Senior Outbreak Response Coordination Lead

PATH is seeking a Senior Outbreak Response Coordination Lead for the STRides Project, based in Bunia, Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo. This role will provide senior-level technical, operational, and coordination leadership for outbreak response activities, focusing on Ebola Virus Disease and other epidemic-prone diseases. Join us to contribute to global health equity and strengthen infectious disease detection systems.

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity, forging multisector partnerships, and developing innovative solutions to the world's most pressing health challenges. We are looking for a dedicated professional to lead coordination efforts in Eastern DRC.

Apply now to make a significant impact on public health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Company Overview

PATH is a global nonprofit that turns innovation into better health. For nearly 50 years, PATH has worked with countries, communities, health workers, researchers, governments, and partners to develop and deliver health innovations, from vaccines and diagnostics to strong health systems and more accessible care. By bringing together expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and other fields, PATH develops and scales innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Applicable
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelors Degree
• Experience: 5 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level field coordination and technical leadership for outbreak preparedness and response activities.
• Serve as the primary Bunia-based coordination focal point, ensuring effective communication between field teams, authorities, and project leadership.
• Support alignment of activities with Government of DRC-led response priorities and partner coordination mechanisms.
• Coordinate closely with national, provincial, health-zone, and health-area government structures and relevant partners.
• Facilitate coordination across key response pillars, including surveillance, case management, and data management.

Requirements

• Advanced degree or international equivalent in public health, epidemiology, medicine, or a related field.
• At least eight years of progressively responsible experience in outbreak response, epidemic preparedness, or public health emergency management.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Ebola response or a comparable high-consequence infectious disease emergency.
• Strong experience working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, preferably in Eastern DRC.
• Fluency in written and spoken French is required; working proficiency in English is strongly preferred.
• Willingness and ability to be based in Bunia and travel frequently to priority health zones.

Benefits

• Opportunities to lead critical outbreak response efforts in a high-impact region.
• Work with a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity.
• Collaborate with diverse national and international stakeholders.
• Contribute to strengthening health systems in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
• Gain extensive experience in emergency management and public health programming.