RE-REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI): Individual Consultant — Japanese Encephalitis (JE) Outbreak Response

ADRA Nepal

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ADRA NEPAL

RE-REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

Individual Consultant — Japanese Encephalitis (JE) Outbreak Response

EOI reference numberD1-037/2026/027
Date of issue25 September 2026
Engagement typeIndividual consultancy
EligibilityOpen to qualified and experienced Nepalese citizens in the relevant field
Submission deadline28 September 2026, 4:00 PM

Background

ADRA, the global humanitarian organisation of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, delivers relief and development support to individuals in more than 120 countries, regardless of ethnicity, political affiliation, gender or religious association. By partnering with local communities, organisations and governments, ADRA ensures its programmes are culturally appropriate and build sustainable local capacity.

In Nepal, ADRA has been a trusted development partner for over 38 years, with expertise in health, livelihoods, education and disaster risk management, working with all three levels of government and civil society nationwide, with a focus on Madhesh, Bagmati, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces.

Nepal is currently facing a Japanese Encephalitis (JE) outbreak in Nepal with high fatality among unvaccinated adults. Severe JE and Acute Encephalitis Syndrome (AES) require prompt preventive and curative intervention to reduce illness and save lives. With support from the United States Department of State (US DoS), CORE Group Partners Project (CGPP) and  ADRA Nepal is supporting the Government of Nepal's JE outbreak response in Koshi Province and Madhesh Province.

ADRA Nepal invites qualified and experienced individual consultants to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the positions described below, in support of this outbreak response.

Consultancy Position: Clinical Trainer

Position titleClinical Trainer (1 position)
Duty stationBased in Kathmandu field in Madhesh and Koshi province
Contract durationTwo months
Scope of workClinical capacity development for doctors, nurses and health workers for JE/AES case management, in addition to VPDs, and provides technical support to assess the operational readiness of referral hospitals in the response districts.
Required qualifications & competencies
  • MBBS degree with valid registration with the Nepal Medical Council (NMC), or Master's degree (MD in General Medicine, Internal Medicine, Paediatrics or Public Health) strongly preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of clinical experience, critical care management, infectious diseases, or VPD/JE surveillance and case management
  • Working knowledge of the national Clinical Management Protocol of AES/JE in Nepal and of national treatment and referral protocols for Vaccine-Preventable Diseases. As well as hospital management.

Expression of Interest — Submission Requirements

Interested and qualified individual consultants should submit the following documents:

  • A cover letter (maximum 1 page) stating the specific position(s) applied for and confirming availability for the full contract duration.
  • An updated curriculum vitae (CV), including relevant qualifications, experience, and at least two professional references.
  • Copies of academic certificates and, where applicable, professional registration/license (e.g. Nepal Medical Council registration).
  • Copy of citizenship and PAN certificate
  • A financial proposal or expected consultancy fee, where requested in the specific job description.
  • Application must send to procurement@adranepal.org including requested documents

4. General Conditions

  • ADRA is a Child Safe Organization with zero tolerance for child abuse and screens applicants for suitability to work with children.
  • Applications must be submitted no later than 4:00 PM, 28 September 2026.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be called for further screening.
  • ADRA Nepal reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Expressions of Interest during the screening process.
  • Telephone enquiries will not be entertained.

Overview

Category Public Health, Development Project, Health Medicine
Openings 1
Position Type Contract
Experience Please check details
Education Please check details
Posted Date 25 Sep, 2026
Apply Before 28 Sep, 2026
City Kathmandu, Madhesh Province, Koshi Province