Consultancy on Medical Oncology and Palliative Care

Overview

Consultancy to establish foundational elements for enhanced cancer care in Afghanistan, including launching clinical services, piloting community-based support, initiating new clinical departments, and building frameworks for workforce training.

Tasks Summary

• Develop and finalize a comprehensive clinical oncology training curriculum.
• Coordinate and conduct initial online and in-person training for health professionals.
• Oversee the final development, testing, and launch of a WebApp for early detection and networking.
• Conduct initial training for health professionals on WebApp use and manage its promotion.
• Oversee the recruitment and initial training of female community health workers for a home-based support program.
• Develop and publish a Training Guide for Community Support Ladies and a Pamphlet for Family Members.
• Initiate the pilot home-based support program.
• Coordinate with designated centres to set up and launch 4 new clinics for patient navigation, prevention, and early detection.
• Ensure clinics are equipped and staff are trained on initial protocols.
• Provide technical support for the establishment of a pilot Palliative Care department.
• Provide on-site technical support during the initial setup phase of the Palliative Care department.

Experience Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in managing complex health system strengthening projects, preferably in oncology/NCDs in low-resource settings.
• International experience is mandatory.
• Direct experience in medical curriculum development and health workforce training.
• Familiarity with digital health tools and community-based health programs.
• Strong understanding of the cultural and operational context in Afghanistan is essential.

Qualification Requirements

• Master's level or advanced degree in Oncology, Palliative Care, Public Health, or a related field (Epidemiology, Public Health).

Other Details

Languages Required: • Expert knowledge of English.

Languages Preferred: • Knowledge of Dari and/or Pashto is an asset.

Contract Duration: 6 months

Work Modality: Part-time, with a significant portion of the work conducted in person at the duty station: Kabul, Afghanistan, with travel as outlined below.

Remuneration: While on mission, the Consultant will receive a subsistence allowance.