Contract Duration- 11 Months UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. Purpose of Assignment: UNICEF Innocenti seeks a Senior Education Research Consultant to support the development and dissemination of education research under the education policy and systems research workstream. The consultancy will contribute primarily to current initiatives, including Data Must Speak (DMS), Women in Learning Leadership (WiLL), and Teachers for All (T4A), with a strong focus on strengthening knowledge products and public goods. The consultant will leverage analytical inputs and outputs produced by the research team to strengthen their analytical coherence, and narrative quality, helping shape them into high-quality, decision-grade global knowledge products. Scope of Work: The consultant will support the development of high-quality knowledge products and global public goods based on country-level and cross-country education research currently underway in six countries—Chad, Ethiopia, Guinea, Madagascar, Nepal, and Togo. Working from analytical inputs and research findings generated by the research team, the consultant will help consolidate, frame, and strengthen these materials into coherent and policy-relevant outputs for wider organizational and external use. • Contribute to the development and refinement of analytical plan packages for country-level and cross-country outputs, including the prioritization of key findings, the conceptual framing of results, and the identification of proposed tables, figures, and output outlines. • Undertake peer review and quality assurance of analytical outputs and research findings, providing written feedback to identify evidence gaps, inconsistencies, and required revisions, and to strengthen analytical rigor, coherence, and alignment with research objectives. • Provide written feedback on draft research outputs and support the integration of quantitative and qualitative findings to strengthen conceptual clarity, internal consistency, and the articulation of key messages across country-level and cross-country products. If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference here: Terms of Reference TMC0001735.pdf Minimum requirements: (QUALIFICATIONS / SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE) Education: Doctoral degree in education, economics, sociology, social policy, political science, public policy, public administration or another relevant social science discipline. • At least 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience in applied education research at international level, including in low- and middle-income countries. • Strong skills in applied mixed-methods research design, implementation, and analysis. • Demonstrated experience supporting field education research, primary data collection, and synthesis of findings for policy and programme audiences. • Strong writing skills, including demonstrated experience preparing reports, briefs, presentations, and knowledge products. • Proven track record of authorship of education research publications, including high-quality reports, briefs, journal articles, or other knowledge products. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international, multicultural environment and to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders. • Fluency in English and written skills of French are required. • Commitment to UNICEF’s core values of care, respect, integrity, transparency, and accountability. Desirable qualifications: • Experience in research on education topic areas such as Teachers, School Leadership, Decentralization, and Gender equality. • Experience working in countries with ongoing research activities. • Prior experience with UNICEF or other international development organization. • Fluency in another UN language. For every Child, you demonstrate Love. UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially. Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System): - An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV) - Cover letter - A separate financial proposal (PLEASE USE THIS TEMPLATE: Financial Proposal TMC0001735.docx) Remarks: If the TOR or financial proposal documents are not visible on certain recruitment platforms, please visit our official page Vacancies | UNICEF Careers. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.

Overview At Wipfli, people count. At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results. We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path. People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity. Job Summary Under the direction of a Manager, or Senior Manager/Director, the Senior Consultant will develop and provide solutions for clients pursuing operational excellence and/or technical solutions. The Senior Sage Intacct Implementation Consultant will play a key role in our national-based client support with both small and large scale implementations.  Responsibilities Essential Responsibilities: - Prioritizes, leads, and participates in efforts to ensure the team keeps pace in the evolution of technology and consulting including AI, systems, and trends. - Provides direction, feedback, and leadership in an environment of rapid change. - Leads continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by identifying areas for enhancement, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing strategies to enhance overall performance. - Proposes tailored solutions that are linked to client business needs. - Collects and analyzes relevant data, conducts client interviews, prepares workpapers and reports, and serves as lead subject matter expert on projects. - Plays a pivotal role in designing and configuring accounting systems, working in collaboration with accounting and IT client leadership to establish robust systems that streamline financial processes, maintain data integrity, and support compliance. - Generates comprehensive financial and operational reports by analyzing data, synthesizing information, and presenting key insights to stakeholders. Collaborate closely with finance, operations, and other relevant teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting. - Organizes, establishes, and monitors progress on project work plans to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Escalates issues with timeline, scope and budget to engagement manager and/or industry leader. - Serves as a lead in services and business development maturity including asset and methodology design and upkeep. - Trains, mentors and/or serves as performance coach to Consultant I’s and Consultant II’s. Delegates and leverages work to ensure staff development. - Perform emergency on-site or remote support as needed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications: - Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - 5+ years’ experience in a professional services firm or 5+ years of private industry experience focused on the financial and/or accounting space. - Implementation experience with Sage Intacct specifically within the Construction and Real Estate industry. - Openly discusses real or potential problems with clients or project team members, listening, comprehending, confirming, and representing client requirements with various levels of stakeholder. - Occasional Monday through Friday travel required Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor’s Degree in related field - Training, support or consulting advisory experience. - Experience with compliance or professional standards associated with area of expertise. - Works towards obtaining additional appropriate advanced certifications. Alaina Lister, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect! #LI-AL1 #LI-Remote Additional Details Additional Details: Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $88,000 to $118,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws. Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance. Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location. "Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT This is a requisition for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO) Contractual Agreement: Non-Staff - International PAHO Consultant Job Posting: April 8, 2026 Closing Date: May 8, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time Primary Location: Off Site Organization: IMT Innovation, Access to Medicines and Health Technologies Schedule: Full time PURPOSE OF CONSULTANCY The Quality and Regulation Unit (IMT/QR) seeks to establish a roster of qualified professionals to support its technical cooperation activities in the strengthening of national regulatory systems for medicines and other health technologies. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Terms of Reference Consultant Roster - Strengthening National Regulatory Systems for Medicines and Other Health Technologies in the Region of the Americas (Spanish version below) Primary Location: Off Site (remote) Organization: IMT – Innovation, Access to Medicines and Health Technologies Schedule: Full time OBJECTIVE OF THE DEPARTMENT The Department of Innovation, Access to Medicines and Health Technologies (IMT) is responsible for promoting, coordinating, and implementing technical cooperation to improve equitable access to health technologies, including medicines, vaccines, medical devices (including diagnostics and assistive products), and human-derived products, among others. IMT supports countries and territories in identifying and overcoming barriers to access across the health technology lifecycle, working in an inter-programmatic manner and in collaboration with key partners. Within IMT, the Quality and Regulation Unit (IMT/QR) provides technical cooperation to strengthen the regulatory capacity of health technology systems by promoting international standards, accompanying countries in capacity assessment processes, supporting the development of institutional development plans, and strengthening human resources competencies. IMT/QR promotes regulatory harmonization and convergence in the Region through the Technical Secretariat of the PANDRH Network and the leadership of regional networks and technical groups, articulating regional priorities with international initiatives and standards, and contributing to greater regulatory efficiency. It also provides technical support to the Regional Revolving Funds through the definition and updating of technical criteria, and the evaluation and oversight of the quality of health technologies and eligible suppliers, contributing to quality assurance, supply continuity, risk management, and trust in regional procurement mechanisms. BACKGROUND The Region of the Americas faces complex challenges in ensuring equitable access to quality, safe, effective, and affordable health technologies. Strengthening national regulatory systems is critical to addressing these challenges and ensuring that regulatory frameworks support public health needs. This roster will contribute to the ongoing technical cooperation with Member States to enhance regulatory capacity, harmonization, and convergence across the Region, in line with PAHO’s Biennial Work Plan (BWP) Outcome 2.3: Access to health technologies, innovation, and production. In 2022, the 30th Pan American Sanitary Conference adopted the Policy to Strengthen National Regulatory Systems for Medicines and Other Health Technologies (CSP30.R12). This policy emphasizes the importance of robust regulatory systems to ensure the efficacy, safety, and quality of health technologies while promoting regulatory convergence and reliance. Consultants hired through this roster will support the implementation of CSP30.R12 by assisting Member States in strengthening regulatory frameworks, enhancing regulatory functions, and fostering collaboration through regional and subregional mechanisms. A central component of this work is the use of the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT). The GBT provides a structured approach to assess the maturity of national regulatory systems and guide their continuous improvement through the development of Institutional Development Plans (IDPs). The GBT evaluates regulatory systems based on 268 sub-indicators, organized under nine core regulatory functions: 1. National Regulatory System (RS): Overall structure, governance, and sustainability of the national system. 2. Registration and Marketing Authorization (MA): Evaluation and approval of medicines and other health technologies before market entry. 3. Vigilance (PV): Monitoring the safety and performance of products post-marketing. 4. Market Surveillance and Control (MS): Oversight of product quality and enforcement actions. 5. Licensing Establishments (LE): Regulation of facilities involved in the manufacture, distribution, and sale of health technologies. 6. Regulatory Inspections (RI): Evaluation of good practices compliance, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). 7. Laboratory Testing (LT): Use of quality control laboratories to verify the quality of health products. 8. Clinical Trials Oversight (CT): Review and oversight of clinical research involving human subjects. 9. Lot Release (LR): Independent assessment and approval of vaccine and biologic batches before marketing. VACANCY PURPOSE The Quality and Regulation Unit (IMT/QR) seeks to establish a roster of qualified professionals to support its technical cooperation activities in the strengthening of national regulatory systems for medicines and other health technologies. Consultants hired through this roster will provide technical cooperation in their respective areas of expertise — such as registration and marketing authorization, regulatory inspections, vigilance, market surveillance, laboratory testing, or other regulatory functions — based on the needs identified through benchmarking and institutional development planning. The scope of work may focus on one or more categories of health technologies, including medicines, vaccines, in vitro diagnostics, medical devices, or other products, depending on the consultant’s technical background and experience. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES 1) Technical Cooperation: - Provide technical guidance to national regulatory authorities to strengthen regulatory frameworks and practices in line with CSP30.R12. - Support the implementation of the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) for assessing and improving regulatory maturity levels. - Facilitate the development of Institutional Development Plans (IDPs) to address gaps and advance regulatory maturity. 2) Regulatory Harmonization and Convergence: - Provide strategic and programmatic advice to develop technical cooperation programs in the regulation of health technologies, norms, and procedures, fostering coordination at country, subregional, and regional levels and improving regulatory efficiencies through regulatory reliance and convergence. - Provide technical input to support regional regulatory networks, including the Pan American Network for Drug Regulatory Harmonization (PANDRH). - Collaborate with technical working groups to develop and implement strategies for regulatory convergence and reliance, in alignment with CSP30.R12. 3) Policy, Strategy and Tools Development: - Support the analysis, development, implementation, and evaluation of regulatory strategies and tools tailored to Member States’ capacities, promoting the exchange of experiences and lessons learned; leverage reliance-based and subregional regulatory strategies when appropriate. - Support the identification and engagement of partners from academia, industry, donors, and regulatory networks to contribute to policy discussions and facilitate technical exchange. - Contribute to the formulation of regional strategies and technical documents on regulatory systems strengthening. - Provide technical input for the development of policies that promote reliance-based approaches, regulatory efficiency, and alignment with CSP30.R12 objectives. 4) Monitoring and Reporting: - Support the monitoring and reporting of ongoing projects funded by external donors, ensuring alignment with project goals, CSP30.R12, and deliverables. - Provide input for technical reports and presentations to communicate progress and outcomes to internal and external stakeholders. 5) Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing: - Facilitate knowledge exchange among Member States through workshops, training sessions, and technical dialogues. - Document and disseminate good practices and lessons learned in regulatory strengthening efforts, particularly those aligned with CSP30.R12. - Contribute to the development of training courses and other learning resources, in collaboration with PAHO and regional partners. 6) Cross-Collaboration: - Collaborate with internal teams working on access, innovation, production, and health technology assessment. - Contribute to efforts to mobilize political, technical, and financial support for the implementation of the technical program. - Assist in the preparation of technical information and background materials for resource mobilization activities, including proposal drafting, donor communication, and reporting on funded projects. DELIVERABLES All deliverables shall be submitted in PDF format and delivered electronically via email or other method designated by the supervisor. The following types of outputs are expected: - Technical reports and recommendations for strengthening regulatory systems in target countries. - Contributions to regional policy documents and regulatory guidelines, with a focus on CSP30.R12 implementation. - Documentation of good practices and lessons learned. - Regular progress reports on technical cooperation activities and project outcomes. - Other (recordings, presentations, draft documents, agreements, software, tools, etc). APPLICATION PROCESS Interested applicants are invited to submit a full application including a mandatory cover letter. At the beginning of the cover letter, applicants must clearly indicate the GBT regulatory function or functions in which they have demonstrated experience, using the reference table below, and provide concrete examples that illustrate their expertise in each indicated function. Applications that do not include a cover letter addressing this requirement will not be considered. Code / GBT Regulatory Function RS / National Regulatory System MA / Registration and Marketing Authorization PV / Vigilance MS / Market Surveillance and Control LE / Licensing Establishments RI / Regulatory Inspections LT / Laboratory Testing CT / Clinical Trials Oversight LR / Lot Release Candidates may be required to participate in a competitive selection process, which may include a written technical assessment and/or interview, to assess relevant expertise. Candidates successfully included in the roster are not assured of a contract but may be considered for future PAHO consultancy assignments related to the areas outlined in these Terms of Reference. Applicants will not be contacted unless a specific assignment has been identified and a contract is offered. TIMELINE Individual consultancy contracts under this roster will be offered when a specific need is identified and subject to the availability of project funding. The duration of each contract and associated deadlines will be determined and agreed upon prior to signature. REMUNERATION When hiring a consultant from this roster, the remuneration will be determined according to the complexity of the expected products/services and the PAHO Consultant Band B daily rates (USD 258–314), on a full-time basis. LOCATION Remote. Candidates based in the Region of the Americas or in time zones compatible with Eastern Standard Time (EST/UTC-5) are preferred. Occasional travel may be required. SUPERVISION The consultant will report to the Unit Chief of IMT/QR or the designated technical officer responsible for the specific assignment. The consultant will collaborate closely with other technical teams within the Organization. Periodic check-in meetings will be held to review progress and ensure alignment with expected outputs. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Education Essential: A university degree in pharmacy, regulatory affairs, public health, biomedical sciences, engineering, administration, or a related field from a recognized institution. Desirable: A master’s degree or postgraduate specialization in regulatory affairs, public health, project management, or a related discipline. Experience Essential: At least seven years of professional experience in regulatory systems for health technologies, with relevant and demonstrated experience in at least one of the nine regulatory functions of the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT). Desirable: Previous experience with international or regional organizations, with demonstrated engagement in countries across the Americas. Languages Essential: Fluency in Spanish or English, with working knowledge of the other language. Desirable: Full professional fluency in both Spanish and English. Working knowledge of French or Portuguese is an asset. Technical Regulatory Competencies Candidates must demonstrate substantive technical expertise in at least one of the nine GBT regulatory functions, as indicated in their cover letter. Evidence of competency should reflect hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas, as applicable to the candidate’s regulatory profile: Essential: - Application of regulatory science frameworks and internationally recognized standards (WHO, ICH, ISO, or equivalent) relevant to the regulatory function(s) of expertise. - Familiarity with PAHO/WHO regulatory cooperation frameworks and regional regulatory networks (PANDRH, ICDRA, or equivalent). Desirable: - Use of regulatory benchmarking or capacity assessment methodologies, including the WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) or equivalent instruments, to evaluate regulatory maturity and support the development of institutional development plans. - Experience across more than one GBT regulatory function or across multiple health technology categories (medicines, vaccines, medical devices, diagnostics, or others). - Development or critical review of regulatory guidelines, technical norms, standard operating procedures, or institutional development plans within a national regulatory authority or equivalent body. - Technical support to regulatory harmonization or convergence initiatives at national, subregional, or regional level, including participation in technical working groups or regulatory networks. General Competencies - Commitment to PAHO’s mission and public health values. - Ability to work effectively in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and written and oral communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within established timelines. DECLARATIONS To ensure a fair, transparent, and unbiased evaluation process, consultants selected for assignments under this roster will be required to sign and comply with the following declarations prior to commencing any work: - Declaration of Conflict of Interest - Standards of Conduct - Confidentiality Declaration --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Términos de Referencia Convocatoria para Roster de Consultores Fortalecimiento de los Sistemas Regulatorios Nacionales de Medicamentos y Otras Tecnologías Sanitarias en la Región de las Américas Ubicación principal: Fuera de sede, remoto Organización: IMT – Innovación, Acceso a Medicamentos y Tecnologías Sanitarias Modalidad: Tiempo completo OBJETIVO DEL DEPARTAMENTO El Departamento de Innovación, Acceso a Medicamentos y Tecnologías Sanitarias (IMT) es responsable de promover, coordinar y ejecutar la cooperación técnica de la Organización para mejorar el acceso equitativo a las tecnologías sanitarias, tales como medicamentos, vacunas, dispositivos médicos (incluidos los diagnósticos y los productos de apoyo) y productos de origen humano, entre otros. IMT apoya a los países y territorios en identificar y superar las barreras de acceso a lo largo del ciclo de vida de las tecnologías sanitarias, trabajando de manera interprogramática y en colaboración con socios clave. En el marco del IMT, la Unidad de Calidad y Regulación (IMT/QR) proporciona cooperación técnica para fortalecer las capacidades de los sistemas regulatorios de tecnologías sanitarias mediante la promoción de normas internacionales, el acompañamiento a los países en procesos de evaluación de capacidades, el apoyo en la elaboración de planes de desarrollo institucional y el fortalecimiento de competencias de los recursos humanos. IMT/QR promueve la armonización y la convergencia regulatoria en la Región mediante la Secretaría Técnica de la Red PANDRH y el liderazgo de redes y grupos técnicos regionales, articulando las prioridades regionales con iniciativas y estándares internacionales, y contribuyendo a una mayor eficiencia regulatoria. Asimismo, brinda apoyo técnico a los Fondos Rotatorios Regionales mediante la definición y actualización de criterios técnicos, así como la evaluación y supervisión de la calidad de las tecnologías sanitarias y de los proveedores elegibles, contribuyendo al aseguramiento de la calidad, la continuidad del suministro, la gestión de riesgos y la confianza en los mecanismos regionales de adquisición. ANTECEDENTES La Región de las Américas enfrenta desafíos complejos para garantizar el acceso equitativo a tecnologías sanitarias de calidad, seguras, eficaces y asequibles. El fortalecimiento de los sistemas regulatorios nacionales es fundamental para hacer frente a estos desafíos y garantizar que los marcos regulatorios respondan a las necesidades de salud pública. Esta nómina contribuirá a la cooperación técnica continua con los Estados Miembros para mejorar la capacidad regulatoria, la armonización y la convergencia en toda la Región, en consonancia con el Resultado Intermedio 2.3 del Plan de Trabajo Bienal (PTB) de la OPS: Acceso a tecnologías sanitarias, innovación y producción. En 2022, la 30.ª Conferencia Sanitaria Panamericana adoptó la Política para Fortalecer los Sistemas Regulatorios Nacionales de Medicamentos y Otras Tecnologías Sanitarias (CSP30.R12). Esta política hace hincapié en la importancia de contar con sistemas regulatorios sólidos para garantizar la eficacia, la seguridad y la calidad de las tecnologías sanitarias, al tiempo que promueve la convergencia y la confianza regulatoria. Los consultores contratados a través de esta nómina apoyarán la implementación de la CSP30.R12, asistiendo a los Estados Miembros en el fortalecimiento de los marcos regulatorios, la mejora de las funciones regulatorias y el fomento de la colaboración a través de mecanismos regionales y subregionales. Un componente central de este trabajo es la utilización de la Herramienta de Evaluación Comparativa Global de la OMS (GBT, por sus siglas en inglés). La GBT proporciona un enfoque estructurado para evaluar la madurez de los sistemas regulatorios nacionales y orientar su mejora continua mediante la elaboración de Planes de Desarrollo Institucional (PDI). La GBT evalúa los sistemas regulatorios con base en 268 subindicadores, organizados en torno a nueve funciones regulatorias esenciales: 1. Sistema Regulatorio Nacional (RS): Estructura general, gobernanza y sostenibilidad del sistema nacional. 2. Registro y Autorización de Comercialización (AC): Evaluación y aprobación de medicamentos y otras tecnologías sanitarias antes de su entrada al mercado. 3. Vigilancia (VL): Seguimiento de la seguridad y el desempeño de los productos en la fase poscomercialización. 4. Vigilancia y Control del Mercado (CM): Supervisión de la calidad de los productos y medidas de ejecución. 5. Licenciamiento de Establecimientos (LE): Regulación de los establecimientos involucrados en la fabricación, distribución y comercialización de tecnologías sanitarias. 6. Inspecciones Regulatorias (IR): Evaluación del cumplimiento de las buenas prácticas, incluidas las Buenas Prácticas de Manufactura (BPM). 7. Pruebas de Laboratorio (PL): Uso de laboratorios de control de calidad para verificar la calidad de los productos sanitarios. 8. Supervisión de Ensayos Clínicos (EC): Revisión y supervisión de la investigación clínica en seres humanos. 9. Liberación de Lotes (LL): Evaluación y aprobación independiente de lotes de vacunas y biológicos antes de su comercialización. PROPÓSITO DE LA CONVOCATORIA La Unidad de Calidad y Regulación (IMT/QR) busca establecer una nómina de profesionales calificados para apoyar sus actividades de cooperación técnica en el fortalecimiento de los sistemas regulatorios nacionales de medicamentos y otras tecnologías sanitarias. Los consultores contratados a través de esta nómina brindarán cooperación técnica en sus respectivas áreas de especialización —tales como registro y autorización de comercialización, inspecciones regulatorias, vigilancia, vigilancia y control del mercado, pruebas de laboratorio u otras funciones regulatorias— en función de las necesidades identificadas mediante los procesos de evaluación comparativa y planificación del desarrollo institucional. El alcance del trabajo podrá centrarse en una o más categorías de tecnologías sanitarias, incluidos medicamentos, vacunas, diagnósticos in vitro, dispositivos médicos u otros productos, en función de la formación técnica y experiencia del consultor. DESCRIPCIÓN DE FUNCIONES 1. Cooperación Técnica - Brindar orientación técnica a las autoridades regulatorias nacionales para fortalecer los marcos y prácticas regulatorias en consonancia con la CSP30.R12. - Apoyar la implementación de la Herramienta de Evaluación Comparativa Global (GBT) de la OMS para evaluar y mejorar los niveles de madurez regulatoria. - Facilitar la elaboración de Planes de Desarrollo Institucional (PDI) para subsanar brechas y avanzar en la madurez regulatoria. 2. Armonización y Convergencia Regulatoria - Brindar asesoramiento estratégico y programático para desarrollar programas de cooperación técnica en la regulación de tecnologías sanitarias, normas y procedimientos, fomentando la coordinación a nivel nacional, subregional y regional, y mejorando la eficiencia regulatoria mediante la confianza y convergencia regulatoria. - Proporcionar insumos técnicos para apoyar las redes regulatorias regionales, incluida la Red Panamericana de Armonización de la Reglamentación Farmacéutica (PANDRH). - Colaborar con grupos de trabajo técnicos para desarrollar e implementar estrategias de convergencia y confianza regulatoria, en alineación con la CSP30.R12. 3. Desarrollo de Políticas, Estrategias e Instrumentos - Apoyar el análisis, el desarrollo, la implementación y la evaluación de estrategias e instrumentos regulatorios adaptados a las capacidades de los Estados Miembros, promoviendo el intercambio de experiencias y lecciones aprendidas; aprovechar las estrategias regulatorias basadas en la confianza y las iniciativas subregionales cuando corresponda. - Apoyar la identificación y el relacionamiento con socios del ámbito académico, la industria, los donantes y las redes regulatorias para contribuir a los debates sobre políticas y facilitar el intercambio técnico. - Contribuir a la formulación de estrategias regionales y documentos técnicos sobre el fortalecimiento de los sistemas regulatorios. - Proporcionar insumos técnicos para el desarrollo de políticas que promuevan enfoques basados en la confianza, la eficiencia regulatoria y la alineación con los objetivos de la CSP30.R12. 4. Seguimiento e Informes - Apoyar el seguimiento y la presentación de informes de los proyectos en curso financiados por donantes externos, garantizando la alineación con los objetivos del proyecto, la CSP30.R12 y los productos esperados. - Proporcionar insumos para informes técnicos y presentaciones destinados a comunicar avances y resultados a las partes interesadas internas y externas. 5. Fortalecimiento de Capacidades e Intercambio de Conocimientos - Facilitar el intercambio de conocimientos entre los Estados Miembros mediante talleres, sesiones de formación y diálogos técnicos. - Documentar y difundir buenas prácticas y lecciones aprendidas en los esfuerzos de fortalecimiento regulatorio, en particular aquellos alineados con la CSP30.R12. - Contribuir al desarrollo de cursos de formación y otros recursos de aprendizaje, en colaboración con la OPS y socios regionales. 6. Colaboración Transversal - Colaborar con los equipos internos que trabajan en acceso, innovación, producción y evaluación de tecnologías sanitarias. - Contribuir a los esfuerzos de movilización de apoyo político, técnico y financiero para la implementación del programa técnico. - Asistir en la preparación de información técnica y materiales de antecedentes para actividades de movilización de recursos, incluyendo la elaboración de propuestas, la comunicación con donantes y la presentación de informes sobre proyectos financiados. PRODUCTOS ESPERADOS Todos los productos deberán ser entregados en formato PDF, por vía electrónica mediante correo electrónico u otro método designado por el supervisor. Se esperan los siguientes tipos de entregables: - Informes técnicos y recomendaciones para el fortalecimiento de los sistemas regulatorios en los países destinatarios. - Contribuciones a documentos de política regional y directrices regulatorias, con énfasis en la implementación de la CSP30.R12. - Documentación de buenas prácticas y lecciones aprendidas. - Informes de progreso periódicos sobre las actividades de cooperación técnica y los resultados de los proyectos. - Otros (grabaciones, presentaciones, borradores de documentos, acuerdos, software, herramientas, etc.). PROCESO DE POSTULACIÓN Los candidatos interesados deberán presentar una solicitud completa, incluyendo una carta de presentación obligatoria. Al inicio de la carta de presentación, los candidatos deberán indicar claramente la función o funciones regulatorias del GBT en las que tienen experiencia demostrada, utilizando la tabla de referencia a continuación, y proporcionar ejemplos concretos que ilustren su competencia en cada función indicada. Las solicitudes que no incluyan una carta de presentación que aborde este requisito no serán consideradas. Código / Función Regulatoria GBT SR / Sistema Regulatorio Nacional AC / Registro y Autorización de Comercialización VL / Vigilancia CM / Vigilancia y Control del Mercado LI / Concesión de Licencias a los Establecimientos IR / Inspección Regulatoria PL / Pruebas de Laboratorio EC / Fiscalización de Ensayos Clínicos LL / Liberación de Lotes por la ARN Los candidatos podrán ser convocados a participar en un proceso de selección competitivo, que podrá incluir una evaluación técnica escrita y/o una entrevista, con el fin de evaluar la experiencia pertinente. Los candidatos incluidos con éxito en el roster no tienen garantía de contrato, pero podrán ser considerados para futuras asignaciones de consultoría en la OPS relacionadas con las áreas descritas en estos Términos de Referencia. Los candidatos no serán contactados salvo que se haya identificado una asignación específica y se les ofrezca un contrato. CRONOGRAMA Los contratos de consultoría individual en el marco de esta nómina se ofrecerán cuando se identifique una necesidad específica y de acuerdo con la disponibilidad de financiamiento del proyecto. La duración de cada contrato y los plazos asociados se determinarán y acordarán antes de su firma. REMUNERACIÓN Al momento de contratar a un consultor de esta nómina, la remuneración se determinará de acuerdo con la complejidad de los productos/servicios esperados y las tarifas diarias de la Banda B de consultores de la OPS (USD 258–314), en modalidad de tiempo completo. LUGAR DE TRABAJO Trabajo remoto. Se da preferencia a los candidatos con sede en la Región de las Américas o en zonas horarias compatibles con la hora estándar del Este (EST/UTC-5). Ocasionalmente podrá requerirse viaje a países priorizados. SUPERVISIÓN El consultor reportará a la Jefa de la Unidad IMT/QR o al funcionario técnico designado responsable de la asignación específica. El consultor colaborará estrechamente con otros equipos técnicos de la Organización. Se realizarán reuniones periódicas de seguimiento para revisar los avances y garantizar la alineación con los productos esperados. REQUISITOS DE CALIFICACIÓN Educación Esencial: Título universitario en farmacia, asuntos regulatorios, salud pública, ciencias biomédicas, ingeniería, administración o campo relacionado, otorgado por una institución reconocida. Deseable: Maestría o especialización de posgrado en asuntos regulatorios, salud pública, gestión de proyectos o disciplina afín. Experiencia Esencial: Al menos siete años de experiencia profesional en sistemas regulatorios de tecnologías sanitarias, con experiencia pertinente y demostrada en al menos una de las nueve funciones regulatorias de la Herramienta de Evaluación Comparativa Global (GBT) de la OMS. Deseable: Experiencia previa con organizaciones internacionales o regionales, con participación demostrada en países de las Américas. Idiomas Esencial: Dominio del español o del inglés, con conocimiento funcional del otro idioma. Deseable: Dominio profesional pleno tanto en español como en inglés. El conocimiento funcional del francés o del portugués es un activo. Competencias Técnicas en Materia Regulatoria Los candidatos deberán demostrar experiencia técnica sustantiva en al menos una de las nueve funciones regulatorias del GBT, tal como se indica en su carta de presentación. La evidencia de competencia deberá reflejar experiencia práctica en una o más de las siguientes áreas, según corresponda al perfil regulatorio del candidato: Esencial: - Aplicación de marcos de ciencia regulatoria y estándares reconocidos internacionalmente (OMS, ICH, ISO o equivalentes) pertinentes a la(s) función(es) regulatoria(s) de especialización. - Familiaridad con los marcos de cooperación regulatoria de la OPS/OMS y las redes regulatorias regionales (PANDRH, ICDRA o equivalentes). Deseable: - Uso de metodologías de evaluación comparativa o evaluación de capacidades regulatorias, incluida la Herramienta de Evaluación Comparativa Global (GBT) de la OMS o instrumentos equivalentes, para evaluar la madurez regulatoria y apoyar el desarrollo de planes de desarrollo institucional. - Experiencia en más de una función regulatoria del GBT o en múltiples categorías de tecnologías sanitarias (medicamentos, vacunas, dispositivos médicos, diagnósticos u otros). - Elaboración o revisión crítica de directrices regulatorias, normas técnicas, procedimientos operativos estándar o planes de desarrollo institucional en el marco de una autoridad regulatoria nacional o entidad equivalente. - Apoyo técnico a iniciativas de armonización o convergencia regulatoria a nivel nacional, subregional o regional, incluida la participación en grupos de trabajo técnicos o redes regulatorias. Competencias Generales - Compromiso con la misión y los valores de salud pública de la OPS. - Capacidad para trabajar eficazmente en entornos multiculturales y multidisciplinarios. - Sólidas capacidades analíticas, de resolución de problemas y de comunicación escrita y oral. - Capacidad para gestionar múltiples prioridades y entregar resultados dentro de los plazos establecidos. 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