International Consultant - Primary Care Consultant, Nurse

Job Posting Organization:
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Established on April 7, 1948, WHO's mission is to promote health, keep the world safe, and serve vulnerable populations. With over 7,000 employees and operations in more than 150 countries, WHO plays a crucial role in coordinating global health responses, setting health standards, and providing technical assistance to countries. The organization focuses on various health issues, including infectious diseases, noncommunicable diseases, health systems strengthening, and emergency response.

Job Overview:
The position of International Consultant - Primary Care Consultant, Nurse is aimed at engaging an expert in primary care and family practice nursing to assist the Palestinian Ministry of Health (MoH) in enhancing postgraduate training for nurses in primary care. The consultant will be responsible for reviewing existing training programs, developing a national competency-based curriculum, and establishing a pathway for accreditation and professional recognition of primary care nursing in the occupied Palestinian territory. This role is critical in strengthening primary care service delivery, improving the quality of care, and contributing to Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the region. The consultant will work closely with WHO technical advisors, the MoH, and educational institutions to ensure that all outputs are evidence-informed and operationally feasible within the West Bank context.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive mapping and review of existing postgraduate training programs for primary care/family practice nursing in the West Bank, including key informant interviews and analysis of training content and delivery capacity.
• Develop a national competency-based postgraduate curriculum for primary care/family practice nursing through a participatory process with selected educational institutions.
• Review and establish a pathway for national accreditation, professional recognition, and licensing of primary care nursing, detailing the necessary steps for operationalization within the health system.
• Produce recommendations for a continuous professional development (CPD) program for primary care nurses, including a scoping review of existing CPD systems and a proposal for implementation.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including the MoH and partner educational institutions, to ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks and health system needs.
• Prepare detailed reports and documentation for each deliverable, ensuring that all outputs are evidence-based and contextually relevant.

Required Qualifications:
Essential qualifications include a first-level university degree in Nursing, an advanced university degree in nursing, medical education, health systems/policy, or public health, and a postgraduate qualification in primary care/family practice nursing. Candidates must have at least 10 years of clinical experience in primary care or family practice, documented experience in developing postgraduate training curricula for nurses, and practical experience in designing and delivering nursing education programs. Desirable qualifications include clinical experience within the Palestinian health system or similar contexts, as well as strong technical skills in curriculum design and stakeholder facilitation.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a first-level university degree in Nursing, complemented by an advanced university degree in nursing, medical education, health systems/policy, or public health. Additionally, a postgraduate qualification specifically in primary care or family practice nursing is essential for this role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of clinical professional experience in primary care or family practice. Candidates should have documented experience in developing postgraduate training curricula for nurses and practical experience in designing and delivering nursing education programs. Experience in the Palestinian health system or similar contexts is considered an asset, as it provides valuable insights into the local healthcare landscape and challenges.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of Arabic or other languages relevant to the Palestinian context would be advantageous but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is expected to last for 11 months, with a full-time equivalent commitment of 40 hours per week. The consultant will work remotely but may need to travel to the West Bank and Gaza for up to 4 weeks, depending on security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security conditions. The remuneration for this position ranges from USD 500 to 625 per day, with a monthly payment between USD 10,000 and 12,50

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