Child, Newborn, and Maternal Health Project
ID: 228973Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Pakistan USAID-Islamabad (USAID-PAK)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
    Description

    The Pakistan USAID-Islamabad is currently offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Child, Newborn, and Maternal Health Project," which aims to address health issues related to maternal and child health in Pakistan. However, it is important to note that this opportunity has been amended to cancel the Request for Application No. 391-13-000009 for the implementation of this project. The initiative, which falls under the health category, had an estimated total program funding of $60 million, although no awards are expected to be made following this cancellation. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Sara Saqib at ssaqib@usaid.gov or by phone at +92-51-208-1277.

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    The Lady Health Worker Programme in Pakistan, established in 1994, aims to address health service disparities by training community-based female health workers to provide essential primary healthcare in underserved areas. The initiative has significantly improved health indicators in the communities served, though challenges remain in reaching all eligible families and ensuring effective integration within the existing health system. As of 2008, the goal is to expand the cadre to 150,000 workers, with an emphasis on targeting poorer regions and addressing entry-level qualifications.
    The updated guidance for USAID/W's "Transforming Lives" website emphasizes the submission of stories that highlight sustainable development projects, link to Presidential initiatives, showcase innovative approaches, or illustrate the USAID Forward Reform Agenda, with a focus on tangible results. Storytelling should feature compelling statistics, emotional narratives, and connections to broader USAID objectives, while avoiding jargon and overly technical language. The guidance also stresses the importance of personal quotes and clear communication in alignment with the Plain Writing Act of 2010.
    The Family Advancement for Life and Health (FALAH) project, implemented from June 2007 to March 2012, sought to improve access to family planning services in Pakistan, leading to significant increases in contraceptive use and reductions in unmet needs. Key strategies included community mobilization, training of healthcare providers, and the introduction of the "birth spacing saves lives" paradigm, which has gained acceptance among policymakers and religious leaders. FALAH's interventions resulted in a notable rise in the contraceptive prevalence rate and the generation of approximately 8 million couple-years of protection, preventing numerous unintended pregnancies and maternal deaths.
    The document provides a comprehensive analysis of the implications of the 18th Constitutional Amendment and the National Finance Commission (NFC) Award on the healthcare delivery system in Pakistan. It outlines the evolving role of the Federal Ministry of Health in light of these reforms, emphasizing the need to devolve certain functions to provincial governments while retaining critical regulatory responsibilities at the federal level. The report concludes with recommendations for a smooth transition of healthcare responsibilities to ensure effective service delivery across provinces, highlighting the financial and managerial readiness of provincial governments to absorb these additional duties.
    The document outlines the health system and status in Pakistan, particularly focusing on the Sindh province, detailing the structure, resources, and financial allocations for healthcare. It highlights the challenges in maternal and child health, including high maternal and infant mortality rates, inadequate access to services, and the impact of socioeconomic factors on health outcomes. Recommendations for improving health interventions through integration of existing programs and services at the community level are emphasized, aiming to enhance access and quality of care for vulnerable populations.
    The "Secondary Level Health Facilities Assessment in Sindh" conducted by the WHO from December 31, 2010, to January 7, 2011, evaluated 31 hospitals affected by the 2010 floods across nine districts. The assessment revealed significant deficiencies in healthcare services, infrastructure, staffing, and medical supplies, with numerous facilities lacking adequate resources for inpatient and outpatient care, particularly affecting women and children. Recommendations include urgent staffing, equipment procurement, and infrastructure improvements to enhance service delivery and support recovery efforts in the region.
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