VACANCY NOTICE-INTERNATIONAL PAHO CONSULTANT-NATIONAL STRATEGY FOR HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES

An opportunity exists for an International Consultant to facilitate the development of a National Strategy for Health Laboratory Services at Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) Guyana Country Office. The successful candidate will support the Ministry of Health in the development and implementation of Guyana's National Strategy for Health Laboratory Services.
Technical expertise
 Excellent knowledge of laboratories;
 Experience in developing National Strategic Plans;
 Experience in strategic planning and capacity building;
 Strong professional and academic writing skills;
 Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office applications (MS-Office Word, Excel, and Power Point);
 Fluency in English is required;
 Experience working with PAHO/WHO, other United Nations Agencies and multiple stakeholders would be an asset.

Education/Experience
A Master's degree in public health, health systems management or related field with a minimum of 8 years relevant working experience in laboratories, including at least one year in a managerial or supervisory position will be an asset.

The incumbent should be based in Guyana under the direct supervision of the PAHO/WHO Guyana country office Advisor for Health Surveillance, Disease Prevention and Control. The total duration of the assignment is four (4) months.

Job Description:The detailed Terms of Reference can be obtained via the link below:

This consultancy is open for internationals who must be willing to be based in Guyana 
Qualified candidates should send their applications along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae via email (pdf) with signature to escaladr@paho.org and glasgowd@paho.org 

Closing date for the receipt of applications is 21 July 2023.

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.