International Consultant - Primary care consultant, Nurse
Organizational Context
The Ministry of Health in the West Bank, operating in a complex emergency context, seeks to review and revise national postgraduate training for primary care doctors and nurses. This initiative aims to strengthen family medicine/health specialization, address service delivery gaps, enhance workforce competencies, and promote an integrated, person-centered approach to care, ultimately improving the quality and resilience of the healthcare system.
Job Purpose
This consultancy aims to support the Palestinian Ministry of Health in reviewing and updating postgraduate training for nurses in primary care. The consultant will lead activities to map existing training, develop a competency-based curriculum aligned with national health priorities and international standards, and propose pathways for accreditation and professional recognition. The goal is to enhance the quality and accessibility of primary care services, improve workforce competencies, and contribute to Universal Health Coverage in the West Bank, addressing specific needs like NCDs and mental health within a multi-disciplinary team approach.
Responsibilities
The consultant will conduct a comprehensive mapping and review of existing postgraduate training programs, providers, and delivery modalities for primary care/family practice nursing in the West Bank. This includes analyzing training content, identifying gaps, and assessing workforce needs. Subsequently, the consultant will lead the participatory development of a national competency-based postgraduate curriculum, collaborating with educational institutions and stakeholders. Additionally, they will review and propose a pathway for national accreditation, professional recognition, and licensing of primary care/family practice nurses, and develop recommendations for a continuous professional development program. All outputs must be evidence-informed and contextually feasible.
Work Experience
Essential: Minimum 10 years of clinical experience in primary care/family practice. Documented experience in developing postgraduate nursing curricula for primary care/family practice in multiple countries. Practical experience in designing and delivering postgraduate nursing education programs. Desirable: Clinical experience in the Palestinian health system or a similar context.
Skills
Excellent knowledge of WHO PHC standards, UHC, EHSP, and primary care/family practice nursing competencies. Strong expertise in postgraduate curriculum design, stakeholder facilitation, and document formulation. Excellent analytical, writing, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work in sensitive contexts with cultural appropriateness. Proficiency in English.