Senior Health Security Strengthening Advisor, DOS LEAP Global - Haiti at ZemiTek LLC

Commune Cavaillon, Sud Department, Haiti -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Multisectoral Collaboration, Epidemic Prevention, Preparedness, Detection, Response, Data Literacy, Surveillance Systems, Curriculum Development, Capacity Building, Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP), Institutionalization, Policy Alignment, Knowledge Dissemination, Reporting, Public Health, Health Security

Industry

International Trade and Development

Description

Who We Are ZemiTek, LLC is a Woman-Owned, SBA-certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) based in the Washington, DC metro area. We have a strong record delivering innovative and high-quality solutions. Since 2007, ZemiTek has provided technical assistance, project management, information technology (IT), knowledge management, monitoring and evaluation, training and learning development, and institutional support services. Position Description Global Solutions Ventures (GSV) – a joint-venture partnership between ZemiTek, LLC and Dexis Consulting Group – is implementing the Long-term Exceptional Technical Assistance Project (LEAP Global), a mechanism originally used by USAID to battle against infectious diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, neglected tropical diseases, and pandemic influenza. As of July 1, 2025, LEAP Global transitioned to the U.S. Department of State (DOS). This initiative aims to address the complex human resource challenges faced by national infectious disease programs in the USA-supported countries. The intervention of this project is to hire and embed technical expert advisors and subject matter experts within government entities. By directly embedding the technical expertise within the national programs, LEAP provides long-term, sustainable lifesaving support to empower host governments to lead and manage key aspects of their infectious disease portfolios and improve coordination between the U.S. Government and the host country. About the Position The Health Security Strengthening Advisor will enhance Haiti’s capacity for epidemic prevention, preparedness, detection, and response by fostering collaboration among the Ministry of Public Health and Population (MSPP), the Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Rural Development (MARNDR), and National Health Science academic institutions. This role will advance pre-service training, ensure the sustainability of the Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP), and promote data-driven decision-making for surveillance and outbreak response. The Advisor will support the MSPP in carrying out life-saving humanitarian assistance (LHA) service delivery in full alignment with the new Presidential Executive Order (EO) directives. The position aligns with the America First Global Health Strategy and U.S. Government Global Health Security priorities, supporting a multisectoral approach that integrates human and animal health systems. Work Location: Haiti Responsibilities Multisectoral Collaboration Strengthen coordination between MSPP, MARNDR, and academic institutions to advance a multisectoral health framework for epidemic prevention and response. Organize joint workshops, simulation exercises that address human and animal health risks. Surveillance & Data-Driven Decision Making Promote analytics capacity and data literacy within MSPP and MARNDR to support evidence-based decision-making for epidemic preparedness and response. Support integration of surveillance data systems (e.g., DHIS2) into academic training programs. Facilitate joint projects between ministries and universities to improve data quality, timeliness, and use for outbreak detection. Capacity Building Establish and maintain strategic collaboration with Universities to integrate epidemic prevention and response into curricula and pre-service training programs. Support the design and implementation of competency-based training modules for zoonotic disease, emerging health treats, epidemiology, surveillance, and outbreak response. Facilitate faculty development workshops and mentorship programs to strengthen capacity in public health and multisectoral approach. Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) Collaborate with CDC, MSPP, MARNDR and academic institutions to sustain and expand the FETP program to also include animal health and ensuring integration of graduates into the national health system. Develop strategies for long-term institutionalization of FETP and public health training within Haitian universities, including accreditation and resource mobilization. Policy & Strategy Alignment Ensure national academic programs on global health security align with national health security priorities and the America First Global Health Strategy. Contribute to the development of national guidelines, SOPs, and strategic plans for epidemic preparedness and response. Community Engagement & Knowledge Dissemination Support collaboration with ministries and academic institution in developing community outreach programs that strengthen trust in public health systems. Facilitate dissemination of evidence-based findings and best practices through conferences, policy briefs, and peer-reviewed publications. COMMUNICATIONS Regular conference calls with multisectoral stakeholders, U.S. Embassy to review progress, discuss activities and address emerging issues. The GHS Technical Advisor should provide information and avail him/herself for calls/meetings with the State Department/U.S. Embassy as requested. The Advisor will provide monthly reports to US Embassy/U.S. Department of State. REPORTING: The Health Security Strengthening Advisor will provide a detailed monthly report to the U.S. Department of State submitted by the 5th day of the following month. Additionally, the Advisor will submit a weekly progress report to U.S. Embassy/Department of State (and participate in weekly calls) to include a short paragraph about main successes for that week. The format for reporting may be adjusted with concurrence from the COR. Qualifications Advanced degree (master’s or higher) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Systems, Veterinary Medicine, or a related field. Or, extended experience on medical education, health science education, practical health training. Minimum 7 years of experience in public health, epidemic preparedness, or health security, medical education, including collaboration with academic institutions. Proven track record in curriculum development, capacity building, and multisectoral coordination. Experience with FETP, surveillance systems, and data analytics. Experience collaborating with MSPP, CDC, USG or similar. Experience in PEPFAR, PMI and other multilateral infectious disease and epidemic control programs. Verbal and written professional proficiency in English and French. What We Believe ZemiTek is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, ZemiTek will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to accommodations@zemitek.com.

Responsibilities

The Advisor will enhance Haiti’s capacity for epidemic prevention, preparedness, detection, and response by fostering collaboration among key ministries and academic institutions. Key duties include advancing pre-service training, ensuring the sustainability of the Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP), and promoting data-driven decision-making for surveillance and outbreak response.