Call for consultancy: Technical Consultant to provide technical expertise on a pilot active antimicrobial resistance surveillance in aquaculture sector

1. Detailed Description of Tasks to be Performed:

The Vietnam Fleming Fund Country Grant—Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance in Vietnam (FFCGVN) addresses critical gaps in the surveillance of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria in Vietnam. This grant will support implementation of national plans for antimicrobial resistance (AMR), antimicrobial use and consumption (AMU/C) surveillance in the Animal Health (AH), Environment Health (EH) and Human Health (HH) sectors with One Health approach. We will work closely with local entities that are already involved in AMR/AMU surveillance, oversight and improvement activities, local and national Technical Working Groups, national and regional reference laboratories for animal health, other government and national and international non-government stakeholders, and Mott MacDonald - the Fleming Fund Management Agent.

FFCGVN is seeking for a qualified and experienced Vietnamese consultant to work with an AMR focal point of DAH and FHI 360 for developing a protocol of active AMR surveillance in Tra fish (pangasius) in Dong Thap province protocol, providing technical expertise on sample collection, and analyze data and write a report on the pilot AMR surveillance results.

The Consultant is requested to have understanding and experiences in AMR or relevant topics in aquaculture sector and the National Action Plans (NAP) on preventing AMR in agriculture sector for the period 2021-2025. The Consultant will be working closely with focal points of DAH, FHI 360, Regional Animal Health Office No. VII (RAHO7) and Sub-Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary and Fishery (SDAHVF) in Dong Thap province during implementing this work. The Consultant will be supported by relevant technical expertise at AMROH (an oversea technical consultant of Fleming Fund supporting for Vietnam) via emails or virtual meetings if needed.

2. Objectives:

Under this scope of work, the consultant is expected to achieve the following objectives:

• Desk review and develop a pilot protocol of active AMR surveillance in Tra fish (pangasius) in Dong Thap province based on the guidelines of FAO and MARD (NAP on preventing AMR in agriculture sector for the period 2021-2025).
• Provide technical assistance for RAHO7 in sample collection, data analysis and reporting for the pilot implementation.

Note: Additional deliverables and working days may be included in a contract modification to align with the agreed-upon plan

3. Scope of work and expected deliverables:

Location of work: Vietnam.

Travel: Travel is not included.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Medical Doctor’s degree and Master of Science degree.
• At least five years of experience in working with DAH, knowledge and expertise in active AMR surveillance in aquaculture or relevant topics.
• Strong experience in AMC, AMU and AMR in aquaculture sector; well understanding of the NAP in agriculture sector for the period 2021-2025.
• Good interpersonal skills, good communication skill in both Vietnamese and English. 

Evaluation Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on the applicants’ experience and qualifications as detailed above.

Required Documentation

Proposals must include the following components:

Applicant’s CV and highest-level degree

• Letter of interest that briefs relevant qualification and experience
• Proposed daily rate
• FHI 360 Biodata form

Application

• Application to this call should be submitted by email to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] no later than 5PM October 5th, 2024 with subject line “FF-Consultancy on Aqua AMR surveillance”
• All prospective vendors must comply with the safeguarding policies of our organization. Any violations of the policies may result in immediate contract termination without liability for the organization.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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