Pro-Health International was founded in 1991 by four medical professionals: Drs. Mark Umoh, Efem Iyeme, Owido Udofia, and Iko Ibanga, who were concerned about taking free, quality healthcare to rural communities in Africa where easy access to healthcare was a challenge. For Iko Ibanga, Pro-Health International was a culmination of past desires and experiences. During the Nigerian civil war, malnourished, impoverished and sick refugees passed through his hometown of Uruk Uso in a steady stream and x year old Iko sought to alleviate their suffering. At every opportunity, he would gather bits and pieces of food that were available in the house and share with the refugees. His mother usually reprimanded him for giving out too much food, but Iko always sought to do more. He determined that he would grow up to become a doctor and treat people for free. As a medical intern, Iko Ibanga recalls a patient who could not pay his bills and was detained in the hospital. While trying to negotiate the release of this patient, a fellow doctor said to him, "If it bothers you so much, why don’t you go out there and treat them for free?” These words kept him awake all night and his childhood desires re-surfaced. This desire was heightened when he met Dr. Bob Schoffstall, an American missionary and general surgeon, who inspired and encouraged him to volunteer on his first medical mission. Dr. Ibanga’s experiences influenced him to start an organization that would deliver quality healthcare in rural areas without cost to the recipients. The organization would also encourage Nigerian healthcare professionals to provide healthcare services voluntarily. The heart of Pro-Health International’s work is to bring quality healthcare to the communities where easy access to healthcare is a challenge. Majority of these communities are located in rural areas. The lack of access to healthcare, either through hard-to-navigate geographical terrains, lack of facilities, finances or knowledge of their need for proper healthcare, contributes significantly to the poor health indices recorded in many African communities. Since inception, Pro-Health International has grown into an international family of over 3000 volunteer healthcare professionals fulfilling the vision to improve the health of Africa’s people - especially those who live in the rural areas - at little or no cost to the recipients, and with the love of Christ. Pro-Health International has come a long way from its first 3-day healthcare outreach where 3 doctors saw 300 patients and carried out 15 surgeries. We have grown from 2-3 medical missions annually to executing about 25 medical missions yearly in Nigeria and Africa.
Objectives of the Consultancy
Overall Objective:
- To assess the impact and effectiveness of the PHEM training program and provide recommendations for future improvements.
Specific Objectives
- Assess the extent to which the training met its stated aims and learning objectives.
- Identify strengths and weaknesses of the training content, methodologies, and resources.
- Determine how the acquired knowledge, skills, and competencies contributed to disease outbreak preparedness and response.
- Appraisethe extent of knowledge and skills retention for PHEOC functionality post-training.
- Provide recommendations for improvingthe program’s design, delivery, and sustainability.
Scope of Work
The consultant will:
- Develop a Protocol: Prepare a detailed evaluation protocol for CDC approval, aligned with CDC’s scientific writing checklist.
- Desk Review: Review existing PHEM training materials, participant lists, feedback forms, and previous evaluation reports. .
- Methodology Development: Design a robust evaluation methodology using both quantitative and qualitative approaches
- Data Collection: Collect and collate both primary and secondary data as related to the PHEM training.
- Data Analysis :Analyze the collated data for decision making and draw inferences.
- Reporting: Prepare a comprehensive evaluation report with findings, conclusions, and evidence-based recommendations.
- Presentation & Knowledge Products:
- Present findings to CDC and other stakeholders
- Develop a policy brief and fact sheet on PHEM.
- Draft a manuscript for publication by CDC.
Deliverables
The consultant will provide:
- Inception Report: Detailing methodology, work plan, and tools.
- Protocol: Outlining key relevant sections.
- Draft Evaluation Report: Submitted for review and feedback from PHI.
- Final Evaluation Report: Incorporating feedback, with executive summary and actionable recommendations.
- Presentation: Key findings and recommendations presented to CDC.
- Knowledge Products: Policy brief, fact sheet, and manuscript for publication.
Consultant Profile
Academic Qualifications
- Advanced university degree (Master’s minimum) in public health, emergency management, monitoring and evaluation, or related field.
Skills
- Excellent analytical, report writing, and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
- Proficiency in data analysis software and MS Office applications.
Experience
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in monitoring and evaluation of public health or humanitarian programs.
- Proven experience in evaluating training programs, particularly in emergency preparedness and response.
- Experience working with government ministries or international organizations in the health sector (desirable).
- Evidence of past similar evaluations conducted.
Duration
- The consultancy is expected to be completed within56 working days/8 weeks, starting on 1st Februaryand ending on March 2026.
Reporting and Coordination
- The consultant will report directly to PHI’s Senior Programme Manager and indirectly to CDC’s institutional POC for PHEM.
Payment Timelines
Payments will be made in tranches linked to deliverables:
- 20% upon submission and approval of the Inception Report and Protocol.
- 50% upon submission of the Draft Evaluation Report.
- 30% upon submission and acceptance of the Final Evaluation Report, presentation, and knowledge products.
Method of Application
Signup to view application details.
Signup Now
