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Technical Officer, Laboratory Sciences
Chanthaboury (Vientiane Capital)
FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that works to improve health, education, and economic opportunity so people can live healthy lives. The EpiC project supports HIV programs, strengthens global health security, improves maternal and child health, addresses malaria, and helps build strong health systems. In Laos, FHI 360 has supported the Ministry of Health for many years, including HIV programming through the LINKAGES and EpiC projects. In 2026, EpiC Laos will continue to strengthen outbreak detection, expand field epidemiology training, improve laboratory and surveillance systems, enhance biosafety and biosecurity, and support coordinated response to public health threats. **Position Summary** The Technical Officer, Laboratory Sciences will work with the EpiC Laos team, government partners, and laboratory networks across the country. The role focuses on improving diagnostic services, strengthening specimen management and transport, and supporting laboratory quality systems. The position will also support training, field supervision, and coordination across national, provincial, and district laboratories. The goal is to help improve timely detection, reporting, and response to infectious disease threats. **Key Responsibilities** - Responsible for the provision of technical assistance to strengthen laboratory services for the prevention, detection, and response to infectious disease threats. - Provide technical support to national stakeholders for developing or updating national diagnostic network strategic plans, SOPs and policies. - Support national, provincial, and district laboratories in updating specimen referral pathways, specimen collection and transport guidelines, and outbreak investigation procedures. - Coordinate and facilitate training for health workers on specimen handling, quality assurance, laboratory standards, and communication of laboratory results. - Support laboratory quality management activities to improve diagnostic readiness and service quality. - Provide technical assistance for national laboratory accreditation, licensing, and external quality assessment programs. - Coordinate maintenance of laboratory equipment and ensure proper management of laboratory commodities. - Conduct field visits to provide quality assurance, quality improvement, and on-the-job training in diagnostic services, biosafety and biosecurity, and supply chain procedures. - Support training activities for diagnostic facilities within the EpiC project and contribute to reporting on training outcomes. - Support coordination across different levels of the supply chain for laboratory commodities. - Assist with other tasks as assigned by supervisors. **Required Qualifications and Skills** - Bachelor’s degree in public health, medical laboratory sciences, or another relevant discipline, or an international equivalent. - Minimum of six years of relevant professional experience, including at least three years working in global health security or infectious disease laboratory programs under donor‑funded initiatives. - Demonstrated familiarity with Laos health and development programs, including national laboratory protocols, guidelines, and health information systems. - Proven experience in capacity building and providing supervision for laboratory facilities. - Strong skills in report writing, data analysis, and professional communication. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. - Ability to travel within Laos and internationally as needed. - Advanced English language proficiency **Experience** - Prior involvement with programs supported by the United States Government. - Working knowledge of the Laos public health sector and NGO landscape. - Experience supporting laboratory strengthening activities at national or provincial levels. - Experience with laboratory quality management systems including biosafety and biosecurity - Experience managing or coordinating specimen transport and referral systems. - Experience working with laboratory information systems or basic digital reporting tools. **Additional Information** This job description outlines the main duties of the position. It does not limit tasks that may be assigned. Management may revise the description at any time. FHI 360 offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. To view all open positions, please visit the FHI 360 Career Center. ***The expected hiring salary range for this role is indexed at USD 12,000 - 16,000 for annual basic salary. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, market pay, and budget. For internal candidates, salary placement will also follow FHI 360’s current promotional increase guidelines*** This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time. FHI 360 is an [equal opportunity employer](http://www.fhi360.org/careers/eeo) whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Our values and commitments to safeguarding: FHI 360 is committed to preventing any type of abuse, exploitation and harassment in our work environments and programs, including sexual abuse, exploitation and harassment. FHI 360 takes steps to safeguard the welfare of everyone who engages with our organization and programs and requires that all personnel, including staff members and volunteers, share this commitment and sign our code of conduct. All offers of employment will be subject to appropriate screening checks, including reference, criminal record and terrorism finance checks. FHI 360 also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), facilitated by the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response. In line with the MDS, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any substantiated findings of sexual abuse, exploitation and/or harassment during the applicant’s tenure with previous employers. By applying, job applicants confirm their understanding of these recruitment procedures and consent to these screening checks. FHI 360 will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. **FHI 360 will never ask you for your career site username or password, and we will never request money, goods or services during the application, recruitment or employment process. If you have questions or concerns about correspondence from us, please email** [**CareerCenterSupport@fhi360.org**](mailto:CareerCenterSupport@fhi360.org)**.** FHI 360 fosters the strength and health of its workforce through a [competitive benefits package](https://www.fhi360.org/node/689), professional development and policies and programs that support a healthy work/life balance. Join our global workforce to make a positive difference for others — and yourself. Please click [here](https://fhi.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/FHI_360_External_Career_Portal) to continue searching FHI 360's Career Portal.
National Consultant - Vaccine Data Monitoring and Evaluation, WHO Country Office, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Chanthaboury (Vientiane Capital)
Purpose of the Consultancy -------------------------- To provide technical support for data monitoring and evaluation during the bOPV SIA, including readiness assessment, intra-campaign monitoring, and post-campaign coverage verification. The consultancy will also support the National Immunization Programme on strengthening Routine Immunization data management system. Background ------------- In October 2025, Lao PDR confirmed a circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 1 (cVDPV1) outbreak, which required urgent response measures and highlighted the importance of maintaining high population immunity through supplementary immunization activities (SIAs). This event underscored gaps in surveillance and immunization coverage, emphasizing the need for robust monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure timely detection and effective response to poliovirus risks. Building on lessons learned from the cVDPV1 outbreak in 2015-2016, WHO Lao PDR, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and partners, is planning a bivalent oral polio vaccine (bOPV) SIA in 2026. The campaign aims to strengthen immunity among children under five and prevent future outbreaks. Effective monitoring and evaluation will be critical to assess readiness, track campaign performance, and verify coverage, ensuring that the SIA achieves its objectives and contributes to polio eradication efforts in the country. Therefore, VDI team is seeking a national STC to strengthening of bOPV SIAs and routine vaccine data management system including monitoring and evaluation of the bOPVs SIA. Deliverables --------------- Under the overall supervision of the WHO Lao PDR VDI Team Leader with guidance from the country office team and in collaboration with the National Immunization Programme of the Ministry of Health, the consultant will: - Review and finalize the bOPV SIA monitoring tools and checklists, and conduct readiness assessments at national and provincial levels. - Carry out real-time monitoring and rapid convenience monitoring (RCM), analyse daily coverage data, and prepare written feedback for the NIP and sub-national EPI teams. - Conduct the post-campaign coverage assessment using Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) or an equivalent method, and compile and analyse the data for the final evaluation report. - Prepare data harmonization inputs with MOH, WHO, UNICEF, CHAI and other partners, and prepare technical updates for coordination meetings. **Output 1: bOPV SIA monitoring plan, tools and checklists finalized and readiness assessment completed.** Deliverable 1.1: Finalized monitoring plan, tools and checklists submitted before the campaign. Deliverable 1.2: National and provincial readiness assessment report submitted prior to each round. **Output 2: Intra-campaign monitoring conducted and daily coverage analysis reported.** Deliverable 2.1: Daily monitoring and supervision, and RCM reports produced during each campaign round, with written feedback shared with the immunization technical working group. **Output 3: Post-campaign coverage verified and final evaluation report produced.** Deliverable 3.1: Preliminary coverage analysis report (LQAS/equivalent) prepared in collaboration with NIP and partners. Deliverable 3.2: Comprehensive monitoring and evaluation report of the bOPV SIA submitted at the end of the assignment. Qualifications, experience, skills and languages ------------------------------------------------ **Educational Qualifications** Essential: A first university (bachelor’s) degree in computer science, data science, statistics, public health or a related field, or equivalent professional training from a recognized institution. Desirable: A master’s degree in computer science, public health or a related field. **Work Experience** Essential: Minimum 2 years of experience in the area of program data management or its related field Desirable: Experience with international organizations, an advantage **Skills/Knowledge** - Demonstrated knowledge of data management and processes (data quality, analysis and use techniques); - Ability to work independently under pressure without close supervision and to deliver high-quality work on time; - Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as a member of a team, including effectively working with policy-makers and partners; - Good oral and written communication skills; - Good computer skills. Languages and level required ------------------------------- Essential: Fluent in Lao and have a high degree of competency in reading, written and spoken English. Place of assignment ------------------- Onsite in Vientiane, Lao PDR Travel --------- Extensive travel within province of assignment will be required; Remuneration and budget (travel costs are excluded): ------------------------------------------------------- Remuneration: USD 2500 per month Expected duration of contract: 6 months full time contract Additional Information: -------------------------- • This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level. • Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. • A written test may be used as a form of screening. • If your candidature is retained for interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. • For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int. • The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion) are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to reasonableaccommodation@who.int • An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values) into practice. • WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should report to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates. • WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. • Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority. • WHO shall have no responsibility for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by WHO. • Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO international travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at shws@who.int. • In case the recruitment website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click the link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: Instructions for candidates.
Consultant - Healthcare Financing Strategy 2026
Chanthaboury (Vientiane Capital)
#### Purpose of the Consultancy To support the Ministry of Health (MOH) in pursuing health financing reforms to improve efficiency, equity, accountability and sustainability of health systems in Lao PDR towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC) by developing the Health Financing Strategy 2026-2030 based on the 10th Health Sector Development Plan (HSDP) and current and future health challenges. #### Background Strengthening sustainable financing is critical in maintaining essential health services while improving the health system’s preparedness and readiness for emerging health threats and challenges in the context of the current dire economic situation and donor transition to strengthen resilient health systems and advance universal health coverage (UHC) and other health-related SDGs. With high inflation rates and kip depreciation, Lao PDR has been facing an unprecedented economic crisis since 2023 and until now. The de facto total government budget allocated for health lost half its purchasing power. The 2023 Law on Health mandates a 9% budget allocation – but – just 4 to 5% has actually been provided. Lao PDR is preparing for donor transition with their plan for graduation from Least Developed Country status by 2026 and Gavi transition and Global Fund in the coming years, requiring a much higher level of domestic funding for health and strategic engagement with donors. Moreover, with the geopolitical situation, decrease in ODA and donor support at the global and country levels will be expected, which will affect health planning and financing and the implementation of the health sector strategies and policies in Lao PDR. In this context, it is critical to strengthen sustainability to maintain essential health services and increase efficiency to maximize values of the limited budget available to advance UHC while increasing domestic resource generation (e.g., health taxes including tobacco taxes). Improving efficiency to avoid duplicated support and identify priority areas for enhanced collaboration is critical, particularly for health planning and financing. The government of Lao PDR has been committed to strengthening primary health care as a core foundation to reach the hard-to-reach population and improve efficiency, resilience and sustainability of the health system in their pathway towards achieving UHC. Strengthening sustainable health financing is core to addressing key challenges and achieving the government’s goals through transformative primary health care for UHC in Lao PDR. With support from WHO, MOH endorsed the Health Financing Strategy 2021-2025 and Vision 2030 on 8 October 2021 and WHO supported MOH in implementing the Strategy, including monitoring the progress of the Strategy through Health Financing Technical Working Group meetings. This Strategy prioritizes primary health care and provides a clear direction to improve efficiency, equity, resilience and sustainability of the health system. The Department of Planning and Finance (DPF), MOH requested WHO to support the review and update of the Health Financing Strategy 2021-2025 and Vision 2030 for the next five years (2026-2030) aligned with the 10th HSDP to reflect ongoing discussions on health financing reforms and current and future health challenges. This consultancy will be important to support urgent requests from DPF/MOH in moving forward with sustainable health financing for the health system in the coming years. #### Deliverables Under the direct guidance of Technical Officer for Health Financing with supervision of the HSD Coordinator at the WHO Lao PDR Country Office. The consultant will provide in-country technical support support DPF in drafting the Health Financing Strategy 2026-2030 based on the review of the Health Financing Strategy 2021-2025 and the comments received from national stakeholders and development partners. The consultant will be expected to contribute to the achievement of the following output: Output 1: Support DPF in drafting the Health Financing Strategy 2026-2030 based on the review of the Health Financing Strategy 2021-2025 and the comments received from national stakeholders and development partners. Deliverable 1.1: Support the consultations with key stakeholders and partners and develop a summary of the consultations through the consultancy period Deliverable 1.2: Develop a draft summary of strategic objectives and priority activities for each strategic objective. Deliverable 1.3: Develop a draft Health Financing Strategy 2026-2030. Deliverable 1.4: Finalize a draft Health Financing Strategy 2026-2030 based on the comments from HSD team, national stakeholders and partners The consultant is expected to submit a monthly report including deliverables with an agreed timeline. #### Qualifications, experience, skills and languages ##### Education qualifications **Essential:** Advanced degree (master’s level or above) in public health, international development, social sciences, management sciences or other related field from a recognized university. ##### Experience **Essential:** Over ten years’ experience related to health financing, health economics, or social health protection. ##### Technical skills and knowledge Sound understanding of health financing, health economics or social health protection in development contexts. Quantitative skills, including statistical analysis. Excellent writing skills. Ability to interact with government counterparts. ##### Language requirements Excellent speaking and writing skills in English required. #### Location The consultant will be based in Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR with potentially having to undertake duty travel to provinces. #### Travel The consultant may be required to travel within Lao PDR. #### Remuneration and budget Remuneration: Payband C, USD 500 (daily) Duration: 5.5 months, July to December 2026, part-time FTE equivalent to 40 days. #### Additional Information: • This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level. • Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted. • A written test may be used as a form of screening. • If your candidature is retained for interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: <http://www.whed.net/>. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review. • For information on WHO's operations please visit: <http://www.who.int>. • The WHO is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The WHO recruits workforce regardless of disability status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, language, race, marital status, religious, cultural, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds, or any other personal characteristics. The WHO is committed to achieving gender parity and geographical diversity in its workforce. Women, persons with disabilities, and nationals of unrepresented and underrepresented Member States (<https://www.who.int/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion>) are strongly encouraged to apply for WHO jobs. Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be sent through an email to [reasonableaccommodation@who.int](<mailto: reasonableaccommodation@who.int>) • An impeccable record for integrity and professional ethical standards is essential. WHO prides itself on a workforce that adheres to the highest ethical and professional standards and that is committed to put the WHO Values Charter (<https://www.who.int/about/who-we-are/our-values>) into practice. • WHO has zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct (i.e., discrimination, abuse of authority and harassment). All members of the WHO workforce have a role to play in promoting a safe and respectful workplace and should re-port to WHO any actual or suspected cases of SEA, sexual harassment and other types of abusive conduct. To ensure that individuals with a substantiated history of SEA, sexual harassment or other types of abusive conduct are not hired by the Organization, WHO will conduct a background verification of short-listed candidates. • WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. • Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority. • WHO shall have no responsibility for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by WHO. • Please note that WHO’s contracts are conditional on members of the workforce confirming that they are vaccinated as required by WHO before undertaking a WHO assignment, except where a medical condition does not allow such vaccination, as certified by the WHO Staff Health and Wellbeing Services (SHW). The successful candidate will be asked to provide relevant evidence related to this condition. A copy of the updated vaccination card must be shared with WHO medical service in the medical clearance process. Please note that certain countries require proof of specific vaccinations for entry or exit. For example, official proof /certification of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter many countries. Country-specific vaccine recommendations can be found on the WHO inter-national travel and Staff Health and Wellbeing website. For vaccination-related queries please directly contact SHW directly at [shws@who.int](<mailto: shws@who.int>). • In case the recruitment website does not display properly, please retry by: (i) checking that you have the latest version of the browser installed (Chrome, Edge or Firefox); (ii) clearing your browser history and opening the site in a new browser (not a new tab within the same browser); or (iii) retry accessing the website using Mozilla Firefox browser or using another device. Click the link for detailed guidance on completing job applications: [Instructions for candidates](https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/stellis/20211118-how-to-apply-to-who-job-opportunities.pdf?sfvrsn=650fa59d_3).
National Technical Animal Health Assistant
Chanthaboury (Vientiane Capital)
**Organizational Setting** The main aim of FAO Country Offices, headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments to develop policies, programmes, and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors, and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner. FAO participates in the development and implementation of field projects in the sectors of food security, agriculture, and rural development. This requires the integration within the broader framework of sustainable food and agriculture that aims at increasing production and productivity, addressing climate change, and managing natural resources; and enhance rural livelihoods. FAO in Lao PDR is dedicated to working with the government in preventing and controlling emerging infectious and zoonotic diseases by working closely with national stakeholders in the animal production and health sector. **Reporting Lines** The National Technical Animal Health Assistant reports directly to the AHP Country Team Leader, Lao PDR, under the operational guidance of the Operations Officer, technical guidance of the Animal Health Specialist, and the overall administrative and functional guidance of the FAO Representative in Lao PDR. The incumbent will closely collaborate with project staff as well as with government counterparts at national and provincial level and other implementing partners and stakeholders. He/she acts independently in routine matters. Supervision received is focused on the quality of the work performed and provides for on-the-job learning. **Technical Focus** The incumbent will provide technical, operational, and coordination support for implementation of animal health, laboratory, surveillance, AMR/AMU, biosafety, and One Health related activities in Lao PDR. **Tasks and responsibilities** • Support implementation of project activities related to animal health, zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), antimicrobial use (AMU), biosafety, and One Health initiatives; • Coordinate with the government partner at central and sub-national level and other relevant stakeholders for effective implementation of activities; • Support planning, organization, and facilitation of meetings, workshops, trainings, simulation exercises, and field activities; • Assist in preparation of technical documents, presentations, meeting reports, workshop summaries, and mission reports; • Support field activities including sample collection, surveillance, outbreak investigation, biosafety and biosecurity assessments, and monitoring missions; • Work closely with Data Management Officer and M&E Specialist for assist in data collection, entry, validation, analysis, and reporting related to surveillance, laboratory activities, AMR/AMU studies, and other project activities; • Support laboratory strengthening and capacity building activities for national and sub-national animal health staff; • Assist with monitoring implementation progress against approved workplans and support preparation of periodic technical and progress reports; • Support coordination and communication between FAO, government counterparts, implementing partners, and donors; • Assist with procurement plan for laboratory equipment, reagents, consumables, training materials, and field activities; • Contribute to development and review of technical guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, IEC materials, and communication products; • Support knowledge management, information sharing, and documentation of lessons learned and best practices; • Participate in field missions and provide technical support during emergency response activities as required; • Perform other related duties as assigned. **CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING** **Minimum Requirements** • University degree in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Health, Livestock Production, Veterinary Public Health, Microbiology, Epidemiology, One Health, Environmental Science or related field; • At least 2 years of relevant professional experience in animal health, laboratory, surveillance, project implementation, or One Health related activities; • Working knowledge of English and Lao languages; • National of Lao PDR. **FAO Core Competencies** • Results Focus • Teamwork • Communication • Building Effective Relationships • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement **Technical/Functional Skills** • Experience supporting animal health, AMR/AMU, surveillance, laboratory, or One Health programmes; • Knowledge of zoonotic diseases, biosafety, biosecurity, and transboundary animal diseases; • Experience organizing trainings, workshops, and field activities; • Ability to prepare technical reports and meeting documentation; • Experience working with government agencies, development partners, or international organizations is an asset; • Good computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and data management tools; • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams; • Willingness to travel to provinces and remote areas as required. **ADDITIONAL INFORMATION** - FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing) - Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted - Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at [http://www.whed.net/ ](https://www.whed.net/home.php) - For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/ - Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
National UNJP Provincial Coordinator Consultant (remote with travel)
Chanthaboury (Vientiane Capital)
Contract Duration *– 12 months* Working arrangement: *Remote with travel* UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit [our website](https://www.unicef.org/) to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. **TERMS OF REFERENCE** The purpose of the consultancy is to provide technical and coordination support to the Provincial Health Office (PHO) in Bolikhamxay Province for the effective planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the UN Joint Programme (UNJP) on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) in Lao PDR. The consultant will serve as the focal point at provincial level, facilitating coordination among government counterparts, UN agencies (WHO, UNICEF and UNFPA), and development partners, supporting capacity-building activities, and conducting regular field monitoring to strengthen RMNCAH service delivery and implementation of the provincial RMNCAH plan. If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: ***[UNJP Provincial Coordinator Consultant.pdf](https://secure.dc7.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtqsP9wGNitgZ-lecvOGif_5BPohR8BIpiKtj54U2dqiI0IuMQP93coqhVdNRzo4uHkTBZ4lNUf3xMnDlZbjBdImgsGLB31B9HO8dAV_irTb9h8145UBvWKoUlgUP-RhByWN1wB-eovEaS6U1QwPEwgw%7e%7e)*** ***Minimum requirements:*** - **Education:** Bachelors in Public Health, medical sciences, community health or another relevant area including social sciences and social development. - **Work Experience:** At least three years of relevant experience in planning and coordinating health programs at provincial and/or district level, with a specific focus on reproductive, maternal and child health - **Language Requirements:** Native or fluent Lao language proficiency required; English an asset - **Knowledge****/Expertise/Skills:** - Familiarity with the Lao PDR health system context and RMNCAH programme implementation. - Strong coordination, communication and report-writing skills. - Ability to work effectively with government counterparts, development partners and multidisciplinary teams. - Ability to work independently, demonstrating initiative and the ability to meet deadlines. - **Desirables:** - Experience working in community health. - Previous experience with the Ministry of Health, provincial health administrations, UN agencies, or international NGOs in the health sector. **For every Child, you demonstrate...** UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: [UNICEF Values](https://www.unicef.org/careers/get-prepared#Values "https://uni.cf/UNICEFValues") UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. [The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone](https://www.unicef.org/careers/equity-inclusion-and-diversity-unicef), irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage [Accessibility | UNICEF](https://www.unicef.org/accessibility#contact). Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially. **Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):** - An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV) - Cover letter - A separate financial proposal (only acceptable in the format of the linked template) [Financial proposal for UNJP Provincial Coordinatior Consultant.xlsx](https://secure.dc7.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtgaY7nCZ5BGBaJ223cRQUhgBwvOD0dbdYYCB5c9DDI6cnezK51Nr__DJSVk2eL7C2znjSA5gAH7f-1XYWwAkiFdDUSlLAChj3BFahYJ3OJ5aMIkvew9XaQIbStNyM_ilbTHJz7hrXzKrmVGQ0n2CPkw%7e%7e) **Remarks:** UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found [here](https://www.unicef.org/careers/unicef-job-categories).