Hiring Now: GESI-Informed KAP Baseline Survey Consultant
Location: Vientiane, Laos (with travel to Bokeo Province)
Contract Type: Short-term (25 days)
Posting Date: December 18, 2024
Closing Date: January 10, 2025
About the Role
The Lao Ministry of Health, with support from Expertise France, seeks a consultant to conduct a Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI)-informed baseline survey in Bokeo Province. This survey will focus on HIV, TB, and malaria to guide integrated and gender-sensitive healthcare interventions.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop survey tools and lead the design of the study methodology.
• Train and supervise data collectors to ensure ethical and accurate data gathering.
• Conduct fieldwork, oversee data collection, and maintain quality assurance.
• Analyze data and produce a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations.
• Present findings to stakeholders during a dissemination workshop.

Qualifications Required:

• University degree in health sciences, social sciences, or international development.
• 5–7 years of experience in conducting health-related baseline studies.
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research, with a focus on GESI.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and report-writing skills in English.
• Familiarity with working in developing countries, preferably Southeast Asia.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced degree in public health, epidemiology, or a related field.
• Experience with HIV, TB, and malaria studies in Laos or the region.
• Knowledge of Lao language is an advantage.

Application Process:
Interested applicants should submit:

1. Cover Letter
2. Technical Proposal (methodology and timeline)
3. Financial Proposal
4. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
5. Two References

Application Deadline: January 10, 2025
Submit to: Philasouk.ipchssm@gmail.com
CC: Atiyehgholami.ipchssm@gmail.com