REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) for Independent Contractor (IC) Bench

Job Description

CLINTON HEALTH ACCESS INITIATIVE (CHAI)

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) for Independent Contractor (IC) Bench
BACKGROUND
The Clinton Health Access Initiative, Inc (CHAI) is a global health organization committed to
saving lives and reducing the burden of disease in low and middle-income countries. CHAI
began working in Sierra Leone in 2015, supporting the government to rebuild its health
systems following the devastating Ebola outbreak and has since expanded it programs to
support the Government of Sierra Leone.

PURPOSE OF THE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)
CHAI seeks to identify and assess qualified Independent Contractors to support our
programs in Sierra Leone. In line with CHAI’s Independent Contractor Policy, ICs shortlisted
through this process will form part of CHAI Sierra Leone’s approved bench of ICs and may be
subsequently invited to respond to solicitations for consultant services to support various
health programs.

COPE OF SERVICES AND SUPPLIERS REQUIRED
Interested consultants and firms may express interest in one or multiple categories and/or
subcategories listed below. Each submission must clearly state or indicate the category or
subcategory number being applied for.
S/n Category Subcategories

Category 1: Health Systems
Strengthening

Health Policy Development and Analysis
Health Financing and Resource Mobilization
Health Governance and Leadership
Strategic Planning and Program Management
Health Sector Reform
Decentralization and District Health Systems
Public-Private Partnerships in Health

Category 2: Disease-Specific Programs

S/n Category Subcategories

HIV/AIDS Programs
1. Treatment, care, and support services
2. Prevention and behavior change communication
3. HIV testing services and counseling
Malaria Control and Elimination
1. Vector control strategies
2. Case management
3. Surveillance and monitoring
Tuberculosis (TB) Programs
1. TB diagnosis and treatment
2. Drug-resistant TB management
3. TB/HIV co-infection
Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs)
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
Emerging Infectious Diseases and Epidemic
Preparedness

Category 3 Maternal, Newborn and
Child Health (MNCH)

Maternal Health Services
Neonatal Health and Care
Child Health and Nutrition
Adolescent Health and Development
Family Planning and Reproductive Health
Immunization Programs

Category 4 Health Information Systems
and Data Management

Health Management Information Systems (HMIS)
Disease Surveillance Systems
Data Quality Assessment and Improvement
Health Analytics and Business Intelligence
Digital Health Solutions and mHealth
Electronic Medical Records (EMR) Implementation
Data Governance and Information Security

Category 5

Supply Chain and
Pharmaceutical
Management

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management
Commodity Security, quantification and Forecasting
Warehouse and Inventory Management
Cold Chain Management

S/n Category Subcategories
Quality Assurance and Pharmacovigilance
Procurement and Distribution Systems
Medical Equipment Management

Category 6 Laboratory Systems and
Diagnostics

Laboratory Systems Strengthening
Diagnostic Network Development
Quality Management Systems
Laboratory Information Systems
Sample Referral Networks
Point-of-Care Testing

Category 7 Health Workforce
Development

Health Workforce Planning and Management
Pre-service Education and Training
In-service Training and Capacity Building
Clinical Mentoring and Supportive Supervision
Performance Management
Task Shifting and Optimization
Community Health Worker Programs

Category 8 Monitoring, Evaluation and
Learning (MEL)

Monitoring and Evaluation Framework Design
Program Evaluation (baseline, mid-term, endline)
Performance Measurement and Reporting
Data Visualization and Dashboards
Impact Assessment
Operations Research
Learning Agendas and Knowledge Management

Category 9 Health Financing and
Economics

Health Financing Strategy and Reform
National Health Accounts
Costing and Budgeting
Health Insurance Schemes
Resource Tracking and Gap Analysis
Economic Evaluation and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis

S/n Category Subcategories
Sustainable Financing Mechanisms

Category 10 Community Health and
Engagement

Community-Based Health Programs
Community Health Worker Systems
Social and Behavior Change Communication (SBCC)
Community Mobilization and Engagement
Patient Navigation and Adherence Support
Health Promotion and Prevention

Category 11 Quality Improvement and
Patient Safety

Quality Improvement (QI) Methodologies
Accreditation and Certification Systems
Clinical Standards and Guidelines Development
Patient Safety Programs
Infection Prevention and Control
Clinical Audit and Review

Category 12 Environmental Health and
WASH

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) in Healthcare
Healthcare Waste Management
Environmental Health Risk Assessment
Occupational Health and Safety in Healthcare Settings

Category 13 Nutrition Programs

Nutrition Assessment and Surveillance
Maternal and Child Nutrition
Micronutrient Interventions
Management of Acute Malnutrition
Food Security and Nutrition Integration
Nutrition-Sensitive Programming

Category 14

Mental Health, Assistive
technology and
Psychosocial Support

Mental Health Systems Strengthening
Integration of Mental Health into Primary Care
Psychosocial Support Programs
Substance Abuse and Addiction Services
Trauma and Crisis Counseling
Assistive Technologies (products and services)

S/n Category Subcategories

Category 15 Implementation Science
and Technical Assistance

Program Design and Implementation Planning
Technical Assistance and Advisory Services
Implementation Research
Scale-up and Sustainability Planning
Innovation and Adaptive Management
Stakeholder Coordination and Partnership Management

Category 16 Grant Management and
Compliance

Grant Writing and Proposal Development
Financial Management and Compliance
Sub-recipient Management
Donor Reporting and Documentation
Risk Management and Internal Controls
Audit Support and Preparation

Category 17 Cross-Cutting Areas

Gender Equity and Women’s Empowerment
Human Rights-Based Approaches
Youth and Adolescent Programming
Disability-Inclusive Health Services
Climate Change and Health
One Health Approaches
Health Security and Emergency Preparedness

HOW TO APPLY:
All interested consultants and firms are invited to submit their Expression of Interest
documents/proposal no later than March 18th, 2026. Submission received after the
deadline will not be considered.
All submissions must be sent to SLProcurement@clintonhealthaccess.org with the category
indicated in the subject line.
In order to be eligible, Interested consultants/firms should submit their Expression of
Interest with the following indications and documents for consideration. Failure to provide
all the information and documents listed below may result in the rejection or disqualification
of the EOI:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Category/categories of interest
3. Specific subcategories where expertise is available
4. Relevant experience in Sierra Leone or similar contexts
5. Sample past performance/references
All inquiries regarding this EOI should be addressed
SLProcurement@clintonhealthaccess.org no later than March 18th, 2026. Questions and
CHAI responses will be circulated among those who have submitted questions. CHAI will
only consider written requests for clarification. Only written answers from CHAI will be
considered oƯicial and carry weight in the EOI process and subsequent evaluation. Answers
or guidance received outside of the oƯicial channel from employees or representatives of
CHAI will not be considered oƯicial information regarding this EOI.
Ethical Conduct and Conflicts of Interest
In accordance with CHAI’s Global Code of Conduct and Conflicts of Interest Policy, CHAI is
committed to conducting procurements with integrity and objectively selecting suppliers
and vendors. CHAI maintains a zero-tolerance policy for acts including but not limited to
collusion among vendors, submitting falsified bids, bribery, and/or other forms of fraud.
Vendors engaging in such conduct will be disqualified from current and future opportunities.
CHAI employees and others acting on CHAI’s behalf are prohibited from accepting or asking
for bribes, gifts, fees, or any other object of value or compensation related to doing business.

DISCLAIMER
This request for Expression of Interest (EOI) does not obligate CHAI to make an award or fund
an applicant, nor does it commit CHAI to reimburse for the costs incurred for EOI
preparation. . CHAI reserves the right to amend or cancel this request at any time during the
procurement process and may require compliance with additional conditions during the
evaluation process. Submission of proposal does not constitute, nor does it guarantee
automatic enlistment for participation in subsequent procurement process, as final
selection will depend on the outcome of an evaluation process conducted and approved by
the evaluation committee and the Country Director, in accordance with CHAI’s procurement
policy. CHAI will accept no fee for the submission of these applications. CHAI makes no
representations or warranties and will not incur any liability under any law as to the accuracy,
reliability, or completeness of the information contained in this EOI.