Senior Technical Advisor

Senior Technical Advisor Jobs in Lusaka – Cholera Surveillance, Preparedness and Response

Avencion is seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Advisor to lead efforts in cholera surveillance, preparedness, and response in Lusaka, Zambia. This opportunity is ideal for public health professionals who are passionate about strengthening disease control systems and improving outbreak readiness at a national level.

About Avencion and the Role

Avencion operates within the public health sector and is committed to enhancing health outcomes through expert guidance and strategic interventions. The Senior Technical Advisor will play a pivotal role in providing strategic and technical leadership to advance cholera surveillance systems, ensure diagnostic readiness, and coordinate outbreak preparedness and response activities across Zambia.

Key Responsibilities for Senior Technical Advisor Jobs in Lusaka

• Lead improvements in cholera surveillance systems to enhance data quality and timeliness.
• Strengthen diagnostic readiness to support rapid detection and confirmation of cholera cases.
• Coordinate outbreak preparedness and response plans with government and health partners.
• Conduct epidemiological analysis and support disease surveillance activities.
• Oversee outbreak investigations and support timely response measures.
• Collaborate with government health systems to integrate cholera control strategies.
• Provide technical support for public health interventions at district and health facility levels.

Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Medicine, Infectious Diseases, or a related health discipline.
• Minimum of five years’ experience in public health, with a focus on cholera preparedness, surveillance, outbreak investigation, or response.
• Proven expertise in disease surveillance systems and public health program implementation.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills to guide multi-sectoral teams.

Position Details and Duty Station

This is a full-time position based in Lusaka, Zambia. The role requires travel to project-supported provinces and districts to provide technical support and oversight.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the following link:

Apply Here: Senior Technical Advisor – Cholera Surveillance, Preparedness and Response

Please note the application deadline is 16th November 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.

How to Apply

Apply using the following link: https://avencion.com/careers/positions/senior-technical-advisor-cholera-surveillance-preparedness-and-response