Policy & Regulatory Consultant for Midwifery Reform in Lebanon

About the role

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) seeks an experienced SRHR Policy & Regulatory Consultant to lead a short‑term consultancy aimed at strengthening the legal and regulatory framework for midwives in Lebanon. The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Public Health, the Lebanese Order of Midwives, and UNFPA to produce evidence‑based legislative proposals and an advocacy roadmap.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive desk review and gap analysis of existing Lebanese midwifery laws, decrees and ministerial decisions against ICM Global Standards and WHO guidelines.
• Draft updated regulatory text, a modern Scope of Practice for midwives, and a strategic advocacy roadmap targeting policymakers, parliamentarians and professional syndicates.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations, including KIIs and focus groups with legal experts, health officials, professional orders and civil society.
• Organise a policy validation round‑table, integrate feedback, and deliver final legal proposals, Scope of Practice and advocacy plan by 28 December 2026.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in Law, Public Policy, Public Health, Midwifery or related SRHR field.
• 15–20 years of progressive experience in health systems regulation, professional governance or SRMNAH policy, preferably in Lebanon or the MENA region.
• Fluent in Arabic and English, both spoken and written.
• Proven track record of leading high‑level policy advocacy and legal reform initiatives.

Required skills

• Expert knowledge of ICM Global Standards for Midwifery Regulation and WHO health governance frameworks.
• Strong analytical and legal drafting abilities.
• Experience designing advocacy strategies and stakeholder engagement plans.