[Hiring] International PAHO Consultant @Pan American Health Organization

Role Description

The purpose of this consultancy is to support the development, implementation, and promotion of mechanisms that strengthen data sharing with a special focus on foodborne-related events.

The consultant will support the Health Emergency Information & Risk Assessment Unit (HIM) within PHE, in the implementation of activities directly aligned with the Strategy and Regional Action Plan on Epidemic Intelligence.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Data harmonization framework for triangulation of enteric foodborne-related event information.
  • Deliverable: Develop a framework for organizing epidemiological, laboratory, genomic, and event-based information prior to joint analysis.
  • Due date: 31 January 2027
  • Amount: U$ 2,365.00
• Technical reference compendium for country operationalization of the PAHOGen-IHR protocol.
  • Deliverable: Develop a technical compendium bringing together the PAHOGen-IHR information exchange protocol.
  • Due date: 28 February 2027
  • Amount: U$ 4,300.00
• Country technical methodology for PAHOGen-IHR operationalization.
  • Deliverable: Country-specific technical methodology to prepare dossiers synthesizing available information on national epidemic intelligence arrangements.
  • Due date: 30 March 2027
  • Amount: U$ 4,730.00

Note 1: The consultant must provide the manager with a comprehensive technical report detailing all work carried out during the consultancy, which must be submitted before the final invoice to the project manager.

Note 2: The hiring of the selected candidate will be subject to the presentation of the following documents:

• Copy of diploma and/or certificate(s)
• Three letters of professional references that include the full name of the contact person, telephone number, and address or email.

Qualifications

• Education requirements (Qualifications)
  • Essential: A university degree in Social Sciences, public health, or a related area from a recognized institution.
• Experience requirements
  • Essential: At least five years of combined national and/or international experience in epidemiology, surveillance, early warning, community engagement, or related fields within the context of public health emergencies or health systems strengthening.
  • Experience must include:
    • Supporting the development, review, or implementation of national surveillance for early detection and response.
    • Providing technical assistance to Ministries of Health or similar institutions, particularly in the areas of communicable diseases.
    • Designing or advising on training materials related to surveillance.
    • Coordinating with multi-stakeholder teams and managing follow-up processes across multiple countries.
    • Drafting technical documents and synthesizing recommendations aligned with global frameworks.
• Languages: Excellent Knowledge of English or Spanish required.

Requirements

• Band/range - Band A USD $215.00 Daily rate
• Total amount: USD $11,395.00
• Expected duration: From 15 January 2027 to 30 March 2027
• Location: The consultant will perform their duties from their place of residence. When required, the consultant may be asked to travel to support technical cooperation missions in the Region related to the objectives described in this Terms of Reference.

Additional Information

• This vacancy notice may be used to identify candidates for other similar consultancies at the same level.
• Successful candidates will be placed on the roster and subsequently may be selected for consultancy assignments falling in this area of work or for similar requirements/tasks/deliverables.
• Inclusion in the Roster does not guarantee selection for a consultant contract.
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• All applicants are required to complete an online profile to be considered for this consultancy.
• 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.
• PAHO/WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED).
• PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and College Navigator to support the validation process.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO/WHO Regulations, and e-Manual.
• PAHO/WHO is committed to providing a respectful and supportive workplace for all personnel.
• PAHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability.
• PAHO also promotes a work environment that is free from harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other types of abusive behavior.
• PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of abusive conduct.
• PAHO personnel interact frequently with people in the communities we serve.
• Applications from women and from nationals of non and underrepresented Member States are particularly encouraged.
• Consultants shall perform the work as independent contractors in a personal capacity, and not as a representative of any entity or authority.
• PAHO/WHO shall have no responsibility whatsoever for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant.