National Consultant Public Health Specialist

Overview

The consultant will provide technical advice on public health matters, focusing on strengthening cooperation on migration management and improving public health and environmental surveillance in southern Algeria.

Tasks Summary

• Coordinate with MoH, regional health authorities, WHO and other partners to align outreach activities with national health priorities.
• Liaise with MOH to receive confirmation of specifications for mobile lab and related equipment purchase.
• Initiate and follow up the procurement process for the mobile lab and related equipment.
• Conduct 1 workshop on migrant access to healthcare services.
• Develop SOPs for referral, reporting, and emergency response.
• Coordinate the completion of the purchase process for mobile laboratory equipment.
• Develop and deliver a comprehensive training program to 50 local operators on laboratory procedures, biosafety, quality control, psychosocially informed care, and data management.

Experience Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in public health program implementation, preferably in mobile health services, infectious disease surveillance, laboratory system strengthening, or humanitarian/migration health contexts. Experience working with health ministries or UN agencies.

Qualification Requirements

Bachelors or Equivalent

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in English and French

Languages Preferred: Fluency in Arabic

Contract Duration: Up to 11 months

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