Project Architect – Public Health & Laboratory Infrastructure (Consultant)

About the role

eHealth Africa is seeking a Project Architect (Consultant) to lead the design and implementation of public health laboratory and medical supply infrastructure across Africa. The role focuses on creating fit‑for‑purpose facilities that meet international biosafety standards and support sustainable health systems.

Key responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs, drawings, schedules, and specifications for laboratories, surveillance facilities, and medical supply hubs.
• Produce 3D illustrations and visualizations for design reviews, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory approvals.
• Translate laboratory and diagnostic workflows into functional layouts ensuring one‑way flow of samples, personnel, and waste.
• Integrate biosafety zoning and infection‑prevention principles into all designs.
• Align designs with constructability, cost considerations, and approved project scope.
• Ensure compliance with national building regulations, statutory requirements, and WHO laboratory biosafety guidelines.
• Conduct feasibility studies, technical risk assessments, and propose mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including MEP, HVAC, structural, and other engineers.
• Engage ministries of health, regulatory authorities, donors, and implementing partners throughout the project lifecycle.

Required profile

• Qualified architect with proven experience in health‑care or laboratory projects.
• Strong understanding of biosafety, infection‑control, and international laboratory standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Required skills

• Architectural design
• Technical drawing and specification preparation
• 3D modeling and visualization
• Biosafety zoning and infection‑control principles
• Knowledge of national building regulations and WHO laboratory biosafety guidelines