PAHO CONSULTANT - ONE HEALTH OFFICER

OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

This is a requisition for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO)

Contractual Agreement:
Non-Staff - International PAHO Consultant

Job Posting:
May 22, 2026

Closing Date:
June 11, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Primary Location:
Off Site

Organization:
GUY Guyana

Schedule:
Full time

PURPOSE OF CONSULTANCY
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DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

PURPOSE OF CONSULTANCY

Position Title: One Health Consultant


Background and Purpose of Contract

Since March 2022, PAHO/WHO Guyana has been supporting the Ministry of Health in implementing the One Health framework towards reinforcing public health emergency preparedness, prevention, and response in the country. Highlights of technical cooperation with MOH include the completion of the Voluntary External Evaluation (VEE) / Joint External Evaluation (JEE) of IHR Capacities in July 2023, development of the National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS) in January 2024, and capacity building on key areas where critical gaps have been noted.


In 2025, with technical support from PAHO/WHO Guyana, MOH Guyana's project proposal to the Pandemic Fund focusing on One Health, was approved to finance further roll out of the country's One Health Initiative, particularly key priorities outlined in the NAPHS.


The purpose of this consultancy is to facilitate and reinforce PAHO's support towards the coordinated implementation of the One Health Initiative in the country as operationalized under Guyana's One Health Project.


DESCRIPTION OF DUTIE S:


General responsibilities and deliverables:

Under the direct supervision of the PAHO-GUY Advisor, Communicable Diseases Control and Elimination, the consultant will provide support to the implementation of priority activities under Guyana's One Health Project pertaining to strengthening One Health Coordination and Capacity, including (but not limited to) Infection Prevention and Control and Healthcare-Associated Infections (HCAIs) surveillance, monitoring, evaluation, and various International Health Regulations (IHR) capacities. These duties, functions and deliverables are outlined as follows:


1. Facilitate the conceptualization, development, and implementation of technical deliverables under the One Health grant agreement.


2. Facilitate the organization and follow-up of One Health activities, including coordination with the national authorities and technical committee.


3. Coordinate input from technical advisors on technical guidance documents, materials, and resources needed to implement project activities.


4. Facilitate reinforcement of IHR capacities pertaining to points of entry, including key deliverables


5. Facilitate and support the process of updating the National Multi-Hazard Emergency Management Plan, regional level plans, and developing the corresponding monitoring and evaluation manual.


6. Support capacity building activities and progress monitoring of IHR capacities relative to the Voluntary External Evaluation of (VEE) of IHR capacities and the Performance of Veterinary Services (PVS) indicators.


7. Facilitate the preparation of technical progress reports, including reports on completed IHR capacity building efforts and status of workplan implementation pertaining to the conduct of the VEE and the PVS assessment.


8. Identify risks, constraints, and bottlenecks on the development of technical deliverables, and support mitigation actions in coordination with the project management team.


9. Support stakeholder consultations and intersectoral coordination related to One Health and IHR.


10. Facilitate the preparation of inputs for technical reports, briefs, and presentations,


11. Support meetings, workshops, and technical missions related to the One Health Project as required.


12. Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to support the successful implementation of the project.


Deliverables and payment schedule

The consultant will be responsible for delivering the following products/services related to abovementioned responsibilities with input from the respective project manager, the Advisor, Communicable Diseases Control and Elimination, PAHO-GUY.

***Products for Initial Contract from 15 June 2026 to 14 June 2027.***

1. Points of Entry Risk Assessment Framework (Draft) Due date: 31 July 2026


Amount: 20% of contract price


2. Updated National Multi-Hazard Emergency Management Plan (Draft) Due date: 30 September 2026


Amount: 20% of contract price


3. Draft Regional Multi-Hazard Emergency Management Plans for all regions, including hazard specific protocols, coordination structures, and resource mapping. Due date: 31 December 2026 Amount: 20% of contract price


4. M&E Manual for Regional Multi-Hazard Preparedness and Response Plan. Due date: 31 March 2027


Amount: 20% of contract price


5. Final consultancy Report, including report on completed IHR capacity building efforts and status of workplan implementation pertaining to the conduct of the Voluntary External Evaluation of (VEE) of IHR capacities and the Performance of Veterinary Services (PVS) assessment. Due date: 14 June 2027


Amount: 20% of contract price


Qualifications, experience, skills, and languages

Education requirements (Qualifications)

Essential: Master level degree in public health, epidemiology, social sciences or equivalent degree related to the functions of the post, from a recognized university. Desirable: A medical degree or formal training related to one health would be an asset.


Experience requirements Essential :


At least 7 years of combined national and international experience in One Health and / or International Health Regulations (IHR)


Desirable: Experience working with PAHO and in inter-programmatic collaborations with Ministry of Health, Non-Governmental Organizations, or United Nations Agencies would be an asset.


Languages

Essential : Fluency in English is required


Locatio n


The incumbent will be expected to perform this position's duties and responsibilities remotely, with periods of travel / in-country presence in Guyana


Technical Knowledge and Skills Essential :


• Strong knowledge and skills, and experience in any of the following areas: One Health, IHR, disaster risk reduction, disaster management, emergency preparedness and response, humanitarian assistance, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation


• Excellent organizational and analytic skills combined with strong oral and writing skills in the development of reports, oral presentations, and technical / persuasive documents.


. Excellent coordination, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; with proven experience in coordinating multiple stakeholders, including government counterparts, technical experts, and international organizations.


• Experience supporting the implementation of donor-funded projects, including planning, monitoring, and reporting.


• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office applications (MS-Office Word, Excel, and Power Point) and demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software for developing presentations and reports Desirable:


• Familiarity with UN or PAHO administrative, financial, and procurement processes; and good knowledge / previous experience of working in Guyana


Remuneration (Band level Range) and expected duration of contract

Band/range: Band B / US$314.00 daily Expected duration: Upon signature of contract until 14 June 2027. This consultancy is expected to entail a fulltime commitment.


Location :


Off site (with periods of travel / in-country presence in Guyana)


Relocation require d: No


Note: The hiring of the selected candidate will be subject to the presentation of the following documents (Note: These documents are NOT required to apply to this position but will be required before a contract can be signed):


• 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.


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 for similar requirements/tasks/deliverables. Inclusion in the Roster does not guarantee selection for a consultant contract. There is no commitment on either side. or


• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.


• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this consultancy. For assessment of your application, please ensure that your profile in the PAHO Career page is updated; all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time. Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not acceptable.


• 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), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational

Statistics, to support the validation process. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.


• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO/WHO Regulations, and e Manual.


• For information on PAHO please visit:


• 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. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.


• 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. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoings will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.


• PAHO/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco. • 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. The execution of the work under a consultant contract does not create an employer/employee relationship between PAHO and Consultant.

• PAHO/WHO shall have no responsibility whatsoever for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by PAHO/WHO.


PROJECT MANAGER: Dr. Rainier P. Escalada, Advisor, Communicable Diseases Control and Elimination

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. There is no commitment on either side.
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this consultancy. For assessment of your application, please ensure that your profile in the PAHO Career page is updated; all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time. Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are no accessible.
• 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), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: PAHO will also use the databases of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation and College Navigator, found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics, to support the validation process. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO/WHO Regulations, and e-Manual.
• For information on PAHO please visit:
• 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. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.
• 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. To protect these people, PAHO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoings will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.
• PAHO/WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• 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. The execution of the work under a consultant contract does not create an employer/employee relationship between PAHO and the Consultant.
• PAHO/WHO shall have no responsibility whatsoever for any taxes, duties, social security contributions or other contributions payable by the Consultant. The Consultant shall be solely responsible for withholding and paying any taxes, duties, social security contributions and any other contributions which are applicable to the Consultant in each location/jurisdiction in which the work hereunder is performed, and the Consultant shall not be entitled to any reimbursement thereof by PAHO/WHO.