Comprehensive and integrated EPI training package Development Consultant

The consultant will provide technical leadership to design a unified, competency-based EPI training package and conduct Training of Trainers for national institutions and officers in Somalia. The role aims to strengthen the immunization system through comprehensive training modules covering vaccinators, managers, data personnel, cold chain technicians, and community mobilizers.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end technical leadership to design a unified, competency-based training package
• Conduct Training of Trainers (ToT) for selected national training institutions and EPI national officers
• Map required core competencies for target cadres including vaccinators, mid-level managers, data personnel, social mobilizers, cold chain managers/technicians, surveillance focal persons, and training institutions
• Develop an integrated, modular curriculum including manuals, slide decks, job aids, OSCE/skills checklists, and coaching guides
• Embed cross-cutting content such as equity/gender, zero-dose, safety/AEFI, data quality/use, new vaccine introduction and PCV addendum
• Ensure blended delivery methods adaptable for Somali translation
• Design rapid MEL tools including pre/post-tests, OSCE rubrics, fidelity checklist, coaching and joint-supervision tools
• Develop HRH/training tracking template for cascade monitoring
• Co-plan and co-deliver ToT to selected institutions and EPI national officers
• Produce trainer deployment plan for cascade phase
• Support pilot testing and refinement of training materials
• Provide implementation handbook and QA plan for cascade

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master’s level or above) in public health, epidemiology, or related field
• 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in EPI training design/ToT in LMIC/fragile settings
• Strong MEL and competency-based design expertise
• Demonstrated expertise across cold chain, surveillance/AEFI, data systems, SBC, and new vaccine introductions
• Excellent facilitation and materials development skills
• English language proficiency required
• Experience working in low- and middle-income countries preferred
• TOT Certified
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills

Skills

• EPI Training Design
• Training of Trainers Workshops
• Competency-based training
• Monitoring Evaluation Accountability Learning
• Cold Chain Management
• Surveillance and AEFI
• Data Systems Administration
• Social and Behavior Change
• New Vaccine Introduction
• Training Facilitation
• Training Material Development
• TOT Certification
• Report Writing
• Analytical Skills

Languages

English