Open Call for Consultants – Infectious Disease Surveillance Expertise

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing heath challenges. 

PATH's Malaria and Neglected Tropical Diseases (MNTD) and Epidemic Preparedness and Response (EPR) program is a leader in the effort to end malaria illnesses and deaths, strengthens infectious disease surveillance systems, supports integration across sectors and disease verticals, and assists countries in addressing emerging infectious diseases and antimicrobial resistance.  

As part of our growing portfolio, we are building a roster of experienced consultants with technical depth in infectious disease surveillance.

Scope of Work

Selected consultants will be engaged on a project-by-project basis and may support a range of activities, including:

• Strategic planning for infectious disease surveillance systems

• Landscape analysis of surveillance systems and health information architecture

• Designing or optimizing indicator- and event-based surveillance, outbreak detection, or response systems

• Supporting governments to integrate AI or advanced analytics into health system decision-making

• Developing technical reports, presentations, and operational frameworks

• Capacity building and workshop facilitation in English and/or French-speaking settings

Qualifications

We are seeking candidates who meet all of the following core requirements:

Core Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in infectious disease surveillance systems

• Fluency in English

• Strong client-facing communication and facilitation skills

• Ability to work independently in dynamic, multicultural environments

Desirables

• Masters-level or higher in Public Health, Epidemiology, or related field

• Professional proficiency in French

• Experience working with or advising Ministries of Health

• Prior work with international donors such as Global Fund, Gates Foundation, USAID, WHO, or KfW

• Knowledge of digital health tools (e.g., DHIS2, malaria dashboards, AI-supported surveillance platforms)

• Experience living or working in/with Francophone countries

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit:

• CV (max 3 pages)

• Short cover letter (max 1 page) summarizing relevant experience

• Daily rate in USD

We accept applications on a rolling basis and will prioritize candidates available for short-notice deployments or remote technical support. Due to the anticipated volume of applicants, we will not be able to contact individuals unless they are shortlisted.

Position Type: Short-term Consultant (Roster)
Location: Global, Remote
Languages Required: English required, French preferred
Start Date: Rolling / As needed

About Us

We’re searching worldwide for experienced leaders and passionate emerging professionals in many disciplines—from science and engineering to accounting to information technology—who share our belief that better health moves humanity forward.