Local Consultant - In-Depth Evaluation Case Study – Kenya

Integrated Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI) is an American management consulting firm delivering high-impact solutions to complex organizational challenges. We partner with government and private sector clients to strengthen institutions, enhance performance, and drive measurable results in the U.S. and around the world. With a track record of over 300 projects across more than 120 countries, IBTCI brings deep expertise and agile support to government agencies, corporations, and international institutions. We are known for our ability to work in complex settings including conflict-affected areas and for our commitment to actionable insight, data-driven strategy, and long-term impact.

Job Title: Local Consultant - In-Depth Evaluation Case Study – Kenya

Department/Location: Nairobi, Kenya and multiple subnational sites throughout Kenya

Reports To: Team Leader / Vice President

Type: Consultant

Estimated LOE: 27-30 days, March-June 2026

Classification: Consultancy

Clearance Required: N/A

Overview: The Kenya Country Consultant will lead Kenya’s in-depth case study and collect high-quality evidence on how Unitaid’s investments strengthen cervical cancer screening, treatment, and integration with HIV services. Kenya has advanced cervical cancer programming and strong county-level health governance, making it a critical learning site for Unitaid. The consultant will investigate how HPV molecular testing, self-sampling pilots, thermal ablation deployment, and integrated sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and HIV service models operate across diverse county contexts.

Note: The local consultant will be paired with a local Logistics and Research Assistant to support the in-depth case data collection, including managing local travel, liaising with facility and community stakeholders, and assisting with real-time documentation during interviews and field visits.

Their responsibilities will include:

Essential Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. Prepare and Mobilize for the Evaluation

• Review national strategies, CHAI and MOH implementation documents, cervical cancer monitoring data, and Unitaid partner reports.
• Develop a Kenya-specific data collection plan that reflects county-level diversity and service delivery models.
• Initiate outreach to national and county health officials to confirm interviews, site visits, and clearances.

2. Lead Stakeholder Engagement at National and County Levels

• Interview MOH Reproductive Health leadership, National Cancer Control Program staff, HIV program managers, and CHAI and WHO focal points.
• Engage county health directors and facility managers to document how they implement Unitaid-supported interventions.
• Conduct interviews in English and Kiswahili with community health volunteers, frontline health workers, and civil society groups.

3. Conduct Facility and Programmatic Observations

• Visit high-volume facilities and hubs implementing HPV self-sampling, molecular testing, and thermal ablation.
• Observe workflows from sample collection through treatment referral and follow-up.
• Document bottlenecks such as equipment availability, sample processing delays, or gaps in triage and linkage-to-treatment.

4. Gather Community, User, and Women’s Perspectives

• Facilitate structured discussions with screened women, WLHIV groups, and community health workers who support outreach.
• Document user experiences related to acceptability of self-sampling, stigma, access challenges, and treatment navigation.

5. Analyze Data and Produce the Kenya Case Study

• Synthesize interviews, observation notes, and documentation into a 10–12 page case study.
• Identify context–mechanism–outcome configurations that explain why certain models succeed in Kenya.
• Highlight lessons on integration with HIV services, county leadership, and sustainable scale-up pathways.

6. Collaborate with the Core Team

• Join regular coordination calls and respond promptly to clarification requests.
• Confirm factual accuracy and support cross-country synthesis led by the core evaluation team.

Deliverables

• Kenya Data Collection Plan
• Interview notes, observation summaries, community engagement documentation
• Draft Kenya Case Study (10–12 pages)
• Contributions to cross-country synthesis

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5–10 years of evaluation or applied research experience in global health
• Strong experience with Kenya’s devolved health system
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili
• Experience with SRH, HIV, or cervical cancer programs

Education: An advanced degree in a relevant field across the social sciences

Working Environment: Work is performed in a typical corporate office environment or remotely.

Physical Requirements: This is largely a sedentary position that required the ability to speak, hear, see, and lift small objects up to 20 lbs.

Supervisory Responsibility: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Travel: Domestic travel may require.

Work Authorization: Candidate must be authorized to work in the country of residence.

About the Organization:

Proudly based in Fairfax, Virginia since 1987, Integrated Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI) is an American management consulting firm delivering high-impact solutions to complex organizational challenges. We partner with government and private sector clients to strengthen institutions, enhance performance, and drive measurable results in the U.S. and around the world. With a track record of over 300 projects across more than 120 countries, IBTCI brings deep expertise and agile support to government agencies, corporations, and international institutions. We are known for our ability to work in complex settings including conflict-affected areas and for our commitment to actionable insight, data-driven strategy, and long-term impact. We help our clients achieve meaningful results by leveraging innovative approaches and technologies. Through strategic partnerships across government and the private sector, we deliver smarter solutions—faster, more efficiently, and at a lower cost.

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