Consultancy for establishment of Central Laboratory Support Unit for Primary Healthcare - Nationals only (8 months)

UN Children's Fund - UNICEF

Consultant Closes 13 Apr 2026 0 days left

Overview

Consultancy to establish and operationalize a central laboratory support unit for primary healthcare services, standardizing processes, and establishing monitoring mechanisms.


Key Responsibilities
  • Map existing laboratory services and design a central support system.
  • Draft SOPs for specimen collection, analysis, reporting, and documentation.
  • Develop training materials and conduct training sessions for MoHP staff.
  • Establish a KPI framework and reporting templates.
  • Review and recommend changes to the standard equipment list for PHC laboratories.
  • Prepare a handover package including manuals and reporting templates.
  • Submit a final consultancy report with sustainability recommendations.
Required Experience
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in laboratory systems strengthening, preferably in PHC and/or governmental facilities.
  • Proven experience in SOP development, KPI monitoring, and equipment standardization.
  • Strong understanding of Egypt’s government systems and MoHP structures.
  • Experience with WHO/UNICEF frameworks and national guidelines.
Qualifications

• Advanced degree in laboratory sciences, public health, or related field.

Other Details
Languages Required
• Fluency in both written and spoken Arabic and English is a must.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
8 months
Work Modality
Presence at MoHP premises for 2 days per week is expected with otherwise remote work. Field visits to primary healthcare facilities expected.
Remuneration
Not specified
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