Diagnostic Network Assessment Technical Consultant

Family Health International; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

FHI 360 is seeking a Diagnostic Network Assessment Technical Consultant for the STRIDES project in the Philippines. The role focuses on developing a DNA technical report and coordinating with DOH OHL and STRIDES to ensure data quality from assessments.

The consultant will organize data, perform analysis, and help conduct validation workshops, presenting results to diverse stakeholders. Strong reporting, workshop facilitation, and collaboration skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical or public health sciences is required.
• Master's degree is desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong report writing and policy briefing skills.
• Experience coordinating with government and partners is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the DNA technical report.
• Assist STRIDES and DOH OHL in data organization, cleaning and analysis.
• Coordinate validation workshops and results dissemination.
• Prepare high-quality technical and assessment reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Technical writing

Workshop facilitation

Data collection & analysis

Coordination & collaboration

MS Office & data tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/Public Health/Biology/Microbiology/Biomedical Sciences

Master's degree in Public Health/Health Policy/Epidemiology ( desirable )

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

FHI 360/Philippines (www.fhi360.org) is in search of candidates for the position of Diagnostic Network Assessment Technical Consultant for STRIDES project.

About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so that people everywhere can access the opportunities they need to lead full, healthy lives. Our staff of more than 2,000 experts work in over 50 countries around the world.

PROJECT OVERVIEW:

The Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity is a U.S. Government Global Health Security (GHS) program implemented by FHI 360 under contract number 7200AA24C00092 with the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD). STRIDES advances cross-sectoral efforts to identify, manage, and respond to infectious disease threats, and works to increase partner countries' Joint External Evaluation (JEE) scores by strengthening workforce, laboratory and surveillance systems, and emergency response operations.

STRIDES supports the Philippine government’s efforts to prevent, detect, and respond to emerging and re-emerging infectious disease threats through stronger laboratory networks, improved surveillance systems, and timely, evidence-based decision-making. To support this goal, coordinated, cross-sectoral assessments that reflect operational realities of key stakeholders are necessary.

Detailed Description of Tasks to be Performed:

STRIDES, in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) - Office for Health Laboratories (OHL), will conduct a Diagnostic Network Assessment (DNA) in August – September 2026. These targeted assessments aim to generate actionable evidence for laboratory systems strengthening, biosafety and biosecurity (BSS), specimen referral and transport systems, workforce development, and outbreak responselogisticsand supply chain management.

In line with this, a Technical Consultant will be engaged to spearhead the development of a DNA technical report, compiling all information gathered through the DNA activities. The Technical Consultant shallassistSTRIDES and DOH OHL in DNA data organization, cleaning, and analysis. The Consultant shall be primarily responsible for the development of a draft and final DNA technical report. After the development of the report, the Consultant shall alsofacilitatevalidation workshop/s andresultsdissemination activities. Detailed specific tasks and timelines are further elaborated in the next sections.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• · Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Public Health, Biology, Microbiology, Biomedical Sciences, or any related allied health sciences
• · Desirable: Master’s Degree in Public Health, Health Policy, Epidemiology, or a related field.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• · Technical writing: Development ofin-depthlaboratory anddiagnosticstechnical reports, policybriefers,assessment outputs,ormonitoringandevaluationreports
• · Technicalworkshopfacilitation:stakeholderconsultations, and validationmeetings.
• · Datacollection, analysis, andinterpretation;
• · Communication, Coordination, and Collaborationwithdiversestakeholders, includinggovernmentand non-governmentagencies, and developmentpartners.
• · Proficiencyin MicrosoftOffice Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) anddataanalysis tools.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• · At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in clinical, public health, environmental, or reference laboratory systems.
• · Demonstrated experience in assessing laboratory systems, laboratory networks, or diagnostic services at national or subnational levels.
• · Proven experience in laboratory quality management systems (QMS), including implementation and assessment of ISO 15189 and/or ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• · Experience supporting laboratory accreditation, licensing, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, or continuous quality management.
• · Demonstrated experience in conducting laboratory assessments, institutional assessments, health facility assessments, or laboratory network evaluations using internationally recognized assessment tools.
• · Experience in developing strategic plans, laboratory network optimization plans, laboratory policies, operational guidelines, or investment roadmaps.
• · Experience working with government institutions, preferably the Department of Health (DOH), Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM), regional laboratories, local government units, or other national reference laboratories.
• · Experience collaborating with international organizations or development partners such as WHO, USAID, UNICEF, World Bank, Asian Development Bank, or similar organizations is an advantage.
• · Experience facilitating stakeholder consultations, workshops, key informant interviews, and consensus-building activities involving government, private laboratories, academic institutions, and professional organizations.
• · Demonstrated experience in preparing high-quality technical reports, assessment reports, policy briefs, and executive presentations.