Consultancy and Technical Advisory for Strategic Framework Development and Project Design

with Action Pour Les Enfants
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BTDC-ID: 36780
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Announcement Description

Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (OCSEA) represents a growing form of child sexual abuse and exploitation in Cambodia and globally, facilitated by the internet. It encompasses the production and distribution of child sexual abuse material online, including ai-generated imagery, the grooming of potential child victims with the intent of sexual exploitation, the sexual extortion of children, and live online child sexual abuse.

APLE Cambodia is a child protection focused NGO, established in 2003, working to combat the sexual abuse and exploitation of children in Cambodia. APLE’s mission is to strengthen social and legal mechanisms for the protection of children at risk of, or affected by, sexual abuse and exploitation.

We are looking for a consultant or technical advisor for our Strategic Framework Development and Project Design addressing the emerging trends of OCSEA.

Announcement Positions

Consultancy and Technical Advisory for Strategic Framework Development and Project Design

Position Summary

OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY/ADVISORY

The objective is to assist the organization in formulating its five-year strategic framework for the period of 2026 to 2030, as well as to design effective, evidence-based initiatives that address the emerging trends of Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse in Cambodia. The consultant or advisor will take a leadership role in the strategic development process, providing guidance in planning, research, and project design. The consultant or advisor will extend advisory support for proposal writing and M&E. The consultant and advisor will also be responsible for collecting relevant data, conducting stakeholder consultations to ascertain the needs for new projects, and providing essential advisory services to ensure that the organization’s interventions are grounded in evidence, impactful, and sustainable.

DURATION AND LOCATION

The consultant or advisor will be engaged for a duration of three months, allocating 3 to 5 days of work per month, commencing in October 2025. The primary location for this engagement will be Cambodia, although remote work may be permitted as required.

Expectations - Duties, Responsibilities
  • The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
  • Developing a five-year strategic framework for the period of 2026-2030, incorporating SMART goals and measurable objectives.
  • Conducting research on the risks facing children in relation to Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, to support effective intervention strategies.
  • Preparing proposals as necessary for funding agencies.
  • Designing project plans in alignment with the established strategic framework.
  • Developing tools for monitoring and evaluation.
  • Collecting and analyzing data and conducting stakeholder interviews to ascertain the needs for new projects.
  • Providing consultation and advisory services as required during the development process.
Requirements - Skills, Qualifications, Experience
  • The ideal consultant or advisor will possess the following qualifications:
  • Extensive experience in research and analysis pertaining to child protection and online child sexual exploitation and abuse.
  • A thorough understanding of the Cambodian context concerning its policy framework, legislative measures, coordination mechanisms, and current initiatives to address Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
  • Proven ability to effectively engage with stakeholders, including government entities, law enforcement agencies, civil society organizations, the digital technology sector, and youth, alongside the capacity to conduct research and data analysis.
  • Exceptional communication skills and strong expertise in strategic development, proposal writing, and presentation.
 

How to Apply

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY

APLE maintains a policy of zero tolerance towards Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. It is imperative that all employees and related contractors adhere to the highest standards of personal and professional conduct consistently. Furthermore, they must deliver services in a manner that not only respects but also fosters the rights of people involved.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit their CV, a brief proposal outlining their approach to the consultancy, and examples of previous work to email provided in the contact details.

 
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Contact Details

Contact Name
  • Ms. Ny Potthearen
 
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