Minimum Requirements and Key Competency

Master's in Public Health (MPH) or MSc Epidemiology or Biostatistics

Code 8 driver's license and own transport

5 years post qualification experience

Experience with Notifiable Medical Conditions

A good understanding of outbreak response and health systems in South Africa

Knowledge of and insight into laboratory practice with specific reference to the NHLS and NICD Computer literacy and high levels of competence with data management programmes, MS Access, Excel, SQL etc.) Knowledge of statistical analysis programmes (STATA or R) and GIS

Leadership and management skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and presentation))

Problem solving skills

Time management skills

Thorough attention to detail

Team oriented

Scientific writing skills and project management skills

Economic analysis skills desirable.