implementation:

• Promotes adopting and integrating new diagnostic technologies, tools, and methodologies based on the country’s needs and priorities for project implementation.
• Supports development and implementation of laboratory- and diagnostic-related components of project work plans, including activity sequencing, site-level inputs, and tracking of deliverables
• Conducts analysis of project implementation to identify areas for improvement and proposes appropriate technical strategies to manage risks, overcome barriers, and advance project objectives.
• Monitors project activities, results, and deliverables and identify issues to raise to management.
• Supports integration of laboratory diagnostic data into national platforms

 

Client Support:

• Assists with the preparation and drafting of work plans, presentations, and reports for the donor and other key stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings and forums as required.

 

Project/Program Reporting:

• Supports the preparation of reports and papers summarizing project results and analyzing data sets, including technical assessment findings.
• Contributes to creating technical content (e.g., reports, presentations, manuscripts) related to project activities, results, and outcomes.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:

• Extensive working knowledge of laboratory and diagnostic-related concepts, practices, and procedures
• Broad knowledge of SOP development and biosafety/biosecurity standards.
• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English and French.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to collaborate with others.
• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.
• Problem Solving & Impact:
• Works on problems of moderate to complex scope that require review of various factors.
• Exercises good judgment in selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.
• Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff

 

Supervision Given/Received:

• Has no supervisory responsibility.
• Reports to STRIDES Country Laboratory/Diagnostics Advisor.

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in microbiology or its international equivalent in biological sciences within a clinical or diagnostic discipline or specialty.
• Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience working with infectious disease diagnostics and/or in laboratory systems strengthening.
• Demonstrated experience with training, and supervision of laboratory staff on molecular diagnostics, sequencing, QA/QC, and biosafety/biosecurity
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company.
• Prior work experience with USG-funded projects and familiarity with USG regulations and reporting requirements is preferred.
• Broad knowledge of laboratory practices, diagnostic techniques, quality assurance systems, and laboratory information management systems in human, veterinary, and/or environmental health sectors.
• Knowledge and understanding of infectious diseases, their transmission, and the application of methods and procedures to safely control infectious materials.
• Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and support laboratory strengthening initiatives.
• Proven experience working with government agencies is highly desirable to support strategy development, implementation plans, and decision-making.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English and French language is required

 

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 2.5kg.

 

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

Travel Requirements:

• 25-45%

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF 11,500,000 – 15,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines

 

This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.

 

Rapid Response Advisor

Position Summary

 

The Rapid Response Advisor oversees implementation of STRIDES emergency preparedness and response activities, directing other professional staff members and rapid response teams as needs are identified. S/he engages with STRIDES technical staff to ensure that the project’s emergency preparedness and response activities are aligned with approved workplans and that technical expertise informs project implementation. The Rapid Response Advisor prepares deliverable reports to the donor highlighting achievements across STRIDES Objective 4/emergency preparedness and response activities, including the drafting of publications and external communications. S/he leads the development / revision of best practice documents, monitors budgets, and may be required to coordinate and work with a diverse group of in-country organizations, including USG and host country government counterparts to complete work.

 

Accountabilities:

Technical Requirements:

• Oversees day-to-day implementation of emergency activities with complex scope that require evaluation of variable and rapidly evolving situations in the local region.
• Demonstrates strong judgment in developing methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria to respond to emerging infectious disease threats and confirmed outbreaks with little supervision.
• Networks with key internal and external STRIDES personnel; liaises with STRIDES Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning team to measure the Activity’s emerging response interventions against project-wide and emergency response-specific indicators.
• Provides input to STRIDES Country Project Director on national guidelines and normative policies for emergency and outbreak response; coordinates with FHI 360’s communication team to highlight the Activity’s success stories and best practices specific to emergency response interventions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Project Design Implementation:

• Leads the creation of the emergency/outbreak response of STRIDES workplans within given resource and financial constraints.
• Coordinates with STRIDES technical and programmatic staff to ensure that emergency/outbreak response activities are performed as per award requirements and consistent with FHI 360 policy, and that they contribute to meeting the 7-1-7 target.
• Defines and develops solutions for major challenges identified under STRIDES.
• Contributes to planning and making recommendations for STRIDES implementation.
• Influences design and scope of STRIDES initiatives and programs in the emergency/outbreak response technical focus area.
• Develops strategies and tools for the design and implementation of specific technical components.
• Ensures technical implementation is consistent with best practices in emergency response and meets donor contractual obligations including providing oversight and direction to other STRIDES team members.
• Coordinates with employees and consultants, on-site and in the field throughout implementation of emergency response activities in-country and/or regionally.

 

Business Development and Client/Funder Support:

• Develop strategies to grow FHI 360’s capabilities in emergency/outbreak preparedness and response.
• Participate in donor meetings and provide technical input and leadership.
• Represents STRIDES and FHI 360 to external entities at professional meetings and conferences.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with STRIDES donor, relevant USG agencies, and bilateral and other key partners and is consistently viewed as a knowledgeable resource in emergency/outbreak preparedness and response.
• Continually maintains a dialogue and technical exchange with in-country USG/interagency, host government counterparts and technical staff members from key partners throughout emergency/outbreak response.

 

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities through rapid development of emergency response workplans, plan for the successful implementation of activities, and monitor performance over the life of the response.
• In-depth functional knowledge of global health security (GHS) best practices, specifically related to emergency and outbreak response within the USG context, and maintain a detailed understanding of related interventions within FHI 360.
• General understanding of the external environment and how it affects emergency/outbreak preparedness and response across STRIDES, 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 and external partners.
• Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea of plan of action and to gain their support or commitment.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues.
• Excellent and demonstrated leadership skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication and analytical skills in French and English.

 

Problem Solving & Impact:

• Is sought out to provide advice or solutions in emergency/outbreak preparedness and response.
• Is informed about current developments in GHS and emergency/outbreak preparedness and response.
• Works under broad direction with considerable latitude for independent action.
• Specific actions are guided primarily by professional standards and expected STRIDES outcomes.
• Decisions and actions have an impact on STRIDES operations; impact on the broader organization is generally indirect.
• Problems encountered are complex and may involve unprecedented circumstances; resolution requires investigation, analysis, and review of professional/organizational standards.
• Faulty decisions or recommendations will normally result in critical delays and modifications to projects or operations, cause substantial expenditure of additional time, resources, and funds; and jeopardize future business activity.

 

Supervision Given/Received:

• Work is reviewed in terms of meeting the STRIDES objectives on time and within budget.
• Accomplishes results through STRIDES senior management and in-country teams.
• May assist in team management as necessary.
• Typically reports to the Country Project Director.

 

Education:

• Master’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Knowledge/Information Services, Communications, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences, International Development, Human Development or Related Field.
• Project Management (PM) Certification preferred.

 

Experience:

• Typically requires 8+ years of relevant experience in designing and evaluating applicable programs/services—may manage activities of lower-level staff, however, main function is individual contributor.
• Documented leadership implementing GHS-focused projects with an emphasis on emergency/outbreak preparedness and response.
• Relevant publications, presentations, reports, and manual/tool development.
• Proficient experience in current program developments in emergency/outbreak preparedness and response.
• Years of work experience that demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of the GHS space and emergency/outbreak preparedness and response best practices.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization, U.S. government agency, or private organization.
• Prior experience implementing USG-funded contracts strongly preferred.

 

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 2.5kg.

 

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

 

Travel Requirements:

• 10%-25%

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF  20,000,000 – 28,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines.

 

 

Program Officer

Position Summary

 

The STRengthening Infectious Disease DEtection Systems (STRIDES) Cameroon Program Officer will support project implementation by providing administrative assistance and program management functions to ensure that the various aspects of the STRIDES Activity in Cameroon stay on schedule and within budget. The Program Officer collects, compiles, and analyzes information relevant to project activities; S/he provides administrative and project support, contributes to project-related communication and procurement, and may monitor project budgets. S/He implements strategic communication plans (developed with/by HQ) to promote STRIDES goals, manage visibility, and disseminate STRIDES impact to stakeholders, DOS, and the public in compliance with the Branding and Marking policies. Reporting to the STRIDES Cameroon Project Director, the Program Officer supports compliance-related documentation and tracking of deliverables, coordinates with the technical team, prepares presentations, and supports other related project objectives and deliverables.

 

Accountabilities:

1. Programmatic Management Support

• Assist the STRIDES project management team in ensuring project needs and requirements are met.
• Assists the STRIDES project management in the monitoring of the activities tracker to ensure project deadlines are being achieved.
• Assists the STRIDES project management in updating budget versus actuals (BvA) monitoring tools.

• Maintain and organize all program documentation, including TORs, service notes, activity reports, procurement tracking sheets as required in the SOW.
• Support compilation of regular reports, updating project dashboards, and surveillance/laboratory performance summaries prepared by technical leads.
• Maintains distribution list for project reports.
• Sets up and maintains electronic and physical project files.

 

2. Operational Support Support

• Collaborates with the procurement team:
  • to prepare requisitions, vendor documentation, inventory lists, and distribution records for the project supplies (lab supplies, reagents, PPE, and outbreak materials).
  • to finalize travel logistics for staff deployment to the field (tickets, hotel reservations, travel advances, and trip reports).
• Supports events, trainings & workshops logistics by:
  • Organizing venues, catering, materials, printing, translation, and communication.
  • Preparing participant kits, attendance certificates, and equipment inventories.

 

3. Communication & Project Coordination

• Assists the Country Project Director in the communication and advocacy strategies to increase in-country awareness of STRIDES goals and achievements.
• Creates high-quality materials, including fact sheets, success stories, and multimedia content (photos/videos) to showcase STRIDES successes.
• Provides the Global team with inputs to update social media channels, and to ensure accurate and consistent messaging.
• Translates complex medical or scientific data into accessible, actionable health information for the public to prevent misinformation.
• Facilitates information flow within the project team to ensure alignment and consistency, this includes draft official letters, memos, and meeting minutes for internal and external circulation.
• Develop tools to assess the effectiveness of communication activities and prepare regular progress reports.

 

 

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

• Basic knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with project design.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office suite software.
• Ability to solve problems and recommend corrective action as needed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail needed to adhere to project deadlines.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English

 

Supervision Given/Received:

• Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new projects or assignments.
• Uses independent judgment in determining workflow and priorities.
• Reports to STRIDES Cameroon Project Director.

 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Civil Society, Communication and Law, Economic Development, Education, Administration, Public Health Administration, Research, Technology, and Youth or a related field.

 

Experience:

• Typically requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant experience supporting projects and/or a technical practice area (experience supporting programs in Global Health Security, One Health, surveillance or laboratory systems is an advantage).
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.
• Prior experience using Microsoft Office Suite preferred.

 

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 2.5 kg

 

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

 

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel 10% – 35%

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF 9,000,000 – 11,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines.

 

Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer

Position Summary

The Epidemiology and Surveillance Officer will provide technical support for the implementation of STRIDES Activity in Cameroon. S/He will collaborate with the Ministry of Public Health (at national and subnational levels) during the implementation of infectious disease surveillance strategies. S/He will contribute to planning and implementing activities to improve the quality and performance of epidemiology and surveillance interventions. S/He will make technical inputs to the annual work planning regarding STRIDES objective 2 (Surveillance Systems) and participate in technical meetings with relevant stakeholders at the country level.

 

Accountabilities:

 

Technical Requirements:

• Supports the implementation of technical activities to establish or strengthen event-based surveillance (EBS) and indicator-based surveillance (IBS), and community-based surveillance (CBS) for priority pathogens and antimicrobial resistance.
• Provides technical assistance to develop and implement plans to expand passive surveillance systems into active surveillance for priority diseases and to serve as an enhanced early warning surveillance system.
• Provides technical expertise in preparing training materials, standard operating procedures, and job aids and collaborates with MOH to strengthen the skills of field disease surveillance personnel.
• Works closely with national counterparts and teams to provide the technical assistance required to fulfill national objectives and targets, especially those related to epidemiologic surveillance strategies, policies, plans, and procedures for priority emerging infectious diseases, and zoonotic diseases.
• Develops technical briefs, reports, or other necessary materials to facilitate and document research, best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Assists with implementing components of the technical portions of the project plan.
• Utilizes evidence-based methods and best practices to implement work plan activities.
• Provides technical support in the development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention for projects.
• Provides support to work planning and workplan preparation and finalization.

 

Project Implementation:

• Supports the Epidemiology & Surveillance Advisor in collaborating with the ministry of public health and other relevant national and subnational structures in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of health security surveillance interventions.
• Contributes to the development of strategies and tools for the design and implementation of epidemiologic and public health surveillance components

• Works closely with the STRIDES project team to ensure activities are implemented according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

 

Client/Funder Support:

• Contributes to building productive working relationships internally and externally by fostering partnerships with national and international organizations, government agencies, and other relevant entities.
• Assists with the preparation and drafting of work plans, presentations, and reports for the donor and other key stakeholders
• Participates in meetings and forums as required

 

 

Project/Program Reporting:

• Supports preparation of regular activity reports, and other documents.
• Gathers information, data and statistics needed to provide evidence to reports, presentations, papers, and other documentation produced.
• Participates in data review for decision making.
•  Assists with creating technical content (e.g., summary reports, presentations, manuscripts) related to project activities, results, and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

 Applied Knowledge & Skills:

 

• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Basic working knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with providing technical support for technical research studies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.
•  Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent French and English.

 

Supervision Given/Received:

 

• Has no supervisory responsibility.
• Receives general instructions on routine work, detailed instructions on new assignments or projects
•  Typically reports to STRIDES Cameroon Epidemiology & Surveillance Advisor.

 

Education:

 

• Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in epidemiology, Public Health, or related field.

 

Experience:

 

• Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience of national experience working in epidemiology and public health programs related to the control of infectious diseases and health analysis.
• Prior work experience, knowledge, and practical expertise in Global Health Security.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing infectious disease surveillance methodology, including analysis of epidemiologic investigation data utilizing new methodologies or existing techniques.
• Ability to analyze current public health surveillance systems and to propose innovative and appropriate solutions for their improvement.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company.

 

Typical Physical Demands:

 

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
•  Ability to lift/move up to 2.5kg.

 

Technology to be Used:

 

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

 

Travel Requirements:

 

• Ability to travel 25% – 45%

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF  11,500,000 – 15,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines

 

 

Health Information Systems Officer

Project Background

 

The Strengthening Infections Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity, a global project led by FHI 360, is a critical addition to the U.S. government’s (USG) Global Health Security (GHS) response with its focus on improving disease detection, surveillance, data collection, analysis, and reporting systems worldwide. Too many inadequate surveillance and diagnostic systems in countries hinder their ability to rapidly and effectively prevent, detect, report, and respond to the ever-increasing threat from epidemics, pandemics, and novel infectious diseases that pose a risk to U.S. national security. Through STRIDES, by strengthening surveillance, detection, and reporting systems and driving them to meet international quality and safety standards, the United States will help achieve the goal of halting outbreaks before they spread by supporting human and animal health systems to provide quality, sustainable services.

 

Position Summary

 

Health Information Systems Officer will provide technical support to the implementation of STRIDES in Cameroon. S/He will support the STRIDES Cameroon Project in strengthening health data management, analysis, reporting, and digital health information systems. The position will contribute to improving data quality, data use, and evidence-based decision-making through effective management of health information systems, analytics, and monitoring and evaluation support.

 

 

Accountabilities:

 

Data Management and Analysis

• Collect, clean, validate, and analyze data from multiple sources, including electronic data systems, surveys, assessments and routine program reports.
• Support the development of dashboards, data visualization tools, and automated reporting systems.
• Produce regular analytical reports and provide actionable insights to support program performance.
• Support data triangulation and interpretation for decision-making.

 

Health Information Systems Strengthening

• Support the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of health information systems and digital health platforms.
• Provide technical assistance for DHIS2, COHIS, CAHIS and other health information systems.
• Facilitate system integration, troubleshooting, and adherence to national data standards and governance requirements.
• Support interoperability and digital health initiatives.

 

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning

• Assist in tracking project indicators.
• Support assessments, surveys, evaluations, and routine data review processes.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks and reporting tools.

 

Data Quality Assurance

• Support the planning and implementation of routine data quality assessments and verification exercises.
• Support the development and implementation of data quality improvement plans.

 

Capacity Building and Technical Support

• Train and mentor health workers, as well as workers of the other ministries involved in the One health approach on data management, analysis, and health information systems.
• Develop training materials, standard operating procedures, and user guides.
• Facilitate data review meetings and promote a culture of data use.

 

Reporting and Knowledge Management

• Prepare technical reports, presentations, briefs, and data summaries.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and project achievements.
• Maintain organized data repositories and support knowledge-sharing initiatives.

 

Applied Knowledge & Skills:

 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, R, and/or Python.
• Strong knowledge of DHIS2, electronic medical records, and digital health systems.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation, indicator tracking, and data quality assessments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with others.
• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.

 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Informatics, Statistics, Epidemiology, Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Master’s degree in a relevant field is an advantage.

 

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in health data management, monitoring and evaluation, health informatics, or health information systems.
• Experience supporting donor-funded health programs and working with Ministry of Health stakeholders.
• Experience with DHIS2, digital health systems, and data quality improvement initiatives.
• Experience in digital data collection using Kobo Toolbox and/or similar tools.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private organization.

 

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screens and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 2.5kg.

 

 

Technology to be Used:

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

 

Travel Requirements:

• 10% – 25%

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF  11,500,000 – 15,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines.

 

 

Senior Animal Health Officer

Project Background

The Strengthening Infections Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity, a global project led by FHI 360, is a critical addition to the U.S. government’s (USG) Global Health Security (GHS) response with its focus on improving disease detection, surveillance, data collection, analysis, and reporting systems worldwide. Too many inadequate surveillance and diagnostic systems in countries hinder their ability to rapidly and effectively prevent, detect, report, and respond to the ever-increasing threat from epidemics, pandemics, and novel infectious diseases that pose a risk to U.S. national security. Through STRIDES, by strengthening surveillance, detection, and reporting systems and driving them to meet international quality and safety standards, the United States will help achieve the goal of halting outbreaks before they spread by supporting human and animal health systems to provide quality, sustainable services.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Animal Health Officer will provide technical leadership and support for the implementation of STRIDES activities in Cameroon, with a focus on strengthening animal health and zoonotic disease surveillance through a One Health approach. S/he will collaborate with relevant ministries and government institutions at national and subnational levels, including the Ministry of Livestock, Fisheries and Animal Industries (MINEPIA), the Ministry of Forestry and Wildlife (MINFOF), and Cameroon’s National Program for the Prevention and Control of Emerging and Re-emerging Zoonoses (PNLPZER). S/he will support the implementation and monitoring of activities under STRIDES Objective 2 (Surveillance Systems) to improve the quality, performance, and coordination of epidemiological surveillance and will represent STRIDES in relevant technical meetings, working groups, and coordination forums.

 

Accountabilities:

 

Technical Requirements:

• Supports the implementation of technical activities to establish or strengthen event-based surveillance (EBS) and indicator-based surveillance (IBS), and community-based surveillance (CBS) for priority pathogens and antimicrobial resistance.
• Provides technical assistance to develop and implement plans to expand passive surveillance systems into active surveillance for priority diseases and to serve as an enhanced early warning surveillance system.
• Provides technical expertise in preparing training materials, standard operating procedures, and job aids and supports relevant ministries and government entities to strengthen the skills of field disease surveillance personnel.
• Works closely with national counterparts and teams to provide the technical assistance required to fulfill national objectives and targets, especially those related to epidemiologic surveillance strategies, policies, plans, and procedures for priority emerging infectious diseases, and zoonotic diseases.
• Develops technical briefs, reports, or other necessary materials to facilitate and document research, best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Assists with implementing components of the technical portions of the project plan.
• Utilizes evidence-based methods and best practices to implement work plan activities.
• Provides technical support in the development and dissemination of tools, materials, reports, papers, and intervention for projects.
• Provides support to work planning and workplan preparation and finalization.

 

Project Implementation:

• Supports the Epidemiology & Surveillance Advisor in collaborating with relevant ministries and government entities at national and subnational levels in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of health security surveillance interventions.
• Contributes to the development of strategies and tools for the design and implementation of epidemiologic and animal health surveillance components

• Works closely with the STRIDES project team to ensure activities are implemented according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

 

Client/Funder Support:

• Contributes to building productive working relationships internally and externally by fostering partnerships with national and international organizations, government agencies, and other relevant entities.
• Assists with the preparation and drafting of work plans, presentations, and reports for the donor and other key stakeholders
• Participates in meetings and forums as required

 

 

Project/Program Reporting:

• Supports preparation of regular activity reports, and other documents.
• Gathers information, data and statistics needed to provide evidence to reports, presentations, papers, and other documentation produced.
• Participates in data review for decision making.
•  Assists with creating technical content (e.g., summary reports, presentations, manuscripts) related to project activities, results, and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

 Applied Knowledge & Skills:

 

• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in assigned areas.
• Articulate, professional, and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Basic working knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with providing technical support for technical research studies.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with using Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data, identify errors, and prepare reports.
• Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.
•  Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent French and English.

 

Supervision Given/Received:

 

• Determines methods and procedures on new projects and assignments.
• May serve as team lead and may mentor other lower-level personnel.
•  Typically reports to STRIDES Cameroon Epidemiology & Surveillance Advisor.

 

Education:

 

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required. A master’s degree in public health or epidemiology or related field.
• Project Management Certification preferred.

 

Experience:

 

• Typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience of national experience working in epidemiology, animal health programs related to the control of infectious diseases and health analysis.
• Prior work experience, knowledge, and practical expertise in Global Health Security and One Health.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in implementing infectious disease surveillance methodology, including analysis of epidemiologic investigation data utilizing new methodologies or existing techniques.
• Ability to analyze current animal health surveillance systems and to propose innovative and appropriate solutions for their improvement.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency, or private company.

 

Typical Physical Demands:

 

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
•  Ability to lift/move up to 2.5kg.

 

Technology to be Used:

 

• Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.

 

Travel Requirements:

 

• Ability to travel 25% – 45%

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF 15,000,000 – 20,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines

 

People & Culture Associate

Project Description

 

Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC), a global project funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the U.S. Department of State (DOS), that provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to achieve HIV epidemic control among all at-risk populations; strengthen global health security (GHS), including outbreak response; expand tuberculosis detection and treatment (TB), improve maternal and child health (MCH), address malaria; and promote health systems strengthening (HSS) including supply chain management.

 

The EpiC Cameroon buy-in will support the continuation and expansion of life-saving HIV prevention, treatment, care, and support services in Cameroon, building upon the foundational work of previous PEPFAR-funded initiatives. The focus will be on strengthening community-led platforms and integrating them with facility-based systems to increase access to quality HIV-related services, particularly for populations at higher risk of HIV, long distant truck drivers (LDTD), Children and Adolescents Living with HIV (C/ALHIV), HIV-exposed infants (HEIs), and their caregivers. The program will contribute to closing gaps mainly towards HIV case finding (the first 95) while maintaining the gains of the second and third 95 of the UNAIDS target. Collaboration with the Government of Cameroon (including the Ministry of Public Health and the National AIDS Control Committee), PEPFAR clinical partners, the Global Fund, and local community organizations will be essential to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based case finding, family-centered where necessary and population-specific interventions.

 

Job Description

 

The People & Culture Assistant provides administrative and transactional support for the country office’s People & Culture (P&C) operations. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate personnel records, supporting recruitment and onboarding activities, coordinating logistics for training, and assisting with payroll and benefits administration. The P&C Assistant ensures high-quality customer service to staff and helps maintain compliance with P&C policies, procedures, and local labor regulations.

 

Job Responsibilities

• Supports the recruitment process by posting vacancies, scheduling interviews, and preparing candidate correspondence.
• Maintains employee records in HRIS, hard copy files and ensures completeness for personnel files.
• Assists in the preparation of payroll and benefits documentation.
• Provides logistical and administrative support for training, meetings, and employee engagement activities.
• Responds to basic staff inquiries regarding P&C policies and procedures.
• Supports compliance with labor laws through accurate recordkeeping.
• Timekeeper for the organization, making sure all time sheets are submitted on time.

 

Education Qualification/ Skills & Experience

 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, law, management or related fields.
• At least 2 years of experience in human resources and administration with an NGO or international organization.

• Basic understanding of human resources processes and terminology.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and familiarity with databases.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Solves routine administrative and logistical issues with minimal supervision.
• Contributes to smooth P&C operations by ensuring accurate and timely support to staff.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Excellent proficiency in French and an acceptable level in English.
• Ability to prepare technical documents and reports.
• Ability to maintain professional confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Have a positive and professional attitude both inside and outside the workplace in order to promote the mission, vision, and values of the program.
• Frequent field visits are required
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

 

Supervision Given/Received

 

Reports to the Senior P&C Officer.

 

Travel Requirements

 

Rare travel may be required within the country.

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF  7,000,000 – 9,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines.

 

Manager Finance

Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Finance and Administration Director of FHI 360 Cameroon and in close collaboration with the STRIDES Cameroon Project Director, the Finance Manager will provide leadership, managerial direction, and practical support to the project for financial, administrative, and contract management. They will ensure the supervision and high performance of the STRIDES project’s finance, contracts, and administration team. They will support capacity development within the team while working closely with the FHI 360 Cameroon platform team responsible for financial management, the STRIDES project team in Cameroon, and the STRIDES headquarters team.

Responsibilities of the position

• Ensure that all administrative systems and processes (including procurement management, travel administration, inventory and asset management) are highly reliable, well-suited, and compliant with donor and organization policies and procedures.
• Lead the development of high-quality budgets for work plans and financial reports, as well as any other reports required by the project management team and the U.S. State Department.
• Ensure that all project expenditures comply with FHI 360 policies and procedures as well as donor rules and regulations relating to finance, administration, operations and personnel, and are supported by complete and accurate documentation.
• Review and monitor the program budget(s), monitor expenditures and support the preparation of financial reports for headquarters and donors, as needed.
• Understand internal control requirements and ensure that cash movements and expenditures comply with appropriate protocols.
• Prepare expenditure projections in collaboration with project managers, support technical project teams in planning and budgeting activities, and provide administrative and logistical travel support to technical staff.
• Assist in the organization and preparation of various audits of accounts and financial statements.
• Ensure full compliance with FHI 360’s contractual policies and applicable U.S. State Department regulations, and monitor compliance with the terms and conditions of the contract.
• Participate in accounting tasks: verification of supporting documents, monitoring of payments and processing of transactions in the accounting software.
• Prepare requests for reimbursement of headquarters funds, prepare and/or revise in collaboration with the Procurement Manager the supply files for the STRIDES project.
• Ensure effective contract management; develop and implement robust management and control systems so that FHI 360 complies with the terms of the agreement and its policies.
• Participate in the management of advances, control and settle advances for missions, workshops, staff, partners and consultants.
• Experience in government accounting practices, Federal Act on Regulatory Affairs (FAR) and CFR 200 systems, experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and ASC 842 Lease Accounting.
• Participate in payroll preparation and the filing of tax returns.
• Ensure the proper operational management of the project, including logistical and administrative coordination needs, procurement, transportation, etc.
• Collaborate with the FHI360 national platform team and regional staff to provide necessary support to financial and administrative functions, and supervise and support the project’s financial and administrative staff.

 

Required Knowledge and Skills

 

• Excellent command of accounting, internal controls and financial information systems.
• Good knowledge of the OHADA accounting framework (SYSCOHADA) and of Cameroonian tax and social regulations.
• Proven experience in financial management, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of accounting standards, audit procedures and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, supervisory and management skills for multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide strategic guidance and to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in computer tools and financial management software.

 

Problem solving and impact

• Deals with issues of moderate to high complexity requiring in-depth analysis of data, risks and multiple factors.
• Exercises professional judgment in applying the organization’s policies, procedures and practices in order to determine the most appropriate approaches and solutions.
• The decisions made have a direct impact on the financial management, operations and overall performance of the organization.

 

Coaching and supervision

 

• Managerial level position.
• Works under the general supervision of the Director of Finance and Administration, with a high degree of autonomy in the performance of his/her duties.
• Provides guidance, mentoring and development to team members to ensure quality results are delivered on time.
• Ability to effectively mobilize and manage teams with diverse profiles, experiences and skills.
• This position reports directly to the Finance and Administration Director.

 

 

TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in finance and accounting.
• At least 5 to 8 years of professional experience, including 5 years in the field of accounting and finance.
• Prior experience in managing a financial analysis department is required.
• Proven knowledge of the grant management process and donor regulations governing grant administration.
• Experience working with international NGOs is required; experience working with projects funded by the U.S. State Department is preferred.
• Proven ability to work both in a team and independently.
• Having demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and at least one accounting software program
• Excellent ability to communicate in English and French, both orally and in writing.

 

Physical requirements of the position:

• Working in a traditional office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours in front of a computer screen and perform repetitive tasks using a keyboard.
• Ability to remain seated or standing for extended periods.
• Ability to lift or move loads of up to approximately 2.3 kg

 

Technologies and equipment used:

• Desktop computer/laptop computer;
• Applications Microsoft (notamment Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams) ;
• Mobile phones and mobile technologies;
• Office equipment.

 

Travel requirements:

• Business travel representing less than 10% of working time.

 

The expected hiring salary range for this role is  XAF 15,000,000 – 20,000,000 for annual gross salary for national local hire. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay,  and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines.