Akros is a cutting-edge organization that establishes data-driven systems that improve the health and wellbeing of disadvantaged communities. We pride ourselves in our ground-level knowledge of the health systems where we work, and our ability to provide novel, lasting solutions implemented in developing regions.

Akros Research is supporting a program, funded by the Mastercard Foundation and in partnership with the Africa CDC. This initiative, called Saving Lives and Livelihoods, includes multiple components and partners working to procure, distribute, and promote vaccine uptake in a safe manner. As a part of this consortium Akros Research will support Africa Union member states in the Eastern and Southern African regions to strengthen vaccine safety surveillance systems.

The Local Associate will support the Ministry of Health and Akros Research in implementation and coordination of program activities, ensuring a successful implementation of the SLL programme's vaccine safety surveillance. The associate will actively liaise with key actors within the respective government, district and sub-district stakeholders, stakeholders participating in the immunization, and Akros Research senior management to facilitate the realization of program objectives and optimize resource flow.

Location and Term

This position is contingent upon securing and maintaining program funding. It is also contingent upon donor approval.

This position is an engagement of 13 months and will be based in Moroni, Comoros. The position is open to local candidates and may involve minimal travel.

Reporting

This position will report directly to the Akros Country Manager, with a dotted reporting line to the Pharmacovigilance Coordinator, at the MOH.