JOB OVERVIEW
Organization: U.S. Mission in Ethiopia
Position: Public Health Specialist (Surveillance)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Experience: Minimum 3 years
Education: Master’s Degree
Salary: USD $11,806 per year
Application Deadline: October 6, 2026
Public Health Specialist (Surveillance)
Educational Requirements
- Master’s Degree, or host-country equivalent, in:
- Public Health
- Health Policy
- Epidemiology
Applicants should address the education requirement in the Education section of their ERA application.
Professional Experience
Applicants must have:
- At least 3 years of mid-to-senior-level public health experience.
- Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating public health programs or other relevant public health programs.
- Experience involving coordination with an international agency or implementing partner.
Applicants should address this requirement under Major Duties and Responsibilities in the ERA application.
Language Requirements
Fluency in English is required in:
- Speaking
- Reading
- Writing
Fluency in Amharic is also required in:
- Speaking
- Reading
- Writing
Language proficiency may be tested as part of the recruitment process.
Evaluation and Application Requirements
Applicants will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements specified in the vacancy announcement.
Applicants may be required to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
A complete application must address all applicable requirements, including:
- Education
- Professional experience
- Language proficiency
- Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Failure to submit a complete application may result in disqualification.
Salary
USD $11,806 per year
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should apply through the official Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) system.
Application Deadline
October 6, 2026
