Project for Strengthening Measures Against Non-Communicable Diseases in Senegal

This JICA consultant contract announcement pertains to the "Project for Strengthening Measures Against Non-Communicable Diseases in Senegal." The project aims to enhance Senegal's capacity to combat non-communicable diseases (NCDs), which represent a growing public health challenge in the region. The scope of work for the selected consultant is expected to involve a comprehensive assessment of the current NCD situation in Senegal, including epidemiological data, existing healthcare infrastructure, and current policy frameworks. Based on this assessment, the consultant will be tasked with developing strategies and action plans to strengthen prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and management of NCDs. This may involve capacity building for healthcare professionals, improving access to essential medicines and technologies, and promoting public awareness campaigns. The project will likely focus on key NCDs such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and chronic respiratory diseases. The ultimate goal is to reduce the burden of NCDs on the Senegalese population and healthcare system, contributing to improved health outcomes and sustainable development. The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Health and other relevant stakeholders in Senegal, as well as JICA's Senegal office, to ensure effective implementation and alignment with national health priorities.

This is a consulting contract in the health and medical services sector, with a focus on Infectious Diseases. Located in Senegal, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through JICA - Japan International Cooperation Agency, a bilateral development cooperation agency. Bilateral agency contracts follow the agency's own procurement guidelines and may have nationality-based eligibility rules for consulting in the health and medical services sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. This is a shortlist announcement indicating that firms have been pre-selected for the next phase of the procurement process.