PAHO Consultant - Regional mapping of legal frameworks and accountability mechanisms impacting LGBTQI+ health in Latin America
Organizational Context
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) serves as the Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization (WHO).
Job Purpose
To conduct a regional mapping and comparative analysis of legal frameworks, public policies, and enforcement mechanisms affecting the health and well-being of LGBTQI+ people in Latin America, from a comprehensive health, gender, and human rights perspective. The consultancy will produce a regional overview and in-depth country-specific case studies, identifying barriers and formulating recommendations.
Responsibilities
Develop a methodology for legal mapping and analysis integrating health, gender, and human rights approaches. Conduct desk reviews and map relevant laws, regulations, and policies. Assess accountability and enforcement mechanisms for health system discrimination. Synthesize findings into a comparative analysis and draft a comprehensive final report with regional overviews and country case studies, including visual synthesis tools.
Work Experience
At least 7 years of professional experience in legal and policy analysis, human rights research, or public health policy, with a focus on LGBTQI+ rights and/or health equity. Demonstrated experience in comparative legal and policy mapping across multiple countries, preferably in Latin America and the Caribbean. Proven track record of producing high-quality analytical reports for international organizations, government agencies, or civil society, including experience with visual synthesis tools.
Skills
Strong knowledge of international and regional human rights frameworks relevant to health and non-discrimination. Excellent research, analytical, and report-writing skills. Ability to synthesize complex legal and policy information for diverse audiences. Demonstrated sensitivity to and experience working with LGBTQI+ communities and organizations.