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General
Description of assignment title
Developing and categorizing a database of mentorship resources
Assignment country
Egypt
Sustainable Development Goal
3. Good health and well-being
Host entity
WHO
Modality
Online
For how many hours per week will the volunteer be required?
6 - 10 hours per week
Number of Assignments
1
Duration
4 weeks
Advertisement end date
2026-09-30
Details
Mission and objectives
The World Health Organization serves as the directing and coordinating authority for public health within the United Nations system. WHO seeks to promote health, ensure everyone can attain the highest level of health, keep the world safe and serve the vulnerable through partnerships, people and countries.
Context
In alignment with EMRO Resolution EM/RC63/R.4: Strategic Framework for Strengthening Health Laboratory Services in the WHO Eastern Mediterranean Region (extended to 2029), a key priority of the Integrated Disease Surveillance and Laboratory Unit (CSL) is to strengthen Laboratory Quality Management Systems (LQMS) and support public health laboratories in achieving readiness for accreditation against ISO 15189 through structured capacity building, mentorship, and peer learning.
Within this framework, support is required to strengthen the design and implementation of a structured mentorship program for ISO 15189 readiness by developing a comprehensive and organized repository of mentorship resources that can be used by mentors, mentees, and program coordinators across countries in the Region.
Task type
Database creation & maintenance
Task description
Build a structured mentorship resource database by identifying, compiling, and categorizing publicly available resources from WHO and other relevant organizations. Organize materials into thematic areas such as mentorship tools, guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), training materials, templates, checklists, and reference documents
Assignment requirements
Required experience
• Background in Medical Microbiology, Laboratory Sciences, or a related field
• Understanding of ISO 15189:2022 quality management systems (preferred)
• Experience in laboratory quality improvement, mentorship, or capacity-building programs
• Strong analytical, documentation, and coordination skills
• Ability to work in multicultural and multidisciplinary environments
Languages
English, Level: Working knowledge
Other information
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Background in medical microbiology or laboratory sciences; understanding of ISO 15189:2022 preferred; experience in laboratory quality improvement, mentorship, or capacity-building; strong analytical, documentation, and coordination skills; working knowledge of English.
Key Responsibilities
- developing database
- categorizing resources
- compiling materials
Job Details
- Category: Research and Development (R&D)
- Seniority: No Prior Experience Required
- Commitment: Volunteer
- Workplace: Remote — Egypt
- Languages: English
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