Organization: Adeso
Country: Somalia
Closing date: 07 Feb 2014

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXTAdeso is an expanding and vibrant African based international development and humanitarian organization. At Adeso, we work with African communities who are yet to realize their full potential; working inside these communities to create environments in which Africans can thrive. Our belief that economic, social and environmental security is the bedrock of a healthy community drives the nature and intent of our programming. We work to prevent and overcome situations that adversely affect community well-being by: reinvigorating the economy, developing skills for life and work, providing humanitarian aid, and influencing policy.For the past 20 years we have strengthened rural livelihoods through environmental awareness, training, technology transfer and innovative humanitarian projects in pursuit of a peaceful, self-reliant, and greener future. Currently, Adeso has programs in Somalia, Kenya and South Sudan.

Adeso is an exciting and dynamic organization experiencing managed rapid growth. It offers sound employment conditions with opportunities for personal growth and development. PROJECT SUMMARYCash Assistance and Recovery Support Project (CARSP) aims to reduce community vulnerability to chronic food insecurity in Lower juba, Mudug, Sanaag and Bari regions of Somalia The project is targeting an estimated 11,500 households distributed by region as follows; Lower Juba - 2,500, Sanaag - 2,500, Mudug - 2,000 and Bari - 1,000. The project will use a number of approaches to ensure that it reaches the most vulnerable members to receive unconditional cash transfers, farm tools, storage equipments and seeds suitable for use in their respective agro-ecological zones for agro pastoralists’ beneficiaries and milking utensils and special feed, mineral supplements and forage for pastoralists beneficiaries.The vulnerability criteria will include households identified as having a ‘poor’ average food consumption score Index (CSI), and households identified as having employed negative coping mechanisms in the past 7 days. The project will deliberately target female-headed households and emphasize interventions specific to women as an integral part of the project strategy since previous experience has proven that targeting women help the entire household and particularly the children more than targeting men.

The project intervention strategy is three pronged. First, it will employ the Inclusive Community Based Targeting (ICBT) methodology which engages the targeted community to ensure fair representation and public auditing of the beneficiary selection process. ICBT has been used by Adeso in the Somalia context extensively and successfully in previous interventions. The process of ICBT includes community mobilization, community-based selection of beneficiaries, public verification and validation of the beneficiary list and establishing a Village Relief Committee (VRC) to ensure full community participation.

Second, the project design and delivery process is sensitive to the needs of the most vulnerable groups in terms of access, gender inclusion and safety and security thus will ensure the VRC is created through open nomination and selection by community members, ensuring representation of all sectors and interest groups. Third, Adeso has an established beneficiary response mechanism to get feedback from the disadvantaged groups, such as children, women, people with disabilities, and the elderly. The monthly monitoring process will include collection and disaggregation of beneficiary numbers by age, sex and disability, to monitor whether the expected proportion of each target group is included among those accessing support.

OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENTThe assignment is to carry out a comprehensive baseline survey in the project areas of Lower juba, Mudug, Sanaag and Bari regions of Somalia to generate first-hand information to be used for Project Planning Monitoring and Evaluation.SCOPE OF WORKDesk ReviewReview of existing secondary information and reports relevant to the project will be done. This will provide an analysis and discussion of facts and data within the assignment context. The literature will include among others Project proposal, Project Log frame; Adeso Cash guidelines and other relevant literature as will be found necessary by the consultant. Survey DesignWith the facilitation of CARSP staff and Adeso M&E Officer develop a participatory design where the main project stakeholders will be involved to give their input and views in the survey process. The data collection tools to be used should capture crosscutting issues particularly gender and accountability, to the extent possible. The tools developed will be pre-tested to ensure that enumerators and the study population alike have the same understanding of the study topics, and revised based on identified shortcomings. This also includes translation of the study tools into Somali language where necessary. Sampling PlanThe project target areas have been clustered geographically into four regions (Lower Juba, Bari, Sanaag and Mudug) which the survey is expected to observe. Samples will be drawn from each of the districts in proportion with the size of the population through use of the Proportional Probability to Size (PPS) sampling technique. This technique is proposed for this study as it is most useful when the sampling units vary considerably in size as it assures that those in larger regions have the same probability of getting into the sample as those in smaller regions, and vice versa. This method will also facilitate easier planning for fieldwork because of the pre-determined number of respondents to be interviewed in each unit selected, and enumerators can be allocated accordingly.As highlighted previously, the qualitative study will use participatory assessment tools such as focus group discussions. This will require that questions and tools used in the survey are open-ended to allow the collection of descriptive and detailed information from respondents. The qualitative component of the survey will provide a detailed understanding of food security and livelihoods and cash intervention issues and problems faced by communities in target areas. It will also complement/supplement the quantitative survey particularly addressing issues that were not collected at the household level.Data Collection and AnalysisField data collection will be implemented by enumerators selected from regionss of origin. This will give the exercise the credibility it requires for wider acceptance of the survey findings by the community. It is proposed that Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) be used to enter and analyze data. However, the consultant will decide which statistical software to use for data analysis. A data mask will be developed for entering the completed questionnaires after finalization, following pre-testing. Enumerators will be trained on how to collect and analyze data at field level to build capacity at that level. A combined analysis will be done for the collected data to allow program level conclusions to be drawn.Presentation of survey findingsThe consultant will be responsible for writing the survey report working closely with Adeso team. The report will document findings and provide a benchmark for measuring outcomes of Project interventions. Deliverables1. Inception Report: includes initial work plan and proposal for the baseline survey outlining the proposed methodology, survey tools, process of data collection and analysis as well as final set of data-collection tools for all indicators in the log frame.2. Draft report of the baseline survey for the feedback and comments from Adeso Project staff3. Presentation on the main findings of the baseline assessment at field level involving project teams, community representatives and local authorities.4. Final report (three hard copies and a soft copy on CD ROM) in English not exceeding a length of 35 pages (excluding annexes) which includes:a) Summary;b) Introduction;c) Methodology;d) Findings of the baseline study. Baseline information per indicator shall be presented;e) Conclusions and recommendations as per the program’s outcomes, outputs, activities,f) and indicators;g) Electronic annexes with the site-by-site raw data used for the analysis.5. Summary version of the final report to be shared with project communities.

CONSULTANCY PERIODThe consultancy will be for 35 days including the travel days. QUALIFICATION PROFILE• Postgraduate degree in a food security or livelihood related field.• At least three years of hands on experience in conducting baseline surveys and livelihood and cash intervention programming.• Strong background in monitoring and evaluation techniques.• Familiar with the livelihood context in Somalia.• Experience in developing and implementing gender sensitive baseline methodologies in livelihood and cash intervention frameworks.• Ability to analyze complex livelihood systems.• Good knowledge and experience in survey design, implementation of surveys and statistical data analysis.• Knowledge of Somali people, culture and the Somali political dynamics an advantage.• Previous experience doing similar assignment with Adeso is an added advantage

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTSAll documentation related to the assignment shall remain the sole and exclusive property of Adeso.

How to apply:

Applications should be submitted to consultancy@adesoafrica.org with the subject line: Application for CARSP Baseline not later than 7th February 2014. The selection committee consisting of the Project staff will review all applications as they arrive. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described. The application must have one page cover letter; Technical proposal and proposed budget for the whole assignment. The application package should include the following:• A one page application letter addressing the consultant’s previous experience and how it’s relevant to the proposed assignment. It should also indicate the candidate’s availability and consultancy rates. • Technical proposal for the baseline study with methodology and work plan.• Detailed budget.• A sample of a recently written report for a similar assignment.• Updated CVs for all consultants including relevant work experience and qualifications

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 01 Oct 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an Short-term Expert in Health Information Management Systems (HMIS)

Field of activityWithin the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1) BackgroundThe Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

2) The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General objective of the mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of the long-term experts and responds to a request articulated by the Working Group (WG) on Health Service Delivery and the Ministry of Health.

The expertise mobilised will support the chair of the WG on Health Service Deliveryand the HIS De-partment of the Ministry of Health to:

• Assess existing health management information systems, recommend and implement priority strengthening initiatives to support HIS requirements of health service delivery and improvements in quality of care at primary health care and hospital level.

• Service HIS requirements for pilot-related monitoring, evaluation and operational research through pilot testing and scale-up of HIS in selected pilot sites.

3.2 Specific objectives of the mission

HIS Scoping Study

i) Assess existing Health Information Systems (HIS) in Libya including the accuracy and reliability of patient demographic and clinical data, emerging trends such as interface and interoperability risks.ii) Assess existing needs for a customized HIS at the PHCs including data needs, access, accepta-bility, usability and ease of implementation.iii) Analyse the scope for a unified and centralized system to be put in place and provide a menu of options for the operationalisation of such a plan including estimated costs, timeframe, knowledge, skills and resources required for a full roll out (turn-key).iv) Respond to requests for specialist-level advice and assistance in the area of HIS policy, strategic planning, development and implementation, training, as well as in monitoring and evaluation

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

i) Assess user needs and expectation of system requirements, feasibility of implementation, and ac-ceptability of adoption. ii) Assist staff from the Ministry of Health and frontline workers in selected pilot sites to develop a monitoring and evaluation (M&E) plan, including indicator development, indicator definitions and col-lection of baseline information on service provision, quality of care and logistics (medicines and medical supplies).iii) Design, develop and roll out a HIS that improves data capture, data flow, data use and storage related to health service delivery in Primary Health Care (PHC) pilots and selected quality improve-ments at PHC level. Data captured should include patient demographics, services provided, clinical management and clinical indicators, diagnosis of patients seen, utilisation rates, drug usage, staffing, administration and management.iv) Provide training, tools and capacity development to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis, reporting and utilisation.v) Apply HIS expertise to prepare evidence-based syntheses of baseline data for selected perfor-mance indicators in PHC pilots where quality improvement activities are being implemented.vi) Oversee on-going monitoring and reporting against pilot indicators and results.vii) Institute data quality assurance processes for continuous data quality monitoring.viii) Provide training, tools and capacity development to upgrade the capacity of Ministry of Health staff, in particular staff from the Regional Office, to supervise staff responsible for routine data capture and data entry; andix) Assist the Ministry of Health and frontline workers with the preparation of data summaries and reports in user-friendly, graphic manner for routine reporting and broader dissemination;.

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

HIS Scoping Study

• Situation Analysis developed
• Scoping Study developed
• One-day workshop organised for discussion of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified system and the options
• Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report

Design of a HIS for data capture in selected pilot sites

• M&E plan developed
• Two-day workshop organised for validation of the M&E plan, proposal for roll out and plan of action in selected pilot sites at primary health care hospital level
• Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report and final M&E plan
• Prototype HIS developed and launched in selected pilot sites
• Training and tools delivered to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to streamline data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation
• Quality assurance processes and tools defined including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision
• One-day workshop organised to present baseline data collected
• Feedback incorporated in a Workshop Report
• Intermediate Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi)
• Final Report prepared responding to requirements outlined under headings 1) – 2) and subhead-ings i) – xi) and incorporating feedback on the Intermediate Report and on the draft presented.

4) Management of the mission

4.1 Work language

The work language is English.

4.2 Responsibilities

In the absence of the Technical Assistance team and taking into account the nature of the mission (STE), the expert will report directly to the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist and chairs of other Working Groups, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

4.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission is up to 72 working days and take place during 2014. The mission might be divided into 2-3 visits of 4-5 weeks duration each spread over a one year to allow time for training, gradual implementation and outcome assessments. The tasks to be completed by the expert in total are as follows:

• Validate the outline of the report to be submitted including projected division of tasks by each of the three missions The outline will be reviewed and confirmed by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and address headings 1) – 2) and subheadings i) – xi) described under section 3.2. The outline will assist all parties clarifying deliverables and expectations.
• Discuss the findings of the situation analysis, the scope for a unified HIS system and the options available.
• Conduct a workshop/meeting to validate the M&E plan, the proposal for roll out and the plan of action in selected pilot sites.
• Submit an intermediate report that should be circulated for comments amongst members of the WG on Health Service Delivery and HIS Department of the Ministry of Health, and chairs of other Working Groups (if deemed relevant).
• Provide training and tools to Ministry of Health staff and frontline workers in pilot sites to stream-line data collection, data management, data analysis and utilisation and includes working with the Champion of medical record improvement through the Quality of Care Working group.
• Launch the HIS in selected pilot sites and organise a one-day workshop to present baseline data collected.
• Provide quality assurance processes and tools including guidelines for routine data capture and data entry and supervision.
• At least three days prior to the end of each mission the expert shall deliver a report of the work accomplished during that particular mission, which should have incorporated feedback from the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and the plans and date for the next mission.

4.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya with frequent visits to Benghazi, Misrata and Sabha.

5) The expertise required

5.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE: up to 72 working days

5.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years consultancy experience in facilitation of health information system strengthening, including central level coordination and systems integration, and sub-national strengthening for quality collection, analysis, dissemination and use of health information.
• Proven experience in designing, developing, implementing and maintaining information systems in order to monitor, support and evaluate large-scale programme activities.
• Proficiency in training and capacity building to enable managers and institutions to improve information systems and utilise data for decision making.
• Solid understanding of the role of HIS in supporting planning, management and evaluation.
• Experience and skills in identifying strategic information needs, collecting, analysing and synthesising data and presenting data in a succinct and user-friendly manner.
• Ability to understand and assimilate new Health Management Information Systems approaches, as well as health programme design, management and implementation approaches.
• Strong communications skills to ensure effective working relationships with government institutions, national and international working partners.
• Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and direct style.
• Previous experience working with District Health Information Systems (DHIS) highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of Arabic desirable.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in health informatics, public health, systems/business analysis or business and management

6 Reports

6.1 Format and contents

The report should specifically address headings and subheadings outlined under section.

The report shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken (by the expert, the EU LHSS programme or the Ministry of Health) to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected results. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations for the roll out of the basic health care package.

6.2 Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the chair of the WG on Health Service Delivery, the chair of the WG on Quality of Care and the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health. It will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and at the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 1st October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 01 Oct 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term Expert in National Health Accounts

Field of activityWithin the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1) BackgroundThe Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

2) The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General objective of the mission

The expertise mobilised will support the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Plan-ning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health to:

• Develop the National Health Accounts according to the latest NHA methodology (SHA 2011) based on 2011 and 2012 data including Out-Of-Pocket health expenditures
• Set the basis for future NHA system development and future NHA rounds through institulisation of NHA activities within the MoH to be conducted periodically. This activity includes (i) building capacities of teams of local personnel to be able to conduct NHA exercise independently in the future and (ii) to establish channels for flow of necessary data to ensure effective implementation of NHA.

3.2 Specific objectives of the mission

1. Develop a proposal for the institutional structure responsible for the sustainable development of the National Health Accounts. This shall include the setting up of an inter-ministerial committee and a Working Group gathering various stakeholders including members of the LHSS Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Directorate of Health Financing Affairs, the HIS, and Financial Departments of the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, other related ministries and the Bureau of Statistics and Census
2. Build the capacity of members of the inter-ministerial Working Group in NHA development (includ-ing presenting and implementing the SHA 2011 methodology for the development of the NHA and NHA analysis to answer policy questions. At the end of the first NHA development process the inter-ministerial Working Group should be able to develop and carry out the next NHA round with limited external technical assistance
3. Analyze existing data and propose additional data collection exercises to fill potential gaps
4. Provide a calculation of the NHA tables according to SHA 2011 methodology
5. Interpret these tables in light of the current Libyan health policy debates and widely disseminate the results of this analysis
6. Provide advice for further institutionalisation of NHA calculation, interpretation and use of M&E for health reforms.

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

Institutional Framework Document detailing the composition and modalities of work of an inter-ministerial Committee and Working Group for NHA Development prepared and presented- Comprehensive and coherent package of capacity building activities prepared, presented and delivered to the members of the NHA taskforce based on the latest methodological guidelines- Data quality assessment prepared and presented underlining potential gaps in health expenditure available (private health expenditure, private providers, “closed-sector” health facilities etc.) - Data collection tasks identified- NHA tables prepared and presented according to the SHA 2011 methodology- Analytical report highlighting the main characteristics of the Libyan healthcare system as reflected by the national health expenditure figure and underlining most vibrant health policy issues drafted and circulated for comments- Report (separate report or sections within the main report) analysing validity of related surveys as household health expenditure and service utilisation survey and private providers’ survey.

4) Scope of Work- Establishment of the inter-ministerial committee to ensure continuous flow of necessary infor-mation- Determining data needs and its sources;- Participation and Supervising the design of necessary surveys for NHA through reviewing survey tools and methodology to guarantee collection of all necessary data with validated methodology; - Supervising/following up (might be remotely) the data collection process;- Supervising/Following up data analysis of other surveys;- Compiling and analysing NHA data and writing the final NHA report of Libya

5) Management of the mission

5.1 Work language

The work language is English

5.2 Responsibilities

The expert(s) will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Directorate of Health Financing Affairs and/or the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist, the chairs and co-chairs of other Working Groups, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

5.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission for all experts will be of 120 man/days (including field visits and desk work) and take place over a 12 months period divided into up to 4 visits. Up to 12 days might be used by all experts as home based days for backstopping and report writing. The timetable below summarizes the detailed list of required activities. It will have to be reviewed, amended and comple-mented jointly by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist and the Short Term Expert(s) for NHA as part of the initial visit.

The table below assumes that additional data collection activities will be necessary to achieve a com-plete NHA exercise within one year. This is especially the case for private health expenditure, which will probably require a Household Health Expenditure Survey.

As a result, the timeline includes an optional component: if it is possible to proceed with the quantity and quality of data available or easily collectable (such as hospital functions) then a first attempt at calculating and analyzing available data should take place during the first quarter of 2014. Otherwise, this calculation will be postponed to the second and quarter of 2014 when more information is availa-ble.

Deriving from the above timeline, it is possible to suggest the following schedule for (at least) 4 visits of the international expert:

• First visit during 2013: inception visit, set-up of the institutional framework
• Second visit during 2013/2014: presentation of phase 1 findings
• First visit during 2014: presentation of the first calculation based on limited data

• Fourth visit during 2014: presentation of final results and further capacity building

• Within one week following the arrival of the expert in country, the expert shall submit and validate the outline of a report. The outline will be validated by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Af-fairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist. The outline will address tasks described under the sub-headings 1-6 of section 3.2 and the timeline above. The outline will assist all parties clarifying de-liverables and expectations. It will contain, as an annex, the structure of mission reports due at the end of each mission to Libya.

• Three days prior to the end of each mission the expert shall deliver a short report on the out-comes of the mission, tasks performed, data gathered or analysed, challenges encountered and the timeliness of the deliverables.
• Within six months, the expert shall deliver an Intermediate Report, which should be circulated for comments amongst members of the Inter-ministerial Committee and receive comments at least from the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Department of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist.
• At least three days prior to the end of the mission the expert shall deliver a Final Report, which should have incorporated feedback from members of the Inter-ministerial Committee the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the Depart-ment of Health Financing Affairs, the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health and the Team Leader/Health Economist.

5.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya.

6) The expertise required

6.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE: up to 120 man/days divided to 3 – 4 visits. It might be possible to have more than one expert for that mission. In this case the expert A will act a team leader for the mission and both of them have to submit a proposal for the mission clarifying responsibilities and deliverables of each of them in addition of their CVs. Expert A should be of category A with a minimum of least 10 years of practical experience in conducting NHA studies.

6.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

• A minimum of 10 years progressively responsible professional work experience in public sector governance and public finance management
• A minimum of 7 years international experience in developing National Health Accounts
• Certification and previous experience in applying the latest NHA development methodology (SHA 2011), as attested by track record and the attendance to specific WHO training seminars
• Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a creative, clear, direct and lively style

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Public Financial Management, Health Economics, Health Financing, Statistics or equivalent.

7) Reports

7.1 Format and contents

The Outline, Intermediate and Final Reports should specifically address subheadings 1-6 out-lined under section 3.2 and the timeline above.

The reports shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken (by the expert, the EU LHSS programme or the Ministry of Health) to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected results. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations.

Shorter reports will be prepared at the end of each mission. They will have a simpler structure and reflect on the outcomes of the mission, tasks performed, data gathered or analysed, challenges en-countered and the timeliness of the deliverables.

7.2 Delivery and approval of reports

Draft reports will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by detailed list of required activities. They will be re-viewed by the members of the Inter-ministerial Working Group and receive comments at least from the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Strategic Planning and Financing, the Head of the De-partment of Health Financing Affairs and the Head of the HIS Department of the Ministry of Health working in close consultation with the Team Leader/Health Economist. Reports will further be ap-proved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 1st October 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term expert to develop National Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (EmONC) Protocols and conduct an assessment of Maternity and new-born services in two hospitals

Field of activity

Within the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1) Background

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation. The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

2) Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (EmONC)

The overall objective of EmONC support to the Ministry of Health (MoH) through the EU/LHSS pro-gramme is to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and quality of in-service education to physicians, midwives and nurses who provide maternal and neonatal health care.

The purpose of this action would be to establish a sustainable and focused in-service education pro-gramme in Emergency Obstetrical and Neonatal Care based on updated evidence-based government guidelines and protocols.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General Objective of the Mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of Long Term Experts and the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care and responds to a request articulated by the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quality of Care.

The expertise mobilised will support the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quali-ty of Care to:

• To develop national guidelines and protocols for Emergency Maternal Obstetrics and Newborn Care (EmONC)
• To develop a plan to strengthen the capacity of health professionals to provide Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care
• To conduct one two-day OJT (on-job-training) on a relevant topic (e.g. Helping Babies Breathe or AMTSL (Active Management of the Third Stage of Labor) to demonstrate new processes in train-ing staff.

3.2 Specific Objectives of the Mission

i) Design an EmONC in-Service Training Programme ii) Develop National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols iii) Prepare a report based on the assessment of two hospitals to introduce best practices related to the EmONC guidelines and protocols iv) Organise a National Consultative Workshop to present the Draft National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols and an action plan for implementation using two as a plat-form for implementation v) Conduct one two-day training on a topic related to the new Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols (e.g. Helping Babies Breathe or Active Management of the Third Stage of Labour)

Expected Results and Deliverables

• National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols developed
• Proposed plan to strengthen capacity of physicians, midwives, and nurses to provide emergency maternal and neonatal care at two hospitals delivered
• Consultative Workshop organised
• OJT on a topic from EmONC guidelines and protocols to demonstrate new procedures and pro-cesses in training and develop competency in one content area.

4) Management of the Mission

4.1 Work language

The work language is English.

4.2 Responsibilities

The expert will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care, the Team Leader/Health Economist, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union).

A Task Force may be established to guide the development of national guidelines and protocols for emergency obstetrics and newborn care and related training curriculums. The Task Force will report to the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

4.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission will be of 24 person/days and take place during the period of time from 21 October to 30 November 2013. There may be follow-up missions identified according to the re-sults of the STE. The tasks for the expert are as follows:

• Conduct assessment visits to two hospitals.
• Gather information needed to strengthen capacity of health professionals to provide emergency obstetrics and newborn care and submit the outline of the report. The outline will be validated by the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care and address tasks outlined under the subhead-ings i) – v) described under section 3.2. The outline will assist all parties in clarifying deliverables and expectations.
• Develop draft national guidelines for Emergency Obstetrics and Neonatal Care.
• Participate in a National Consultative Workshop to present the draft guidelines and protocols.
• Incorporate feedback gathered into the draft guidelines and protocols and conduct one two-day OJT training on a topic from EmONC Guidelines and Protocols.
• At least one day prior to the end of the mission the expert shall deliver a final report, which should have incorporated feedback from the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

4.4 Location of the Mission

The location of the work is based on the decision of which two hospitals are identified for strengthen-ing capacity of health professionals to provide emergency obstetrics and newborn care and potentially become EmONC training centres. In all likelihood, one hospital will be the Maternity Hospital in Tripoli and the other will be the new maternity hospital in Benghazi.

5) The Expertise Required

5.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE for 24 working days .

5.2 Profile of the Expert

Experience

• At least 10 years clinical experience with 5 years working experience in developing and mentor-ing health professionals and at least 3 years leadership experience in the strategic planning and implementation of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) programmes
• Proven experience in developing SRH and EmNOC quality and rights-based service standards self-assessment tools, clinical guidelines, protocols, algorithms and other clinical support tools (work published or submitted for publication)
• Demonstrated solid experience in curriculum design including adult learning theory and training of master trainers and service providers in field of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and emergency obstetric care
• Proven experience in leading knowledge sharing and knowledge management activities in the field of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) and emergency obstetric care and/or in process, impact, and outcome evaluations of SRH programmes

Qualifications

• University degree in Midwifery, Nursing or Medical Sciences (MD, MBBS) with a focus on repro-ductive health, obstetric, public health, social medicine or equivalent
• Master’s degree and/or doctoral degree in Public Health (MPH) or other related field
• Strong clinical skills in midwifery, nursing or obstetrics and gynaecology including management of complicated and normal birth, counselling, antenatal care, postpartum, management of infectious diseases including HIV, post-partum and post-abortion care, post-abortion care and primary care. Clinical skills in the context of low to medium resource countries strongly preferred
• Recognized expertise in curriculum development, training techniques and performance evaluation
• Demonstrated capacity building skills including coaching, mentoring and training stakeholders
• Proven facilitation and collaboration skills working with multi-level stakeholders, including tech-nical and subject matter experts, local partners and researchers
• Capacity to articulate and address issues that facilitate implementation and sustainability of effective SRH programmes
• Strong decision-making skills and results-oriented approach
• Expert knowledge of SRH/EmONC best practices

• Strong decision-making skills and results-orientation

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• Knowledge of the Libyan health care landscape at national and local level desirable

• Regional experience in the Middle East and North Africa desirable
• Fluent in English and knowledge of Arabic an asset

6) Reports

6.1 Format and contents

The report should specifically address subheadings i) – v) outlined under section 3.2. The report shall include a list of background documents gathered, copy of the National Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Guidelines and Protocols, the assessment of two hospitals, the analysis of feedback gathered from the consultative workshop, and the outline of a curriculum for training physicians and midwives in the use of the newly developed EmONC guideline as an appendix.

The report shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected re-sults. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations for the implementation of the EU/LHSS programme related to strengthening the capacity of health professionals to provide emergency obstetrics and newborn care.

6.2 Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care, working in close consultation with the Short Term Expert on Quality of Care and other Working Group members. The report will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

A Task Force may be established to guide the development of national guidelines and protocols for emergency obstetrics and newborn care and related training curriculums. The Task Force will also review and comment on the report. Feedback will be transmitted through the Chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 20th September 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation).

Email: matthieu.david@giz.de ;

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an
Short-term Expert to Design a Website

National are strongly encouraged to apply

Field of activityWithin the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1 Background

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

2 The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

3 Objectives of the mission

3.1 General objective of the mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of the long-term experts and responds to a request articulated by the Steering Committee of the EU LHSS and the Ministry of Health.

The expertise mobilised will support the programme to:

• Design, develop and launch a high-quality, results-driven website with an easy to use content management system to display information about programme activities and deliverables

3.2 Specific objectives of the mission

1. To evaluate and organise information to design a website that responds to the needs of the pro-spective audience and ideally includes at least seven (7) pages:

• One welcome page including news, events and contacts and links to other web-pages in English
• One welcome page including news, events and contacts and links to other web-pages in Arabic
• One page for Programme Deliverables for Strategic Planning and Health Financing
• One page for Programme Deliverables for Health Service Delivery
• One page for Programme Deliverables for Quality of Care
• One page for Programme Deliverables for Human Resources for Health
• One page for Background Documents

All pages have to be in English with a separate page with same content in Arabic language. Transla-tion will be delivered by the LHSS programme.

1. To design a blueprint for website's structure, layout, functionality, back-end systems and links to other sites, including as a minimum a link to the Ministry of Health and the National Centre for Disease Control

2. To use programming languages and HTML tools, as well as other information technology to create and structure the new website

3. To organise at least three rounds of consultations with a Task Force appointed by the LHSS Steer-ing Committee to solicit comments and input on website design and content

4. To configure the new website to state-of-the-art, secure server environment and link the website to the domain information on the web and to relevant pages

5. To organise at least two internal consultative sessions where the new website shall be presented to the Task Force for review and final approval

6. To launch the website once authorisation has been granted by the Ministry of Health

7. To train at least two local staff to enable them to upload new documents and information

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

• Creative and professional website design and content
• Three rounds of consultations organised with the Task Force to solicit comments and input
• Two internal consultative sessions organised to present the new website to the Task Force
• Website launch
• Front and backend user training

4 Management of the mission

4.1 Work language

The work language is English.

4.2 Responsibilities

The expert will report directly to a Task Force established by the Programme Steering Committee and composed of: Dr. Arbi Gomati, Mr. Abdulbaset Alkawash, Dr. Samir Sagar and the Team Leader of EU-LHSS. The Programme Manager (the European Union) will act as an observer capacity in the Task Force.

The composition of the Task Force may be altered with prior approval of the Chair of the EU LHSS Steering Committee. If a STE for Strategic Communications is mobilised, the expert shall be part of the Task Force and will liaise closely with the website developer.

Website development, from contract signing to the launch of the new website, is expected to take a maximum of twelve working days. It is expected that the design process shall require constant dis-cussion and numerous reviews of initial designs until a consensus is reached. This will include at least three rounds of consultations with a Task Force appointed by the LHSS Steering Committee and at least two consultative sessions where the new website shall be presented to the Task Force for review and final approval. The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Long term and Short Term experts mobilised under the programme and the chairs and co-chairs of all Working Groups.

4.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission will be of up to 12 man/days distributed over a four weeks period be-fore end of 2013. The programme reserves the right to extend the contract for post-design on-call services to address any start-up issues.

4.4 Location of the mission

The location of the mission is Tripoli, Libya

5 The expertise required

5.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE: up to 12 working days distributed over a four weeks period

5.2 Profile of the expert

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years experience in modern web development and web graphic design
• Proven experience in graphic design, web savvy, planning, web user interface design, web programming, illustration tools, multimedia content development
• Proven understanding of browser capabilities and internet presence
• Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and direct style

• Excellent communication skills and teamwork

• Working knowledge of Arabic desirable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or equivalent

6 Reports

6.1 Format and contents

No report will be required. A website outline, design, development and contents will be the sole deliv-erable of this consultancy.

6.2 Delivery and approval of reports

Not applicable.

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 20th September 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation). Email: matthieu.david@giz.de;Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH
Country: Libya
Closing date: 20 Sep 2013

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

For our operations in Libya/Tripoli, we are looking for a/an

Short-term expert to develop guideline and protocol to screen and manage patients with diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome and conduct an as-sessment in 6 pilot PHC centres

Field of activity
Within the framework of EUNIDA, a grouping of EU Member State implementing agencies, GIZ International Services is managing the EU Libya Health Systems Strengthening Programme.

1) Background

The Libyan health care delivery system reflects past systemic imbalances and the impact of the civil war. Weakened health services are largely deficient in their capacity to attend to the needs of the population. The increased prevalence of mental disorders and physical disabilities –a consequence of the conflict– further exacerbate the situation.

The overall objective of the EU-LHSS programme is to improve efficiency, effectiveness and quality of health service delivery in Libya. The purpose of this action is to strengthen strategic planning, financing as well as management and quality of health service delivery through targeted reforms and pilot interventions.

2) The EU-LHSS programme is articulated around three result areas:

Result One Strategic Planning, Health Financing and Capacity Strengthened: National health strategy, related policies and action plans developed; health financing options identified; provider payment mechanisms reviewed; and capacity of the Ministry of Health and Health Professionals Associations strengthened at all levels.

Result Two Health Service Delivery and Quality of Health Care: Health Service Package successfully rolled out in pilot areas; options for public private partnerships identified; quality of outcomes framework and accreditation standards developed and selected quality improvements reported.

Result Three Workforce Planning, Development and Management: Recruitment and retention targets in place; pre-service and in-service training needs assessed and partially addressed through targeted training and partnerships with training institutions; curricula upgraded and standardised; licensing standards and management tools developed and rolled out in pilot areas.

3) Objectives of the mission

3.1 General Objective of the Mission

The Short-Term Expertise (STE) described in these Terms of Reference is complementary to the tasks of Long Term Experts and the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care and responds to a request articulated by the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quality of Care.

The expertise mobilised will support the Chair, Co-chair and members of the Working Group for Quali-ty of Care to:

• Develop national guidelines for diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome; and
• Develop a plan to strengthen the capacity of health professionals to screen and provide effective care for patients with diabetes.

3.2 Specific objectives of the Mission

i) Develop national guidelines and protocols for diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.
ii) Design an in-service training programme in order to train health professionals in use of national guidelines and protocol for diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.
iii) Prepare a report based on assessment of six pilot PHC centres to introduce best practices relat-ed to the national guidelines and protocols for diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.
iv) Present at a Consultative Workshop to elicit feedback on draft national guidelines and protocols and a plan to strengthen the capacity of health professionals in PHC centres.

3.3 Expected results and deliverables

• Final draft of national guidelines and protocols developed for diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.
• Proposed in-service training plan developed to strengthen capacity of physicians, nurses and other staff to screen and provide care to diabetic patients at 6 pilot PHC centres.
• Consultative Workshop of Stakeholders organised.
• Feedback solicited and integrated into the proposal.
• Final report submitted two days prior to the end of the mission.

4) Management of the Mission

4.1 Work language

The work language is English.

4.2 Responsibilities

The expert will report directly to the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care.

The expert will also ensure close consultation with the Short Term Expert for Quality of Care, the Team Leader/Health Economist, the Consultant (EUNIDA) and the Project Manager (the European Union) and the members of the Consultative Working Group assembled to develop the national guidelines for diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.

4.3 Timetable

The duration of the mission will be of 18 person/days and take place during the period of time be-tween 15 October to 1st December. There may be follow-up missions identified according to the re-sults of the STE. The tasks are as follows:

• Gather information in order to strengthen capacity of health professionals at six primary health care centres to screen and manage the care to patients with diabetes.
• Develop national guidelines and protocols for diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.
• Plan to strengthen the capacity of health professionals.
• Organisation of a Consultative Workshop of Stakeholders.
• Report writing.

4.4 Location of the Mission

The location of the work is based on the decision of which 6 PHC centres are identified for strengthening capacity of health professionals to screen for and manage care of patients with diabetes mellitus.

5) The Expertise Required

5.1 Number of experts and working days

1 STE for 18 working days including travel. 5.2 Profile of the Expert

Experience

• Minimum 10 years demonstrated experience with diabetes management in general practice
• Proven experience in developing clinical guidelines, protocols, algorithms, dosing guides, and other clinical support tools (work published or submitted for publication)
• Proven experience in curriculum design and training of master trainers and service providers
• Proven experience in developing and mentoring health professionals
• Minimum 5 years experience working in developing countries or related field
• Leadership experience in the strategic planning and implementation of programmes
• Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks and short deadlines
• Proven experience working and living in conflict and/or post-conflict settings
• Demonstrated strong ability to build team capacity among host country partners and counter-parts.
• Proven experience introducing a Family Medicine approach for physicians and nurses working in primary health care

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and/or doctoral degree in Public Health (MPH) or other related field
• Physician with specialty in Family Medicine with 10 years clinical experience
• Strong clinical skills in managing patients with diabetes and obesity and assessing risk factors and counselling patients with these health conditions. Clinical skills in the context of low to medium resource countries strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of best practices and how to assist others to evaluate evidence for best practices related to diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome
• Strong decision-making skills and results-oriented approach
• Strong ability to lead team of staff and/or consultants in design, implementation and follow-up of multi-site programme
• Demonstrated experience working in and managing technical teams, as well as, working inde-pendently with minimum supervision

• Demonstrated experience public speaking on clinical care issues in a manner which reflects sub-ject matter expertise

• Knowledge of Libyan health care landscape at national and local level desirable

• Regional experience in the Middle East and North Africa desirable
• Fluent in English and knowledge of Arabic an asset

6) Reports

6.1 Format and contents

The report should specifically address subheadings i) – iv) outlined under section 3.2.

The report shall also summarise the main activities implemented, potential constraints encountered, the measures taken or to be taken to ensure the achievement of the objectives and the expected re-sults. Further, the report shall deliver an analysis of potential gaps with regards to the expected results as well as recommendations for the implementation of the EU/LHSS programme related to strengthening the capacity of health professionals to provide care for patients with diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.

6.2 Delivery and approval of reports

A draft report will be delivered electronically to the Technical Assistance Team. All documents deliv-ered by the expert shall receive prior approval by the Chair and Co-chair of the Working Group on Quality of Care, working in close consultation with the Short Term Expert on Quality of Care and other Working Group members. The report will further be approved by the Project Manager (the European Union) and the Consultant (EUNIDA/GIZ).

How to apply:

If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 20th September 2013 via email (CV and letter of motivation).

Email: matthieu.david@giz.de ;

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH

Organization: The Reboot
Country: Libya
Closing date: 15 Sep 2013

Reboot is under consideration for a project to support the Libyan electoral commission in designing and implementing a mobile voter registration system in advance of the upcoming Constituent Assembly elections.

We are seeking Tripoli-based Researchers and Facilitators to conduct community research over the course of the project. This contract will require a full-time commitment from early September through the end of October 2013, with the potential to extend on a part-time basis through mid-January 2014.

Responsibilities

*Help identify and recruit respondents that fit desired voter profiles.

*Support the research team in conducting interviews and activities with local respondents.

*Provide linguistic and cultural translation in interactions with local communities.

*Help arrange and conduct user-testing on system components and iterations throughout the contract period.

*Support the research team in analyzing data collected daily to translate research findings into system design improvements.

*Facilitate/participate in training activities supporting elections staff in using the system.

Qualifications

*Must be a native speaker of Arabic (Libyan dialect) and proficient in English

*Must be available for full-time work from early September through the end of October 2013, with availability through mid-January 2014 preferred.

*Must be a Libyan national and currently based in Tripoli.

*Must be curious, street-smart, and quick on their feet.

*Empathy and emotional intelligence are core requirements. Must be sensitive and able to interact well with communities across socioeconomic backgrounds.

*No prior background in elections, mobile, or design research necessary, though any/all would be a plus.

*Experience in social science (and especially ethnographic) research preferred, but not critical. We are also open to working with capable, talented university students, young journalists, social workers, community mobilizers, and other similar profiles –– essentially, candidates that have experience working with communities at a grassroots level.

*Willingness to travel to research locations throughout the country.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates should send completed applications to careers.field@thereboot.org .

All applications must include a CV. Please also indicate a) availability from September 1, 2013 through January 20, 2014, and b) languages spoken. Applications without all the requested information will not be considered.

Organization: International Center for AIDS Care and Treatment Programs
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 31 Aug 2013

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

ICAP, a program of the Mailman School of Public Health at Columbia University, is seeking a Health Informatics Intern – Application Development to be part of the programming team in the Strategic Information (SI) unit. The intern will assist in the development of ICAP’s applications and health information systems.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Adapt the District Health Information System (DHIS) to meet ICAP-specific data collection and data dissemination needs.

• Build data collection systems, based on open-source systems such as OpenMRS.

• Design and develop custom-software systems to support research studies.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, or related field.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to write SQL queries/routines and database development.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Access, Excel and VB Scripting.

• Experience in developing supporting documentation and training non-technical users as necessary.

• Critical thinking and analysis, verbal and written communication.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in developing supporting documentation and training non-technical users as necessary.

• Intermediate proficiency in a high-level programming language (preferably Java) or a scripting language.

• Experience working with DHIS and/or OpenMRS at a programmatic level.

• Experience working with JasperReports.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• None

HOURS/SCHEDULE:

• Up to 20 hours per week. Hours and schedule are flexible to accommodate student's class work.

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please cut and paste the quick link found below to your browser:

jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=137557

Columbia University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Organization: Chemonics
Country: Kenya
Closing date: 01 Sep 2013

Chemonics is seeking long- and short-term professionals for an anticipated USAID-funded project in Kenya focusing on improving the nutritional status of people living with HIV and orphans and vulnerable children by promoting good nutrition and preventing malnutrition. The project will focus on the introduction of effective nutritional products, building a robust supply chain, and improving the performance of health facilities. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

We are seeking specialists in the following areas:

• Nutrition
• Nutrition and health training and capacity building
• Clinical training and capacity building
• HIV/AIDS
• Behavior change communications
• Production and distribution of ready-to-use therapeutic foods
• Health supply chain management
• Health accountability and advocacy
• Procurement
• Health program monitoring and evaluation
• Human capacity development and quality improvement

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred in public health, nutrition, or related field
• Minimum of four years of experience working in health and development projects/programs with substantial expertise in HIV/AIDS interventions and food and nutrition support
• Experience working at county level in health delivery
• Successful record in delivery of technical assistance
• Strong understanding of the nutrition and HIV/AIDS situation and challenges in Kenya
• Experience working collaboratively with the government of Kenya, international donors, and local organizations
• Proven managerial/supervisory experience
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity
• Experience with USAID highly preferred
• Experience working with gender, development, and vulnerable groups is an asset
• Fluency in English is required

Application instructions:

Send electronic submissions to chemonicsnhprecruit@gmail.com by August 16, 2013. Please include the name of the position in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

In addition, please download and complete Chemonics’ equal employment opportunity self-identification form and submit it separately to EEOselfidentify@chemonics.com with only “Technical specialists - PLHIV” in the subject line. If you prefer not to disclose your sex, race, or ethnicity, you may check “I do not wish to complete the information requested.” Thank you for completing the form and supporting our equal employment opportunity reporting requirements.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

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