The consultant will develop a data harmonization framework for foodborne-related events and create a technical compendium for the operationalization of the PAHOGen-IHR protocol. They will also design country-specific methodologies to synthesize information on national epidemic intelligence arrangements and institutional interfaces.
The consultant will support regional epidemic intelligence operations, focusing on detection, verification, and risk assessment of foodborne-related events. They are responsible for developing analytical methodologies and decision-support frameworks to synthesize epidemiological, laboratory, and genomic data.
The consultant will provide technical cooperation to consolidate health service networks, improve maternal and child health, and develop human resources for health observatories. They will also monitor the implementation of health system pillars within the Elimination 30+ initiative and document best practices.
The consultant will provide technical cooperation to Caribbean countries to strengthen surveillance systems for influenza and other respiratory viruses. Responsibilities include conducting sentinel site assessments, managing data reporting, and facilitating capacity-building activities.