Provincial Technical Officer –Surveillance

Provincial Technical Officer II –Surveillance - EpiC Global Health Security (GHS) Project, Mozambique

• Job Code: TECH31018
• Job Family: Technical
• Compensation Band: Band KK

About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Provincial Technical Officer- Surveillance, based in Nampula , under the EpiC Global Health Security (GHS) Project.

Job Summary:

The Provincial Technical Officer - Surveillance - will provide technical support in the implementation of EpiC Global Health Security (GHS) surveillance activities at the provincial level. The position will be based in Nampula, to ensure close collaboration and alignment with provincial priorities. The Provincial Technical Officer- Surveillance will coordinate implementation of project activities on disease surveillance. He/She will provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to government counterparts to operationalize decisions made in technical workshops and coordination meetings. This position reports primarily to Technical Director – Quality Improvement.

Accountabilities:

Technical Implementation and Coordination

Lead interventions to support DPS/ SPS staff in operationalizing surveillance integration activities, including data flow mapping, analysis of reporting gaps, and implementation of improvements aligned with and to inform national systems.

Coordinate multi-sectoral One Health engagements between human, animal, and environmental health stakeholders at the provincial and district levels.

Facilitate establishment and functionality of provincial technical working groups (TWGs) on surveillance.

Support preparedness and response efforts through simulation exercises, rapid response training, and outbreak investigation support.

Document implementation progress, lessons learned, and challenges, ensuring that provincial experiences inform national-level planning and policy discussions.

Maintain close communication with national EpiC GHS technical staff, sub partners, and HQ advisors to ensure technical consistency and alignment with GHSA frameworks.

Other activities as assigned.

Capacity Strengthening and Mentorship

Mentor provincial and district surveillance staff to apply practical tools for data management and outbreak reporting.

Help health facilities and districts identify gaps in data or surveillance systems and support local teams to develop simple improvement actions.

Facilitate peer learning and encourage regular feedback discussions on data and performance at district or facility level.

Partnership and Representation

Maintain strong working relationships with DPS, SPS, local authorities, implementing partners, and community organizations.

Participate in and support provincial coordination platforms, such as the Health Emergency Management Committee, Surveillance TWG, IPC Committee, and One Health taskforces.

Provide regular technical updates and progress reports to the Senior Surveillance Specialist and Technical Director for Quality Improvement.

Applied Knowledge & Skills

Solid understanding of public health systems and experience implementing health security interventions at provincial or district levels.

Technical familiarity with disease surveillance and at least one of the following areas: outbreak response, IPC, health emergency response preferred.

Proficient in organizing, analyzing, and interpreting health data using Excel and DHIS2.

Experience developing simple dashboards, charts, or feedback tools to help provincial or district teams track progress and identify trends.

Demonstrated ability to coach health staff to understand and use data for planning, supervision, and decision-making.

Strong coordination and facilitation skills, with ability to manage relationships across government and partners.

Able to plan, implement, and monitor activities independently while maintaining good communication with national teams. Excellent interpersonal, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• •Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort using digital reporting and emergency coordination tools.
• •Fluency in Portuguese (required) and proficiency in English (preferred).
• •Ability to solve problems and implement corrective action as needed.

Competencies:

Project Management (Planning and Time Management) - Accurately scopes out length and difficulty of tasks (sets objectives/goals/measures). Break down work into steps, schedules, task/people assignments. Marshals people, time, and resources efficiently. Arranges information in a useful manner and orchestrates multiple activities at once.

People Management (Making Others Great) – Facilitate professional development of staff by providing challenging, learning assignments and opportunities. Shares and solicits feedback monthly at the very least. Help establish compelling development plans. Assigns responsibility and accountability for tasks/decisions. Monitors process, progress, and results. Creates a climate in which people want to do their best.

Creating and Managing Systems and Processes – Recognizes the need for standardization and balances client and organization need in systems design. Anticipates the effects of process change on people while optimizing task efficiency and simplicity. Employees are expected to possess or have high potential for development of these three fundamental competencies.

Problem Solving & Impact:

Works on problems of moderate to complex scope that require review of various factors.

Exercises good judgment with selecting methods and techniques to determine appropriate action.

Decisions may cause delays and affect a work unit or area within a department.

Identifies and raises issues to senior technical staff.

Supervision Given/ Received:

• •Reports to: Technical Director- Quality Improvement.
• •Provides technical guidance to and coordinates the work of district technical officers, short-term consultants, surge staff, and field coordinators during surveillance and outbreak-response activities.

Education:

A minimum of bachelor’s degree in public health, data sciences, epidemiology or related field.

Training in outbreak investigation, emergency response, incident management systems (IMS), or IPC is a strong asset.

Experience:

• •A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in public health, epidemiology, emergency management, or a related field.
• •Proven experience supporting or coordinating outbreak responses at provincial or district level in Mozambique.
• •Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO), government agency. Demonstrated experience working closely with provincial health authorities (DPS/SPS) and supporting emergency coordination mechanisms.
• •Demonstrated experience mentoring or coaching government staff to strengthen outbreak preparedness and response capacity.
• •Prior experience with USG or other donor-funded health security or emergency response programs is preferred.

Typical Physical Demands:

Typical office environment.

• •Ability to spend long hours looking at a 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 5 lbs.

Technology to be Used:

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

Travel Requirements (25–50%):

Based in Nampula City, with frequent travel to supported districts within Nampula Province. for outbreak response, field investigations, and distric