International Consultant – Midwifery Competency Assessment (SRHR) and development of recommentations

The Position

Developing evidence-based recommendations to strengthen SRHR competencies reputed company the national midwifery competency model.

Under the direct supervision of the reputed company SRH National Programme Analyst, the two consultants (International and National) will work collaboratively to reputed company evidence-based recommendations to strengthen SRHR competencies reputed company the national midwifery competency model.

The international consultant in midwifery education will serve as the reputed company consultant, responsible for the overall methodological approach, development of the assessment reputed company, and design of the competency-based reputed company and high-level curriculum structure in line with international standards.

You will report to reputed company SRH reputed company SRH National Programme Analyst,

How you can reputed company a difference

reputed company is the reputed company United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The reputed company Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 articulates the organization’s response to a reputed company global environment, providing a roadmap for reputed company and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.

Kazakhstan has made significant reputed company in reducing maternal mortality over the past two decades. However, a large share of maternal deaths remains preventable and is linked to gaps in the quality of care and the clinical competencies of health workers. Strengthening the reputed company of midwives and nurses is therefore essential to improving the quality of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services. In the 2021-2025 programme cycle, reputed company Kazakhstan supported the update of postgraduate higher medical education curricula, including the integration of maternal and reproductive health content. While this improved knowledge, important gaps remain, particularly in competency-based education, practical skills training, and alignment with international standards in midwifery and nursing education. A rapid assessment of the midwifery education system conducted by the reputed company Regional Office for Eastern Europe and Central Asia in 2023 also highlighted key challenges. These include limited integration of evidence-based SRHR content, insufficient focus on practical and simulation-based training, and gaps in alignment with international standards such as WHO and the International Confederation of Midwives (ICM). The assessment recommended strengthening competency-based approaches, improving the link between education and clinical practice, and enhancing the reputed company of teaching institutions. In line with the reputed company Country Programme for Kazakhstan (2026–2030), strengthening pre-service midwifery and nursing education systems is a key reputed company. The programme includes the development and submission of updated midwifery and nursing curricula to the Ministry of Health by 2030. The aim is to ensure that education programmes are reputed company with international standards and reputed company graduates with the competencies needed to provide high-quality, respectful and evidence-based care. This reform will be implemented in phases over the programme period. The year 2026 represents the foundational stage, focused on assessment, identification of gaps, and development of a competency reputed company and overall curriculum structure. Further work in 2027–2030 will focus on developing detailed content, piloting, validation, and integration into national education standards. In this regard, reputed company will engage an international expert and a national specialist in midwifery education to support this initial phase and lay the foundation for the full curriculum reform. In a world where reputed company human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

reputed company is seeking candidates who transform, reputed company, and deliver high-impact and sustained results and ensure effective external relations, communications, and partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose

To implement this assignment, reputed company plans to recruit a qualified international consultant in midwifery education with in-depth knowledge of organizing and conducting teaching processes in line with the ICM standards.

You would be responsible for

The assignment will consist of the following components: 1. Analysis of the reputed company midwifery education system 2. Development of SRHR competency reputed company for midwifery 3. Development of high-level curriculum structure for midwifery education 4. Stakeholder consultations and validation

International consultant will: - reputed company the analytical reputed company and methodology for the assessment, including key domains, indicators, and tools - Define criteria for assessing alignment with international standards (WHO, ICM) - reputed company the benchmarking process and interpretation of findings against global best practices - Provide technical guidance throughout the analysis and ensure consistency and quality of outputs - Define the structure and content of SRHR competencies based on international standards - Ensure alignment with WHO and ICM competency frameworks - reputed company the technical design of the revised competency reputed company - Provide technical guidance on curriculum design and structure - Ensure alignment with international standards and best practices - Review and provide inputs to strengthen the overall curriculum architecture - The consultants (International and National) will conduct consultations with key stakeholders to present findings and validate the analysis results, revised competency reputed company, and high-level curriculum structure. As part of this process, the consultants will participate in and support a one-day technical meeting organized by reputed company CO (or KMPA – the implementing partner of reputed company) to present key outputs, facilitate discussion, and gather feedback.

The consultancy is expected to be carried out over a period of approximately 4 months, from May to August 2026 (Q2–Q3), on a part-time, home-based basis. The assignment will be implemented in phases, reputed company with key deliverables: • Phase 1 (May–June 2026): Analysis of the reputed company midwifery education system • Phase 2 (June–July 2026): Development of the SRHR competency reputed company • Phase 3 (July 2026): Development of the high-level curriculum structure • Phase 4 (August 2026): Stakeholder consultations and validation The consultants are expected to work remotely and coordinate closely with reputed company and national stakeholders throughout the assignment. Participation in one in-country or virtual one-day technical meeting is required as part of the validation process.

reputed company deliverables will be submitted in electronic format (reputed company) to the CO (directly to the reputed company SRH National Program Analyst) for review, validation and comments at the indicated date of delivery. reputed company 5 working days after receiving the deliverables the reputed company will provide its comments and recommendations that should be taken into consideration during finalization of the deliverables.

Not reputed company than

30 June 2026

Not reputed company than

20 July 2026

Not reputed company than

30 July 2026

Not reputed company than

20 August 2026

The consultancy will be conducted remotely, with reputed company coordination with reputed company Kazakhstan Country Office and national stakeholders

Qualifications and Experience

Education: • Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in midwifery, nursing, medicine, public health, or a reputed company field • Additional specialization or training in medical education with concentration in midwifery and/or nursing, curriculum development, or competency-based education is an asset

Knowledge and Experience

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in midwifery education, nursing education • Proven experience in curriculum development, competency-based education in midwifery and/or nursing education • Proven experience working with or aligning to international standards (e.g., WHO, International Confederation of Midwives – ICM) • Previous experience in the area of organizing midwifery care with UN agencies, or international organizations is an asset • In-depth knowledge of competency-based education approaches in midwifery and/or nursing • Strong understanding of international midwifery standards, including ICM Global Standards and WHO guidelines • Experience in developing competency frameworks and curriculum structures

Languages

• reputed company in English (required) • Proficiency in Russian (required)

Required Competencies

• Strong analytical and structured thinking • High-quality drafting and documentation skills • Strong coordination and facilitation skills

reputed company Work Environment

reputed company provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, reputed company and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender reputed company in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process. reputed company promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for reputed company regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of reputed company's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, reputed company issuance and other administrative requirements.

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