Qureos Mentor

Palladium Pakistan Pvt Ltd

<div><div><div><div><b>Posted date</b></div> <div>7th November, 2025</div> <div><b>Last date to apply</b></div> <div>7th December, 2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Country</b></div> <div>Pakistan</div> <div><b>Locations</b></div> <div>Peshawar</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Category</b></div> <div>Supply Chain
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Type</b></div> <div>Consultancy</div> <div><b>Position</b></div> <div>1</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Experience</b></div> <div>15 years</div></div></div></div>
<br><p></p><div><p><b>Senior National - Procurement &amp; supply Chain Expert &ndash; Team Lead</b></p>
<p><b><i>
KP TA - Capacity Building on Logistics Best Practices in Health Supply Chain Management in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa</i></b></p>
<p><b>
Programme Overview</b></p>
<p>
Evidence for Health (E4H) is a Foreign, Commonwealth &amp; Development Office (FCDO)-funded programme aimed at strengthening Pakistan's healthcare system, thereby decreasing the burden of illness and saving lives. E4H provides technical assistance (TA) to the Federal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Punjab governments, and is being implemented by Palladium along with Oxford Policy Management (OPM).</p>
<p>
Through its flexible, embedded, and demand-driven model, E4H supports the government to achieve a resilient health system that is prepared for health emergencies, responsive to the latest evidence, and delivers equitable, quality, and efficient healthcare services. Specifically, E4H delivers TA across three outputs:</p>
<p>
Output 1: Strengthened integrated health security, with a focus on preparing and responding to health emergencies, including pandemics.</p>
<p>
Output 2: Strengthened evidence-based decision-making to drive health sector performance and accountability.</p>
<p>
Output 3: Improved implementation of Universal Health Coverage, with a focus on ending preventable deaths.</p>
<p><b>
Position Summary</b></p>
<p>
The goal of this technical assistance is to strengthen district-level logistics management systems in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa by developing a pool of trained trainers capable of cascading knowledge and skills on forecasting, procurement, storage, and inventory management, thereby enhancing the efficiency, transparency, and sustainability of supply chain operations.</p>
<p>
We will achieve this by pursuing four objectives:</p>
<p>
Objective 1: Build the capacity of selected district and provincial trainers to deliver high-quality training on logistics best practices in forecasting, procurement, storage, and inventory management.</p>
<p>
Objective 2: Equip trainers with facilitation, mentoring, and coaching skills to support ongoing capacity building and supervision of logistics staff at district and facility levels.</p>
<p>
Objective 3: Standardize training content and methodologies in line with national supply chain management tools and policies to ensure consistent, sustainable knowledge transfer across the province.</p>
<p><b>
Strategic Approach</b></p>
<p>
Contributions to health systems strengthening</p>
<p>
This technical assistance directly supports the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Good Governance Reform Roadmap by improving efficiency, transparency, and accountability within the provincial health supply chain&mdash;a core enabler of effective service delivery. Through the Training of Trainers approach, it builds institutional capacity to implement the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Health Forecasting and Supply Chain Strategy (2017&ndash;2022), strengthening district systems to plan, procure, and manage commodities more effectively. By addressing systemic bottlenecks in logistics management, data use, and resource allocation, the initiative enhances the resilience and responsiveness of the health system and contributes to more equitable access to essential health services across the province. The technical assistance will be closely aligned with the Health Information Service Delivery Unit (HISDU) and the Provincial Health Services Academy (PHSA) to institutionalize a sustainable training system, ensuring that the pool of master trainers continues to build provincial capacity beyond the life of the project.</p>
<p>
Alignment with other E4H TAs/investments</p>
<p>
This technical assistance builds on earlier E4H support for district health planning and financial gap assessments, which identified logistics and supply chain management as key capacity gaps affecting service delivery. It complements ongoing E4H technical assistance on governance, data use, and accountability by applying these principles within the logistics function. The Training of Trainers model will complement the sustainable training system efforts with the PHSA and maintain close coordination with the HISDU to strengthen institutional linkages for continuous learning and performance monitoring. This alignment promotes long-term sustainability by embedding logistics capacity building within existing provincial structures and ensuring continued improvement in efficiency and transparency across districts.</p>
<p>
Alignment with other donors (if relevant)</p>
<p>
This technical assistance will align with ongoing supply chain strengthening efforts supported by UNICEF, WHO, and the Global Fund, particularly around improving commodity security and use of national logistics tools. Coordination will ensure harmonization of training content, supervision standards, and reporting formats under the Essential Primary Health Services (EPHS) framework. The Provincial Health Services Academy (PHSA) will be engaged to institutionalize the master trainers and integrate logistics modules into provincial training systems, ensuring that donor-supported investments translate into sustained provincial capacity and long-term system resilience.</p>
<p><b>
Scope of Work and Methodology</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance will focus on building a pool of master trainers to strengthen logistics management systems across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In line with the goal and objectives, it will enhance provincial and district capacity to forecast, procure, store, and manage essential commodities efficiently and transparently. The technical assistance will adopt a phased approach, beginning with the development and rollout of a Training of Trainers (TOT), which will serve as the foundation for subsequent cascade trainings across districts.</p>
<p>
Phase I: Design and Preparation</p>
<p>
The initial phase will involve development and validation of a standardized training package on logistics best practices, aligned with the KP Public Health Forecasting and Supply Chain Strategy (2017&ndash;2022). Content will be co-created with DOH and the Health Information Systems and Development Unit (HISDU) to ensure it complements ongoing sustainable training-system efforts and fits within PHSA&rsquo;s institutional framework. A selection process, led jointly by the DOH will identify 20&ndash;25 potential master trainers from provincial and district levels.</p>
<p>
Phase II: Training of Trainers (TOT)</p>
<p>
This phase will deliver a four-day competency-based TOT using a blended learning methodology that integrates short technical presentations, practical exercises, simulations, and peer-to-peer facilitation. Modules will focus on:</p>
<ul>
<li>Forecasting and quantification of essential health commodities.</li>
<li>Procurement and life-cycle costing principles.</li>
<li>Inventory control, storage standards, and data-driven stock management.</li>
<li>Leadership, mentoring, and adult learning techniques.</li>
<li>Participants will practice facilitation and supervision techniques through interactive sessions, with pre- and post-assessments to measure improvements in knowledge and teaching competence.</li>
</ul>
<p>The technical assistance will apply a participatory and systems-strengthening approach that blends classroom instruction, problem-solving exercises, and field-based learning, if needed. Real data from the Logistics Management Information System (LMIS) will be used for case studies and forecasting simulations. Joint planning and review meetings with DOH, and district health authorities will guide implementation and ensure institutional alignment.</p>
<p>
Sustainability: Capacity Building, Institutionalisation, and/or Transition Planning</p>
<p>
This technical assistance is fundamentally a capacity-building intervention, focusing on developing a pool of master trainers capable of delivering high-quality, district-level training on logistics management best practices.</p>
<p>
Institutionalisation will be achieved by aligning with and complementing the sustainable training system efforts led by the PHSA and maintaining coordination with the HISDU. Training materials, tools, and trainer rosters will be integrated into PHSA&rsquo;s capacity development framework to ensure that logistics training is embedded within government systems for ongoing implementation and refresher sessions.</p>
<p>
Transition planning focuses on ensuring that the competencies and systems developed through this technical assistance are fully owned and managed by provincial institutions. The Department of Health, through PHSA and LMU, will continue to coordinate refresher training, track the performance of master trainers, and integrate logistics training into future sectoral capacity-building plans supported by government and partners.</p>
<p><b>
Responsibilities</b></p>
<p>
The Procurement &amp; Supply Chain Expert will provide strategic leadership and technical guidance for the design and implementation of the Training of Trainers (TOT) on logistics best practices, ensuring alignment with national and provincial supply chain policies. They will oversee curriculum development, capacity-building delivery, and coordination with the Department of Health, PHSA, and HISDU to institutionalize sustainable logistics management training systems across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.</p>
<p><b>
Timeline and Days</b></p>
<p>
The level of effort (LOE) for the role is 30 days.</p>
<p><b>
Requirement</b></p>
<p><b><i>
Technical Expertise</i></b></p>
<ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s from an accredited university.</li>
<li>Over 15 years of progressive experience in health supply chain management, including forecasting, procurement, warehousing, and inventory control.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in implementing capacity-building on areas such as forecasting, procurement, warehousing, and inventory control.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of national and provincial health logistics frameworks, tools, and policies.</li>
<li>Proven track record of working with the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Department of Health or similar government institutions on procurement and logistics system strengthening.</li>
</ul>
<p><b><i>Competencies</i></b></p>
<ul>
<li>Proven leadership, coordination, and team management skills.</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on systems strengthening.</li>
<li>Excellent stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to translate technical concepts into practical training content and actionable recommendations.</li></ul></div><p></p>

KPTA Supply Chain - Senior Procurement & Supply Chain Expert – Team Lead

<div><div><div><div><b>Posted date</b></div> <div>28th October, 2025</div> <div><b>Last date to apply</b></div> <div>28th November, 2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Country</b></div> <div>Pakistan</div> <div><b>Locations</b></div> <div>Peshawar</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Category</b></div> <div>Training &amp; Development
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Type</b></div> <div>Consultancy</div> <div><b>Position</b></div> <div>1</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Experience</b></div> <div>10 years</div></div></div></div>
<br><p></p><div><p><b>Mid National - RMNCH Coordinator &amp; Trainer</b></p>
<p><b><i>
KP TA - Capacity Strengthening of RMNCH Systems for Perinatal and Neonatal Death Reviews in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa</i></b></p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Programme Overview</b></p>
<p>
Evidence for Health (E4H) is a Foreign, Commonwealth &amp; Development Office (FCDO)-funded programme aimed at strengthening Pakistan's healthcare system, thereby decreasing the burden of illness and saving lives. E4H provides technical assistance (TA) to the Federal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Punjab governments, and is being implemented by Palladium along with Oxford Policy Management (OPM).</p>
<p>
Through its flexible, embedded, and demand-driven model, E4H supports the government to achieve a resilient health system that is prepared for health emergencies, responsive to the latest evidence, and delivers equitable, quality, and efficient healthcare services. Specifically, E4H delivers TA across three outputs:</p>
<p>
Output 1: Strengthened integrated health security, with a focus on preparing and responding to health emergencies, including pandemics.</p>
<p>
Output 2: Strengthened evidence-based decision-making to drive health sector performance and accountability.</p>
<p>
Output 3: Improved implementation of Universal Health Coverage, with a focus on ending preventable deaths.</p>
<p><b>
Position Summary</b></p>
<p>
The goal of this technical assistance is to strengthen the capacity of SBAs in selected districts of KP to implement perinatal and neonatal mortality surveillance and the &ldquo;Making Every Baby Count&rdquo; initiative, thereby improving the identification, reporting, and response to preventable neonatal deaths.</p>
<p>
We will achieve this by pursuing four objectives:</p>
<p>
Objective 1: Build SBA capacity to conduct perinatal and neonatal mortality surveillance and deliver high-quality immediate newborn care in line with national and WHO &ldquo;Making Every Baby Count&rdquo; standards.</p>
<p>
Objective 2: Establish and operationalise district-level review and response mechanisms for perinatal and neonatal deaths, integrated into existing health governance and data systems.</p>
<p>
Objective 3: Institutionalise a sustainable capacity-building and mentorship framework within the DOH KP to strengthen ongoing accountability, data use, and neonatal survival outcomes.</p>
<p><b>
Strategic Approach</b></p>
<p><b>
Contributions to health systems strengthening</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance will strengthen KP&rsquo;s health system by addressing a critical bottleneck&mdash;the limited capacity of SBAs and weak mortality surveillance at the PHC level. By embedding perinatal and neonatal mortality surveillance and the &ldquo;Making Every Baby Count&rdquo; framework within PHC facilities, the technical assistance enhances data quality, accountability, and quality of care for mothers and newborns. The work directly supports the development and future implementation of District Action Plans (DAPs) focusing on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (RMNCH), for which necessary funds will be requested through provincial planning and budgeting processes. Furthermore, it aligns with the Good Governance Reform Roadmap, chaired by the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which identifies expansion of 24/7 Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (BEmONC) services to PHC facilities as a provincial priority. Through strengthened SBA skills, structured mortality review mechanisms, and improved use of routine data, this technical assistance contributes to building a more resilient, accountable, and responsive provincial health system.</p>
<p><b>
Alignment with other E4H TAs/investments</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance builds on previous E4H and FCDO-supported efforts that laid the strategic groundwork for health system strengthening in KP, including the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Roadmap and the Quality of Care (QOC) Strategic Plan. It aligns closely with the District Action Plans (DAPs) being developed with a focus on RMNCH, supporting their successful operationalisation and integration into provincial planning and financing processes. The technical assistance also draws on the SBAs Manual developed under FCDO&rsquo;s earlier Integrated Health System Strengthening Delivery Project (IHSSDP) to ensure standardised training and mentorship across primary health care facilities.</p>
<p><b>
Alignment with other donors (if relevant)</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance will closely work with the ongoing work of development partners including United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) which supports Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) and Small and Sick Newborn Care (SSNCU); the World Health Organization (WHO) which provides technical guidance for Every Newborn Action Plan (ENAP) implementation and Quality of Care improvement; the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) which contributed strengthening Primary Health Care (PHC) and newborn survival systems; and Jhpiego, which focused on capacity building of midwives and SBAs. This alignment will promote synergy, reduce duplication, and reinforce coordinated action toward achieving provincial RMNCH and neonatal survival goals. Additionally, the team will also coordinate with the broader World Bank&ndash;funded initiatives, including the HCIP, National Health Support Project (NHSP), and the Primary Health Care Revamp Project, to ensure alignment, promote synergy, reduce duplication, and reinforce coordinated action toward achieving provincial Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) and neonatal survival goals.</p>
<p><b>
Scope of Work and Methodology</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance aims to strengthen provincial and district capacities in KP to institutionalise perinatal and neonatal death reviews in alignment with WHO&rsquo;s Every Baby Counts framework. By enhancing the skills, systems, and coordination mechanisms of RMNCH structures, the technical assistance will promote data-driven accountability for newborn survival, enabling evidence-based decision-making to reduce preventable neonatal deaths in two selected districts of each province.</p>
<p>
The team will work closely with the RMNCH, along with the National Health Support Project (NHSP), Human Capital Investment Project (HCIP), and the Primary Revamp Project, to ensure complementarity, alignment, and sustainability of interventions within the broader provincial health reform agenda.</p>
<p>
The technical assistance will be implemented through a phased approach focusing on provincial sensitisation, district-level capacity building, and strengthening accountability and coordination systems.</p>
<p><b>
Provincial-Level Sensitisation and Coordination</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li>Conduct sensitisation sessions with provincial RMNCH units and technical working groups (TWGs) in KP on WHO/UNICEF guidelines for perinatal and neonatal death reviews (Every Baby Counts).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Support regularisation of TWG meetings on a quarterly basis under the leadership of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Facilitate evidence-based discussions using timely maternal, perinatal, and neonatal data from lagging districts, with participation from key stakeholders&mdash;RMNCH units, DHOs/ academia, civil society, and development partners.</li></ul>
</div>
<p><b>District-Level Capacity Building and Implementation</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li>Using existing materials and manuals developed by the DOH and development partners, the consultant will prepare comprehensive training presentations tailored for various cadres&mdash;including Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), nurses, midwives, and medical officers working in Basic Health Units (BHUs), Rural Health Centres (RHCs), and Tehsil/District Headquarters Hospitals (THQs/DHQs).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conduct hands-on workshops in each selected district using Every Baby Counts package to train health personnel in identifying, reporting, and reviewing perinatal and neonatal deaths. This will include multiple batches[1], such as Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), midwives, and medical doctors working in Basic Health Units (BHUs) and Rural Health Centres (RHCs), as well as a dedicated batch for master trainers from District Headquarters Hospitals (DHQs). The duration and scheduling of trainings will be agreed upon in consultation with the DOH. The trainings will make use of the existing skills laboratories developed through the FCDO&rsquo;s earlier investment under the DAFPAK programme. The duration and scheduling of the trainings will be agreed upon in consultation with the DOH.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Facilitate the re-establishment of District Health Management Teams (DHMTs) for monthly review of RMNCH data, coordination among stakeholders, and follow-up on actions. DHOs will report progress in quarterly provincial TWG meetings.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establish feedback channels linking facility, district, and provincial levels to ensure lessons learned inform quality improvement measures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reinforce existing RMNCH coordination forums rather than creating new structures, focusing on regularity, transparency, and neonatal survival outcomes.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Promote collaboration among partners and government stakeholders to avoid duplication, enhance synergy, and sustain improvements in maternal and newborn care quality.</li></ul>
</div>
<p><b>Sustainability: Capacity Building, Institutionalisation, and/or Transition Planning</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li>The technical assistance will create a sustainable pool of master trainers comprising LHVs, midwives, and medical doctors who will continue to train and mentor facility-level staff in perinatal and neonatal death reviews. These master trainers will serve as district-level resource persons for ongoing capacity building beyond the TA period.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Training and mentorship activities will be integrated into existing DOH systems and structures, including RMNCH units, TWGs, and DHPMTs. The use of Every Baby Counts materials and the skills laboratories developed under the FCDO&rsquo;s DAFPAK programme will further embed these competencies into routine practice.</li></ul>
<ul><li>The technical assistance will support a gradual transition of implementation responsibilities to provincial and district health authorities. Provincial RMNCH units and DHMTs will be capacitated to independently convene review meetings, monitor progress, and ensure regular reporting and feedback loops are maintained after TA completion.</li></ul>
</div>
<p><b>Timeline and Days</b></p>
<p>
The level of effort (LOE) for the role is <b>110 days</b> from <b>November 2025- November 2026</b>.</p>
<p><b>
Requirement</b></p>
<p><b><i>
Technical Expertise</i></b></p>
<ul>
<li>Master&rsquo;s degree in public health, Health Policy and Management, Maternal and Child Health, or a related discipline.</li>
<li>10-15 years of progressive experience in RMNCH programme coordination, implementation, and monitoring at provincial or district level.</li>
<li>Demonstrated understanding of health system structures, RMNCH policies, and coordination mechanisms within the Department of Health and DGHS.</li>
<li>Experience supporting or facilitating Technical Working Groups (TWGs), District Health Management Teams (DHMTs), or similar multi-stakeholder coordination forums.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of maternal, perinatal, and neonatal health programming &mdash; including death review and surveillance systems (MPDSR, Every Baby Counts).</li>
<li>Practical experience in planning, conducting, and documenting capacity-building activities, stakeholder consultations, and review meetings.</li>
<li>Familiarity with health data systems (e.g., DHIS2) and ability to interpret and use RMNCH indicators for decision-making.</li>
</ul>
<p><b><i>Competencies</i></b></p>
<ul>
<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li>
<li>Evidence-based design and policy recommendations.</li>
<li>Ability to translate complex reforms into practical, actionable models.</li></ul></div><p></p>

KPTA RMNCH - Mid RMNCH Coordinator & Trainer

<div><div><div><div><b>Posted date</b></div> <div>28th October, 2025</div> <div><b>Last date to apply</b></div> <div>28th November, 2025</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Country</b></div> <div>Pakistan</div> <div><b>Locations</b></div> <div>Peshawar</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Category</b></div> <div>STTA
</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>Type</b></div> <div>Consultancy</div> <div><b>Position</b></div> <div>1</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Experience</b></div> <div>15 years</div></div></div></div>
<br><p></p><div><p><b>Senior National - Technical Consultant &ndash; RMNCH / Maternal &amp; Newborn Health Specialist &ndash; Team Lead</b></p>
<p><b><i>
KP TA - Capacity Strengthening of RMNCH Systems for Perinatal and Neonatal Death Reviews in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa</i></b></p><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Programme Overview</b></p>
<p>
Evidence for Health (E4H) is a Foreign, Commonwealth &amp; Development Office (FCDO)-funded programme aimed at strengthening Pakistan's healthcare system, thereby decreasing the burden of illness and saving lives. E4H provides technical assistance (TA) to the Federal, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Punjab governments, and is being implemented by Palladium along with Oxford Policy Management (OPM).</p>
<p>
Through its flexible, embedded, and demand-driven model, E4H supports the government to achieve a resilient health system that is prepared for health emergencies, responsive to the latest evidence, and delivers equitable, quality, and efficient healthcare services. Specifically, E4H delivers TA across three outputs:</p>
<p>
Output 1: Strengthened integrated health security, with a focus on preparing and responding to health emergencies, including pandemics.</p>
<p>
Output 2: Strengthened evidence-based decision-making to drive health sector performance and accountability.</p>
<p>
Output 3: Improved implementation of Universal Health Coverage, with a focus on ending preventable deaths.</p>
<p><b>
Position Summary</b></p>
<p>
The goal of this technical assistance is to strengthen the capacity of SBAs in selected districts of KP to implement perinatal and neonatal mortality surveillance and the &ldquo;Making Every Baby Count&rdquo; initiative, thereby improving the identification, reporting, and response to preventable neonatal deaths.</p>
<p>
We will achieve this by pursuing four objectives:</p>
<p>
Objective 1: Build SBA capacity to conduct perinatal and neonatal mortality surveillance and deliver high-quality immediate newborn care in line with national and WHO &ldquo;Making Every Baby Count&rdquo; standards.</p>
<p>
Objective 2: Establish and operationalise district-level review and response mechanisms for perinatal and neonatal deaths, integrated into existing health governance and data systems.</p>
<p>
Objective 3: Institutionalise a sustainable capacity-building and mentorship framework within the DOH KP to strengthen ongoing accountability, data use, and neonatal survival outcomes.</p>
<p><b>
Strategic Approach</b></p>
<p><b>
Contributions to health systems strengthening</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance will strengthen KP&rsquo;s health system by addressing a critical bottleneck&mdash;the limited capacity of SBAs and weak mortality surveillance at the PHC level. By embedding perinatal and neonatal mortality surveillance and the &ldquo;Making Every Baby Count&rdquo; framework within PHC facilities, the technical assistance enhances data quality, accountability, and quality of care for mothers and newborns. The work directly supports the development and future implementation of District Action Plans (DAPs) focusing on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (RMNCH), for which necessary funds will be requested through provincial planning and budgeting processes. Furthermore, it aligns with the Good Governance Reform Roadmap, chaired by the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which identifies expansion of 24/7 Basic Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (BEmONC) services to PHC facilities as a provincial priority. Through strengthened SBA skills, structured mortality review mechanisms, and improved use of routine data, this technical assistance contributes to building a more resilient, accountable, and responsive provincial health system.</p>
<p><b>
Alignment with other E4H TAs/investments</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance builds on previous E4H and FCDO-supported efforts that laid the strategic groundwork for health system strengthening in KP, including the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Roadmap and the Quality of Care (QOC) Strategic Plan. It aligns closely with the District Action Plans (DAPs) being developed with a focus on RMNCH, supporting their successful operationalisation and integration into provincial planning and financing processes. The technical assistance also draws on the SBAs Manual developed under FCDO&rsquo;s earlier Integrated Health System Strengthening Delivery Project (IHSSDP) to ensure standardised training and mentorship across primary health care facilities.</p>
<p><b>
Alignment with other donors (if relevant)</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance will closely work with the ongoing work of development partners including United Nations Children&rsquo;s Fund (UNICEF) which supports Maternal and Perinatal Death Surveillance and Response (MPDSR) and Small and Sick Newborn Care (SSNCU); the World Health Organization (WHO) which provides technical guidance for Every Newborn Action Plan (ENAP) implementation and Quality of Care improvement; the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) which contributed strengthening Primary Health Care (PHC) and newborn survival systems; and Jhpiego, which focused on capacity building of midwives and SBAs. This alignment will promote synergy, reduce duplication, and reinforce coordinated action toward achieving provincial RMNCH and neonatal survival goals. Additionally, the team will also coordinate with the broader World Bank&ndash;funded initiatives, including the HCIP, National Health Support Project (NHSP), and the Primary Health Care Revamp Project, to ensure alignment, promote synergy, reduce duplication, and reinforce coordinated action toward achieving provincial Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) and neonatal survival goals.</p>
<p><b>
Scope of Work and Methodology</b></p>
<p>
This technical assistance aims to strengthen provincial and district capacities in KP to institutionalise perinatal and neonatal death reviews in alignment with WHO&rsquo;s Every Baby Counts framework. By enhancing the skills, systems, and coordination mechanisms of RMNCH structures, the technical assistance will promote data-driven accountability for newborn survival, enabling evidence-based decision-making to reduce preventable neonatal deaths in two selected districts of each province.</p>
<p>
The team will work closely with the RMNCH, along with the National Health Support Project (NHSP), Human Capital Investment Project (HCIP), and the Primary Revamp Project, to ensure complementarity, alignment, and sustainability of interventions within the broader provincial health reform agenda.</p>
<p>
The technical assistance will be implemented through a phased approach focusing on provincial sensitisation, district-level capacity building, and strengthening accountability and coordination systems.</p>
<p><b>
Provincial-Level Sensitisation and Coordination</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li>Conduct sensitisation sessions with provincial RMNCH units and technical working groups (TWGs) in KP on WHO/UNICEF guidelines for perinatal and neonatal death reviews (Every Baby Counts).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Support regularisation of TWG meetings on a quarterly basis under the leadership of the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Facilitate evidence-based discussions using timely maternal, perinatal, and neonatal data from lagging districts, with participation from key stakeholders&mdash;RMNCH units, DHOs/ academia, civil society, and development partners.</li></ul>
</div>
<p><b>District-Level Capacity Building and Implementation</b></p>
<div>
<ul><li>Using existing materials and manuals developed by the DOH and development partners, the consultant will prepare comprehensive training presentations tailored for various cadres&mdash;including Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), nurses, midwives, and medical officers working in Basic Health Units (BHUs), Rural Health Centres (RHCs), and Tehsil/District Headquarters Hospitals (THQs/DHQs).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conduct hands-on workshops in each selected district using Every Baby Counts package to train health personnel in identifying, reporting, and reviewing perinatal and neonatal deaths. This will include multiple batches[1], such as Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), midwives, and medical doctors working in Basic Health Units (BHUs) and Rural Health Centres (RHCs), as well as a dedicated batch for master trainers from District Headquarters Hospitals (DHQs). The duration and scheduling of trainings will be agreed upon in consultation with the DOH. The trainings will make use of the existing skills laboratories developed through the FCDO&rsquo;s earlier investment under the DAFPAK programme. The duration and scheduling of the trainings will be agreed upon in consultation with the DOH.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Facilitate the re-establishment of District Health Management Teams (DHMTs) for monthly review of RMNCH data, coordination among stakeholders, and follow-up on actions. DHOs will report progress in quarterly provincial TWG meetings.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Establish feedback channels linking facility, district, and provincial levels to ensure lessons learned inform quality improvement measures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Reinforce existing RMNCH coordination forums rather than creating new structures, focusing on regularity, transparency, and neonatal survival outcomes.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Promote collaboration among partners and government stakeholders to avoid duplication, enhance synergy, and sustain improvements in maternal and newborn care quality.</li></ul>
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<p><b>Sustainability: Capacity Building, Institutionalisation, and/or Transition Planning</b></p>
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<ul><li>The technical assistance will create a sustainable pool of master trainers comprising LHVs, midwives, and medical doctors who will continue to train and mentor facility-level staff in perinatal and neonatal death reviews. These master trainers will serve as district-level resource persons for ongoing capacity building beyond the TA period.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Training and mentorship activities will be integrated into existing DOH systems and structures, including RMNCH units, TWGs, and DHPMTs. The use of Every Baby Counts materials and the skills laboratories developed under the FCDO&rsquo;s DAFPAK programme will further embed these competencies into routine practice.</li></ul>
<ul><li>The technical assistance will support a gradual transition of implementation responsibilities to provincial and district health authorities. Provincial RMNCH units and DHMTs will be capacitated to independently convene review meetings, monitor progress, and ensure regular reporting and feedback loops are maintained after TA completion.</li></ul>
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<p><b>Timeline and Days</b></p>
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The level of effort (LOE) for the role is 80 days from <b>November 2025- November 2026</b>.</p>
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Requirement</b></p>
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Technical Expertise</i></b></p>
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<li>MBBS, BDS, or Nursing degree with a master&rsquo;s in public health, Maternal and Child Health, or a related field.</li>
<li>Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in RMNCH programme design, implementation, and technical assistance within government or development partner settings.</li>
<li>Demonstrated expertise in RMNCH such as maternal, perinatal, and neonatal mortality surveillance and response systems (e.g., MPDSR, <i>Every Baby Counts</i>) and quality improvement processes.</li>
<li>Proven experience leading and coordinating RMNCH initiatives with provincial health departments, DGHS, and development partners, ensuring alignment with national and WHO guidelines.</li>
<li>Extensive experience in capacity building and mentoring of health professionals such as Lady Health Visitors (LHVs), nurses, midwives, and medical officers &mdash; across primary and secondary care levels.</li>
<li>Proven track record in managing or providing oversight for donor-funded health system strengthening projects in Pakistan or similar contexts.</li>
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<p><b><i>Competencies</i></b></p>
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<li>Leadership and coordination of complex, multi-level health initiatives.</li>
<li>Effective stakeholder engagement and consensus-building with government and partners.</li>
<li>Technical proficiency in RMNCH.</li>
<li>Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and planning skills with the ability to interpret and use health data.</li>
<li>Strong communication, advocacy, report writing, and presentation skills for technical and policy audiences.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to build capacity, mentor teams, and facilitate learning across different cadres.</li>
<li>Proven project management skills with a results-oriented approach and commitment to quality and timeline.</li></ul></div><p></p>

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