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For every child, [Care]
Objective :
Based on the Theory of Change endorsed in the EVAC National Strategic Framework and the corresponding interventions identified in the National Plan of Action, the objective of this assignment is to develop a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation system and tools in a participatory manner and in close consultation with relevant stakeholders. Both deliverables are to be incorporated into one consolidated document combining both the strategic framework and plan of action. Furthermore, given the leading role of NCCM in coordinating, monitoring, and reporting on the implementation of this plan of action, a needs assessment is to be conducted, and accordingly a capacity-building plan is to be developed for the council. And finally, a consultation workshop will be held with members of the National EVAC Taskforce under the leadership of NCCM to present the final document for their endorsement.
This consultancy is concurrent with a costing exercise for the EVAC National Plan of Action, and therefore, the consultant will be required to work closely with the costing consultant throughout the process.
Methodology :
- Desk Review : The consultant will undertake a desk analysis by reviewing regional and international best practices related to the implementation and monitoring of EVAC policy frameworks is also required to provide recommendations for monitoring, assessing, and reporting on similar multi-stakeholder initiatives ;
- M&E System : The consultant will follow a consultative process in close coordination with NCCM to reach out to members of the National EVAC Taskforce, as well as other relevant representatives from the government, civil society, and the private sector, to develop the required monitoring, data collection and reporting tools through bilateral interviews and focus group discussions with key stakeholders ;
- Consolidated programme package : Based on the consultations and the National Strategic Framework and Plan of Action, the consultant will develop one consolidated programme package by merging the developed documents into one comprehensive EVAC policy framework document. Also, a final consultation workshop will be conducted with all relevant stakeholders for the presentation and endorsement of the final document under the leadership of NCCM ;
- Needs assessment and capacity-building : In addition to conducting an orientation workshop for the NCCM team on the developed M&E system and tools, the consultant will work with the NCCM team to assess the needs and propose a capacity-building plan for the monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the Plan of Action, based on the developed M&E system.
ACTIVITIES, DELIVERABLES AND TIMELINES, PLUS BUDGET PER DELIVERABLE :
| DELIVERABLES |
ESTIMATED DURATION TO COMPLETE (over the duration of 4 months (1 Dec 2020 – 31 Mar 2021)
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PAYMENT |
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Deliverable 1: Desk review on regional and international best practices related to the development and implementation of EVAC policy frameworks.
|
| 1. Conduct desk review and draft report |
3 days
|
10%
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| 2. Present desk review findings and identified good practices to UNICEF and NCCM teams. |
2 day
|
|
Deliverable 2: M&E system and tools, based on consultative process. (35%)
|
| 1. Conduct meeting with the NCCM Secretary-General |
1 day
|
35%
|
| 2. Conduct meeting with the UNICEF internal EVAC taskforce and Child Protection team members. |
2 days
|
| 3. Draft and present key questions for bilateral interviews to the NCCM and UNICEF teams. |
2 days
|
| 4. Conduct bilateral interviews with members of the National EVAC Taskforce and other relevant government counterparts. |
7 days
|
| 5. Conduct focus group discussion with representatives of the private sector relevant to the Plan of Action priority areas |
3 days
|
| 6. Conduct focus group discussion with representatives of relevant civil society organizations. |
3 days
|
| 7. Develop M&E system and tools, including ToC, results framework, reporting flow, assessment framework. |
5 days
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| 8. Present the developed tools to the NCCM and UNICEF teams for feedback. |
3 days
|
|
Deliverable 3: Consolidated EVAC Policy framework document
|
| 1. Propose the outline for the final consolidated document. |
1 day
|
35%
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| 2. Draft final consolidated document. |
3 days
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| 3. Present the final document to the NCCM and UNICEF teams. |
2 days
|
| 4. Conduct workshop with National EVAC Taskforce members to present final document for endorsement. |
2 days
|
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Deliverable 4: Needs assessment and capacity-building plan for NCCM for the monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the National Plan of Action based on the developed M&E tools. (20%)
|
| 1. Conduct orientation workshop for the NCCM team on the developed M&E system and tools |
3 days
|
20%
|
| 2. Conduct a needs assessment for the team |
3 days
|
| 3. Develop a capacity-building plan based on the needs assessment. |
3 days
|
| 4. Submit report. |
2 days
|
| TOTAL |
50 DAYS
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To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
- A Master’s degree in sociology, social science, development studies or other relevant disciplines ;
- At least 7 years of work experience in developing M&E systems and tools for national multi-stakeholder programmes ;
- At least 7 years of work experience in strategic planning, multi-sectoral programme planning, ToC development, and writing programme documents ;
- Excellent communication and writing skills in English and Arabic ;
- Experience in working with multiple stakeholders is an asset: governments, civil society, private sector, and the UN ;
- Knowledge of the United Nations’ system, practices, and procedures, particularly UNICEF’s system.
Conditions of work :
The consultant will work remotely but will be required to participate meetings (face-to-face or virtual whenever possible) and workshops when needed.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
View our competency framework at : UNICEF_Competencies.pdf
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks :
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.