Ohio State Global One Health Initiative (GOHi) Job Vacancies in Ethiopia
Organization: Ohio State Global One Health Initiative (GOHi)
Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Employment Type: Full-time
Deadline: October 22, 2025
Number of Positions: Three (3)
Application Link: Apply through EthioJobs
About Ohio State Global One Health Initiative
The Ohio State Global One Health Initiative (GOHi) connects The Ohio State University to partners in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, Brazil, Thailand, China, India, and other countries through a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to improve global health.
Ohio State GOHi works to strengthen laboratory systems, disease surveillance, and workforce capacity to support public health emergency response and One Health initiatives across Ethiopia.
In collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health, Ethiopian Public Health Institute (EPHI), Regional Health Bureaus, and universities, GOHi provides research, training, and technical assistance to build sustainable health systems and promote global health security.
Open Positions
Position 1: AEFI Surveillance Officer
Location: Addis Ababa
Qualifications and Experience:
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Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Master’s degree in Public Health or Pharmacy.
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Minimum of three (3) years of experience in vaccine safety surveillance in a reputable health institution.
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Training or CPD certification in Adverse Events Following Immunization (AEFI) surveillance or pharmacovigilance is an asset.
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Prior experience in Ethiopian health or regulatory systems or pharmacovigilance is advantageous.
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Proven experience in AEFI detection, reporting, and investigation.
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Demonstrated experience conducting training, supervision, and mentorship activities.
Position 2: AEFI Surveillance Data Officer
Location: Addis Ababa
Qualifications and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Epidemiology, Public Health, Pharmacy, Data Science, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
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At least three (3) years of experience in data management or data analysis within public health programs.
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Proficiency in data analysis tools such as R, Stata, SPSS, or Python.
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Experience with health surveillance data, especially AEFI or immunization data.
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Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
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Strong teamwork and communication skills.
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Familiarity with national or international immunization program data systems is an added advantage.
Position 3: Vaccine Safety Social Listening Expert
Location: Addis Ababa
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Sciences, Communication, or related fields.
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1–3 years of experience using social media monitoring and analytics tools for reporting and analysis.
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Certificates or short courses in digital analytics, media monitoring, or data visualization are desirable.
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Strong analytical skills to interpret large datasets and provide actionable insights.
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Excellent written and spoken English, with additional local language proficiency preferred.
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Understanding of data ethics, privacy, and responsible digital monitoring practices.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants should submit their application letter and CV within five (5) working days of this announcement via the EthioJobs link:
https://ethiojobs.net/companies/ohio-state-global-one-health-initiative/jobs
Application requirements:
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Submit one (1) PDF file containing both your application letter, CV, and three (3) professional references written within the last three years.
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Multiple email submissions may result in rejection.
Note:
Ohio State GOHi encourages qualified professionals with relevant experience in vaccine safety, data management, and digital communication analysis to apply. The initiative promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in all hiring processes.