The Nepal Health Sector Support Programme 3 (NHSSP 3) had begun in March 2017 as the technical assistance (TA) component of FCDO’s Nepal Health Sector Programme 3 (NHSP3), and included two TA components, the General Health Technical Assistance (GHTA) to support the federal MoHP to deliver its Health Sector Strategy 2015-2022; and the Retrofitting and Health Infrastructure TA (RHITA) to MoHP and Department of Urban Development and Building Construction (DUDBC) to support the retrofitting and rehabilitation of two priority hospitals in earthquake affected areas. A no-cost extension for the programme was confirmed recently, to provide support for the completion of retrofitting of the two public hospitals, and to enable essential components of health reform in the context of federalism. The no-cost extension is referred to as RHITA+ reflecting this dual purpose and will be delivered by Options.

The health systems strengthening component of RHITA+ will mainly have a sub-national focus and provide support for the early implementation phase of the new Nepal Health Sector Strategic Plan, 2022-2030. The federal constitution mandates local governments to deliver the Basic Health Services Package (BHS) and provincial governments are now responsible for most of the referral services. Support is required to enable these sub-national governments to strengthen their capacity for governance and accountability, and to provide quality health services which everyone can access without financial burden.

• Lead on support to rolling out of the draft Procurement Improvement Plans (PIPs) in the focal provinces, which have been developed following the updated Public Procurement Strategic Framework for Medicines and Medical Goods (PPSF, 2022-27).
• Support MoHP/MoSD to protect the integrity of the procurement process, and assist in the procurement of goods, services and works including quality assurance to meet requirements to achieve value for money, efficiency, transparency and accountability
• Support the RHITA+ work-plan development for the procurement activities, in coordination with the Lead Advisors in the federal and provincial Health Systems Strengthening team, regularly track progress against work plans and ensure federal and provincial activities are aligned.
• Contribute substantively to payment and non-payment technical deliverables and write relevant sections of these deliverables.
• Adopt a “one team approach” to delivery of the programme and aim to achieve the cross-cutting objectives of building resilience and improving the equity and quality of the Nepal health system while Leaving No-One Behind.
• Work collaboratively with any international, national and provincial technical advisors and coordinators

• Master degree, or other appropriate qualification, in public administration, social science, management studies or other related discipline from recognised university
• Minimum five years' experience in procurement of goods and services
• Demonstrated understanding of Government of Nepal procurement rules, procedures and legislation
• Deep understanding of the context of health procurement in Nepal
• Previous experience of working with the Public Sector
• Understanding of organisational development and of change management
• Experience working with senior members of government
• Relevant skills, attributes and other requirements are mentioned in Terms of Reference (ToR).

Benefits

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including festival bonus, gratuity, insurance packages etc.

Application process

• To apply, please fill in the form
• The closing date for applications is: 18th January 2023
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview.
• Please note that this role will be subject to full pre-employment background checks including criminal record check, identification check, employment references and right to work verification (where appropriate)
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application at your earliest opportunity

Other information

• As an equal opportunity employer, Options Consultancy Services is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage or civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Options Consultancy Services.
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
• We seek people who are pro-choice, promote diversity and inclusion, are energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
• Applicants must have the right to work in Nepal.