IPPF FGM/C Provider Training Consultancy 2026: Apply Now

The International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is searching for a specialized consultant to develop comprehensive training materials aimed at eliminating Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) across South and Southeast Asia, according to a report by Global South Opportunities.

The consultancy aims to equip healthcare providers and Member Associations with the clinical and social tools necessary to recognize, prevent, and respond to FGM/C. This initiative is being driven through the RESPOND Phase II programme, managed by the IPPF East and Southeast Asia and Oceania Regional Office (ESEAOR).

Regional health priorities and training scope

The assignment focuses on a specific geographic corridor, including Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, the Maldives, India, and Sri Lanka. While the training will address all four WHO classifications of FGM/C, the materials will place particular emphasis on Types I and IV, which are frequently reported in parts of Southeast Asia.

As reported by remotejobsopportunities.com, the curriculum must also encompass Types II and III. This ensures that healthcare professionals are prepared to support clients from migrant communities who may have experienced these specific forms of the practice.

The training package is expected to be multifaceted, covering several critical areas of clinical and social intervention:

Understanding FGM/C classifications and screening methods.
Values clarification and attitude transformation for providers and communities.
Counseling techniques for both parents and affected clients.
Guidance on appropriate referral pathways and support services.
Sensitization protocols for IPPF staff and volunteers.

Global Infrastructure and Australian Funding Support Regional Efforts

This consultancy builds upon a global infrastructure established in 2024, when IPPF launched a global Centre of Excellence (CoE) on the elimination of FGM/C. This center is currently hosted by an IPPF Member Association in Mauritania and the Arab World Regional Office.

The regional efforts in the Indo-Pacific fall under the Towards Universal Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in the TUSIP programme. This initiative is funded by the Australian Government and involves collaboration with international partners such as UNICEF and UNFPA.

The selected consultant will not only develop the manual and facilitator’s guide but will also be responsible for conducting stakeholder consultations and leading a pilot training program in a selected country or region to test the materials’ practical application.

Requirements and Compensation Details for the Consultancy

IPPF is looking for professionals with five to nine years of experience, specifically those possessing technical expertise in FGM/C and sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to pro-choice principles and safeguarding requirements, including child protection.

The financial and logistical details for the consultancy are as follows:

Detail	Requirement/Value
Maximum Daily Rate	USD 450 (or equivalent)
Location Options	Malaysia or Remote
Application Deadline	17 November 2026
Primary Contact	[email protected]

For those applying from outside Malaysia, the role is remote, though candidates must be available for meetings during Kuala Lumpur business hours (9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday). Applicants are required to submit an updated CV alongside a cover letter and financial proposal that outlines their proposed daily rate and assignment duration.

The final training resources produced during this consultancy are intended for the exclusive use of IPPF Member Associations and their service delivery sites and are not slated for external distribution.

Whether the proposed training package can successfully bridge the gap between clinical recognition and community-based prevention remains a central goal of the RESPOND Phase II programme.