Family Health International (FHI 360)

Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation

FinancePosted 1 mo ago

Location

to the new Cambodia Academy of Science (CASA) facility.

Job Type

INTERNSHIP

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On-site

About the role

BTDC-ID: 41286 CLOSING DATE: 04-Sep-2026 Expected Outputs Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation Contact Details OFFICE ADDRESS GIA Tower, 12th Floor (Rooms G1201 & G1202) Street Sopheak Mongkol, Corner of Koh Pich, Sangkat Tonle Basak, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia CONTACT NAME Family Health International (FHI 360) PHONE 012 652 725 EMAIL TO: sraiya@fhi360.org WEBSITE www.fhi360.org Announcement Description FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so that people everywhere can access the opportunities they need to lead full, healthy lives.
Our staff of more than 2,200 experts work in over 50 countries around the world.
The Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity, led by FHI 360, is a critical addition to the U.S.
Government's Global Health Security (GHS) portfolio.
STRIDES strengthens disease detection, surveillance, data collection, analysis, and reporting systems to help countries prevent, detect, report, and respond to epidemics, pandemics, and emerging infectious disease threats.
Under Activity 1.2.1a, STRIDES, in collaboration with the General Directorate of Animal Health and Production (GDAHP) of Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), the National Animal Health and Production Research Institute (NAHPRI), will support efforts to strengthen laboratory quality systems and advance NAHPRI's preparedness toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation.
As part of this support, STRIDES will engage a consultant to conduct a baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory readiness, focusing on management system and documentation requirements that can be addressed prior to the laboratory's relocation to the new Cambodia Academy of Science (CASA) facility.
The assessment will provide a structured review of the current Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS), identify strengths and gaps against ISO 17025:2017 requirements, document partner investments and technical assistance, and develop a practical phased accreditation roadmap.
Findings from the assessment will help NAHPRI and partners prioritize quality improvement activities, coordinate investments, and establish strong systems during the relocation to the CASA facility.
Expected Outputs Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation CAREER CATEGORY: Consultancies LOCATION: Phnom Penh SUMMARY Solicitation Number: FY26-STRIDES-GHS-031 Date of Issue of RFP: August 25, 2026 Date Questions from Supplier Due: September 02, 2026 Date Answers due from FHI 360: September 03, 2026 Date Proposal Due: September 04, 2026 Approximate Timeframe Consultant Agreement Issued to Successful Candidate(s): September 10, 2026 Detailed Description of Tasks to be Performed The consultant will support STRIDES, NAHPRI/GDAHP/MAFF, and engage with partners (the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)/International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)) to conduct a baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory's readiness toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation and develop a phased improvement roadmap.
Objectives Assess the current status of NAHPRI's Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS) against ISO 17025:2017 requirements.
Identify gaps, priorities, and opportunities for improvement to support accreditation readiness.
Review and document partner investments and technical assistance supporting laboratory strengthening.
Conduct consultations with NAHPRI management, technical staff, and relevant partners.
Develop a phased accreditation improvement roadmap, including pre-relocation and post-relocation priorities.
Scope of Work and Tasks to be Accomplished The consultant will have 15 working days to complete the tasks.
During the period of performance, the consultant will work closely with STRIDES, NAHPRI/GDAHP/MAFF, FAO/IAEA, and other relevant national health actors to conduct a structured baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory's quality management toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation.
The consultant will assess laboratory management systems, quality documentation, organizational arrangements, and accreditation readiness; facilitate consultations with key actors; and develop recommendations and an improvement roadmap to support phased accreditation efforts.
Please click attachement below for more information.
Eligibility Minimum Qualifications A degree in Public Health, Microbiology, Medicine, Tropical Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
Advanced degree preferred.
At least 5 years of experience conducting laboratory quality assessments or audits.
Certified ISO17025 assessor, or significant experience or training on the ISO 17025 checklist, or equivalent accreditation-related certification from a recognized body.
Experience serving as an assessor, technical assessor, auditor, quality manager, or accreditation focal person for.

Required Skills

ISO 17025 AccreditationLaboratory Quality Management System (LQMS)AssessmentData CollectionData AnalysisReporting SystemsDocumentationTechnical AssistanceRoadmap DevelopmentConsultationsCollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingStrategic Planning

About Family Health International (FHI 360)

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FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so that people everywhere can access the opportunities they need to lead full, healthy lives. We implement projects related to infectious diseases, health, education, economic strengthening and humanitarian response. Our staff of more than 2,000 experts work in over 50 countries around the world.

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BTDC-ID: 41286 CLOSING DATE: 04-Sep-2026 Expected Outputs Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation Contact Details OFFICE ADDRESS GIA Tower, 12th Floor (Rooms G1201 & G1202) Street Sopheak Mongkol, Corner of Koh Pich, Sangkat Tonle Basak, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia CONTACT NAME Family Health International (FHI 360) PHONE 012 652 725 EMAIL TO: sraiya@fhi360.org WEBSITE www.fhi360.org Announcement Description FHI 360 is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes research, resources and relationships so that people everywhere can access the opportunities they need to lead full, healthy lives.
Our staff of more than 2,200 experts work in over 50 countries around the world.
The Strengthening Infectious Disease Detection Systems (STRIDES) Activity, led by FHI 360, is a critical addition to the U.S.
Government's Global Health Security (GHS) portfolio.
STRIDES strengthens disease detection, surveillance, data collection, analysis, and reporting systems to help countries prevent, detect, report, and respond to epidemics, pandemics, and emerging infectious disease threats.
Under Activity 1.2.1a, STRIDES, in collaboration with the General Directorate of Animal Health and Production (GDAHP) of Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), the National Animal Health and Production Research Institute (NAHPRI), will support efforts to strengthen laboratory quality systems and advance NAHPRI's preparedness toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation.
As part of this support, STRIDES will engage a consultant to conduct a baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory readiness, focusing on management system and documentation requirements that can be addressed prior to the laboratory's relocation to the new Cambodia Academy of Science (CASA) facility.
The assessment will provide a structured review of the current Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS), identify strengths and gaps against ISO 17025:2017 requirements, document partner investments and technical assistance, and develop a practical phased accreditation roadmap.
Findings from the assessment will help NAHPRI and partners prioritize quality improvement activities, coordinate investments, and establish strong systems during the relocation to the CASA facility.
Expected Outputs Consultancy for a Structured Assessment of Laboratory Quality Management toward ISO 17025 Accreditation CAREER CATEGORY: Consultancies LOCATION: Phnom Penh SUMMARY Solicitation Number: FY26-STRIDES-GHS-031 Date of Issue of RFP: August 25, 2026 Date Questions from Supplier Due: September 02, 2026 Date Answers due from FHI 360: September 03, 2026 Date Proposal Due: September 04, 2026 Approximate Timeframe Consultant Agreement Issued to Successful Candidate(s): September 10, 2026 Detailed Description of Tasks to be Performed The consultant will support STRIDES, NAHPRI/GDAHP/MAFF, and engage with partners (the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)/International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)) to conduct a baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory's readiness toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation and develop a phased improvement roadmap.
Objectives Assess the current status of NAHPRI's Laboratory Quality Management System (LQMS) against ISO 17025:2017 requirements.
Identify gaps, priorities, and opportunities for improvement to support accreditation readiness.
Review and document partner investments and technical assistance supporting laboratory strengthening.
Conduct consultations with NAHPRI management, technical staff, and relevant partners.
Develop a phased accreditation improvement roadmap, including pre-relocation and post-relocation priorities.
Scope of Work and Tasks to be Accomplished The consultant will have 15 working days to complete the tasks.
During the period of performance, the consultant will work closely with STRIDES, NAHPRI/GDAHP/MAFF, FAO/IAEA, and other relevant national health actors to conduct a structured baseline assessment of NAHPRI laboratory's quality management toward ISO 17025:2017 accreditation.
The consultant will assess laboratory management systems, quality documentation, organizational arrangements, and accreditation readiness; facilitate consultations with key actors; and develop recommendations and an improvement roadmap to support phased accreditation efforts.
Please click attachement below for more information.
Eligibility Minimum Qualifications A degree in Public Health, Microbiology, Medicine, Tropical Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field.
Advanced degree preferred.
At least 5 years of experience conducting laboratory quality assessments or audits.
Certified ISO17025 assessor, or significant experience or training on the ISO 17025 checklist, or equivalent accreditation-related certification from a recognized body.
Experience serving as an assessor, technical assessor, auditor, quality manager, or accreditation focal person for.