Consultant - Data analysis and validation, HIV testing and programme expertise

Purpose of consultancy

To provide technical expertise to the Testing, Population and Prevention (TPP) unit to validate the HIV testing questions as part of the 23-24 Global AIDS Monitoring reporting.

This information will be used to track uptake of WHO HIV testing policies, as well as the number of HIV tests performed and number of positive tests. This information will be used by WHO and Global AIDS Monitoring partners UNAIDS and UNICEF.

Background

The TPP Unit coordinates activities across HIV, Hepatitis and STIs, developing normative guidelines and collaborates with countries to implement most effective approaches. In order to understand country implementation and impact of WHO guidelines, it is important to monitor and report the uptake of WHO’s recommendations and track important implementation indicators. In the context of HIV testing, WHO coordinates with UNAIDS and UNICEF to complete the Global AIDS Monitoring (GAM) reporting which include the National Composite Policy Index (NCPI) policy reporting and core quantitative indicators on the number of HIV tests performed. This information is utilized to produce global data and update WHO HTS dashboards and the WHO accountability framework related to the departmental strategy. The consultant will validate the data collected through standardized WHO procedures and produce materials for broader reporting needs.

Deliverables

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages

Educational Qualifications:

Essential:

• Advanced university degree in public health and/or social science.

Experience:

Essential:

• At least 5 years of HIV experience.
• 2 years of data analysis and report writing experience.
• 1 year of data analysis experience with Global AIDS monitoring and programme data.

Skills:

• Good communication, presentation and coordination skills.

Languages required:

Essential:

Expert knowledge of English.

Location

Off site: Home-based.

Travel

The consultant is not expected to travel.

Remuneration and budget (travel costs are excluded):

Remuneration:

Band level B - USD 7,000 - 9,980 per month.

Living expenses (A living expense is payable to on-site consultants who are internationally recruited):

N/A

Expected duration of contract:

5 months.

Additional Information

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