Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion Specialist National Consultant with The Asia Foundation

BTDC-ID: 29313

Closing Date: 17-Apr-2024

Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion Specialist National Consultant

Office Address

Head Office Address - House # 59, Street 242 – Oknha Peich, Sangkat Chakto Mukh, Khan Doun Penh, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Contact Name

The Asia Foundation

Email

recruitment.cambodia@asiafoundation.org

Announcement Description

The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities across Asia and the Pacific. Informed by 70 years of experience and deep local knowledge, our work is focused on governance, climate action, gender equality, education and leadership, inclusive growth, and international cooperation.

With support from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), The Asia Foundation is implementing the Ponlok Chomnes II: Data and Dialogue for Development in Cambodia Program between July 2023 and June 2027. The goal of Ponlok Chomnes II is that public policy decisions, based on evidence and informed by inclusive dialogue, are operationalized and become the norm in Cambodia. The achievement of this goal will be measured by one End of Program Outcome (EOPO), which is “by 2027 select public policy processes involve inclusive dialogue and are informed by diverse and credible evidence.” The program seeks to achieve its EOPO through four Intermediate Outcomes (IOs), including:

IO 1: Select policy research draws on diverse and inclusive evidence sources.
IO 2: Select policy research findings are effectively communicated to diverse stakeholders (Royal Government of Cambodia (sub-national and national), civil society, development partners, and communities).
IO 3: Inclusive and collaborative policy dialogue processes are trialled with diverse policy actors (Royal Government of Cambodia (sub-national and national), think tanks, civil society, development partners, and communities).
IO 4: Women (and other excluded groups) substantively engage in select policy research and dialogue processes.

Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion Specialist National Consultant Apply Now

Category: Consultancy, Social Work, Community Development
Type : Job Opportunity
Location: Phnom Penh
Schedule: Short-term
Salary: N/A

Program Title: Ponlok Chomnes: Data and Dialogue for Development in Cambodia

Period of Assignment/ Services: 29 April to 10 July 2024

Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Travel: There will be travels outside Phnom Penh. Travel plans will be agreed with the Program in advance and the travel cost would be covered by the Program

Starting Date: 29 April 2024

Objectives OF THE CONSULTANCY

The primary objective of this consultancy is to work with an International Consultant to conduct a comprehensive GEDSI analysis to identify barriers, opportunities and specific needs and priorities of socially disadvantaged groups in engaging in the knowledge sector1 and policy processes2 in Cambodia and to identify strategies for integrating GEDSI principles more effectively within the knowledge sector and policy processes in Cambodia.

Based on the GEDSI analysis findings, refine the Ponlok Chomnes II Program’s GEDSI Implementation Plan (2024-2027) in line with the Program’s twin-track approach:

To ensure that the Program is GEDSI-inclusive (by mainstreaming GEDSI in all aspects of the Program)
To develop and implement GEDSI-specific initiatives (in line with Objective 3 of the Ponlok Chomnes II GEDSI Strategy, by implementing specific actions to improve the participation of people from socially disadvantaged groups).

Duties

Under the overall guidance and supervision of the International Consultant, the National Consultant will undertake the following tasks:
Conduct the desk review of available analyses, reports, national legislations, and policies relevant for the GEDSI analysis (in Khmer and English).
Provide local contextual knowledge and understanding of knowledge sector and policy processes.
Translate and test GEDSI analysis tools into Khmer, facilitate review and update tools in Khmer.
Lead the data collection process, , and document the data collection process.
Establish contacts, engage with and conduct interviews with target stakeholders including government agencies, NGOs, think tanks, and others.
Act as a liaison for the GEDSI analysis consultancy team, coordinate and report to various stakeholders including the Ponlok Chomnes II team, the GEDSI Consortium and the GEDSI analysis team (consisting of Program team members and Program stakeholders) at all stages.
Assist the International Consultant and contribute to refine the GEDSI implementation plan and presenting findings to the program team and relevant stakeholders.
Organize the dissemination and validation workshops.
Work with the International Consultant to produce the draft report and finalization of the report.
Provide language support to the International Consultant when necessary and responsible for Khmer versions of the outputs are of highest quality
Be available to travel
Any other responsibility assigned by the International Consultant

Requirements

Essential criteria:
Have a degree in the field of gender studies, disabilities and social inclusion, development studies, sociology, political science, anthropology, or other related fields.
At least seven years of research experience in the field of gender equality, disabilities, and social inclusion programs in Cambodia.
Substantial experience in conducting qualitative (participatory) research.
Have strong communication and engagement skills with an ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
Have experience in leading data collection, presentation, and workshop organization.
Excellent written and spoken English and Khmer.
Preferred criteria:
Prior experience in conducting GEDSI analysis.
Prior experience in or in-depth knowledge of the knowledge sector and policy processes in an advantage.
Proven knowledge and understanding of local contexts, cultural norms, national legislation, and policy framework.
Have experience in conducting tasks similar to what is outlined in this Term of Reference.
Be able to work with various actors on a multi-cultural team.

To apply for this consultancy, you are requested to submit the following:

An updated Curriculum Vitae
A concise cover letter explaining why you are qualified to do the work and your relevant experience against the requirements.
A proposed concept note, including a description of the approach framework, tools and stakeholder engagement approach the consultant intends to use, timeline of activities and deliverables.
A budget plan (proposed consultancy fee, excluding any direct costs associated with the GEDSI analysis such as travel, data collection, and workshop organization costs)
A sample of previous works that the applicant has produced (electronic copy or links).

Please submit your application to email address provided in the contact details.

Applications should be submitted by the closing date given, at 5:00 pm local time with the subject line: “Consultancy for Ponlok Chomnes GEDSI Analysis” Individuals from socially disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Attachment

Final_ToR_PC_GEDSI Analysis_NC