International Consultant: Quality Enhancement of Infection Prevention and Control, Logistics and Hygiene Standards for MEDEVAC Operations in Ukraine

This consultancy leads Phase 2 of WHO technical support for IPC, WASH and logistics standards within WHO supported MEDEVAC operations in Ukraine, focusing on quality enhancement, sustainability, and scalability. The role involves operationalisation, monitoring, mentorship, institutional capacity strengthening, and extension of tools and training materials to other EMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead Phase 2 implementation and scale-up of IPC, WASH and logistics standards within WHO supported MEDEVAC operations at Lviv Regional EMS and other operational interfaces.
• Ensure consistency of IPC materials with WHO IPC practices through consultation with WCO IPC colleagues.
• Embed Phase 1 SOPs, tools and workflows into routine MEDEVAC operations.
• Align IPC, MDRO-related documentation and logistics procedures along the Ukrainian MEDEVAC chain.
• Provide technical input to other EMS systems involved in MEDEVAC operations for harmonisation.
• Ensure consistent application of core IPC, WASH and logistics standards while documenting justified contextual adaptations.
• Implement structured IPC monitoring and audit cycles aligned with WHO IPC Core Components.
• Produce periodic audit and feedback reports with trend analysis and targeted improvement recommendations.
• Conduct scheduled reassessments using WHO-aligned assessment tools to demonstrate measurable progression from Phase 1 baseline.
• Deliver IPC, WASH and logistics training to cohorts of CDM and EMS staff using a train-the-trainer approach.
• Conduct simulation-based training using operational MEDEVAC vehicles and realistic patient transfer scenarios.
• Design, structure and package training materials for providers and trainers for reuse and contextual adaptation.
• Prepare EMT verification documentation and evidence portfolio inputs.
• Conduct gap analysis against WHO EMT Minimum Standards and propose remediation measures.
• Establish formal IPC governance arrangements with CDM and Lviv Regional EMS including roles, reporting lines and monitoring mechanisms.
• Develop sustainability and handover package consolidating responsibilities, tools and maintenance arrangements.
• Submit monthly progress reports in accordance with WHO requirements.
• Produce a consolidated end-of-consultancy report documenting outcomes, lessons learned and recommendations.
• Develop a replication-ready package identifying core and adaptable components of tools and materials.
• Contribute to WHO knowledge-sharing across MEDEVAC corridors through reusable materials and train-the-trainer outputs.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master’s level or equivalent) in public health, WASH, emergency management, humanitarian response or a related field.
• Proven expertise in infection prevention and control (IPC), WASH in health emergencies, and medical logistics systems design.
• Advanced level University degree in health-related science (desirable).
• Certification or formal training in Emergency Medical Teams, WHO IPC standards, or Health Emergency Operation (desirable).
• 15 years of progressive responsibility and professional experience in international emergency response, including lead technical roles in IPC, WASH, or emergency logistics.
• At least 10 years experience with supporting Emergency Medical Teams in their certification processes.
• Demonstrated experience designing and leading national or multi-country operational frameworks for IPC and hygiene in emergency health contexts.
• Proven record of developing technical standards, guidance, and tools for WHO or comparable global health actors.
• Strong technical knowledge of the WHO-standards and guidance documents related to IPC, hygiene and logistics in emergency health related activities.
• Proven experience developing SOPs, guidance documents and training materials aligned with WHO standards.
• Familiarity with MEDEVAC or cross-border patient transfer operations under complex emergency conditions.
• Current familiarity with the MEDEVAC operational activities from Ukraine to EU/EEA countries.
• Strong partner networking and engagement skills and able to work with a diverse team of technical experts from different organizations and agencies.
• Experience in developing and delivering training to healthcare professionals and affiliated staff.
• Previous experience with other UN agencies, EU institutions, recognized humanitarian organizations or non-governmental organizations and collaborating with national authorities such as MoH and EMS is desirable.
• Flexible and able to work in multi-cultural and volatile environments.
• Proven planning, organizing and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Computer literacy is complemented by excellent presentation techniques and skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of WHO standards and guidance related to IPC, hygiene, WASH and logistics in emergency health activities.
• Ability to apply WHO IPC Core Components, WHO-aligned assessment tools and EMT Minimum Standards in non-standard operational settings.
• Strong analytical skills for audit, trend analysis, feedback and quality-improvement recommendations.
• Strong planning, organisation and communication skills, including written reporting and facilitation.
• Excellent presentation techniques and computer literacy (desirable).
• Ability to package technical materials for reuse and contextual adaptation by other EMS systems (desirable).
• Expert knowledge of English and at least one other WHO official language.
• Basic knowledge of another WHO official language (desirable).

Skills

• Infection Prevention and Control
• WASH in Health Emergencies
• Medical Logistics Systems Design
• Emergency Medical Teams Certification
• WHO IPC Standards
• Health Emergency Preparedness
• Operational Frameworks
• Technical Standards Development
• Guidance Document Drafting
• Training Material Development
• MEDEVAC Operations
• Cross-border Patient Transfer
• Partner Networking
• Healthcare Training Delivery
• WHO IPC Core Components
• WHO-aligned Assessment Tools
• EMT Minimum Standards
• Audit and Trend Analysis
• Quality Improvement Recommendations
• Presentation Techniques
• Computer Literacy

Languages

English, French