National Consultant to Support the Development of a Strategic Roadmap
Position Circumstances
- Career Category: Advisor / Individual Consultant
- Schedule:Short-term
- Salary: N/A
Purpose of consultancy
FOUR PAWS is looking for an experienced Consultant to support the development of a strategic roadmap aimed at reducing and ultimately eliminating the dog meat trade (DMT) in Cambodia. S/he will:
- Carry out a detailed review of stakeholder dynamics and legislative environment
- Map out opportunities for policy development and legislative frameworks
- Propose practical strategies for effective regulatory enforcement
- Advise on stakeholder engagement strategies to foster collaboration.
Key Deliverables
- Legislative review report - a comprehensive analysis of all national and sub-national regulatory instruments relating to DMT;
- Policy summary note - a concise document providing recommendation for policy and regulatory enforcement and / reform;
- Program strategy and advocacy support - strategic recommendation for in-country lobbying strategies and campaign direction.
Duration and Timeframe
- Contract period: 01st March – 30th April 2026
- Total working days: 15
- Commence date: early March – late April 2026
- Final report submission: 30th April 2026
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Legislative and Policy Analysis:
- Analyse existing laws and regulations related to the DMT, including those governing:
- Animal health and welfare
- Transport
- Slaughter
- Public health and food safety
- Identify gaps in existing policies and laws and recommend pathways for enforcement and reform.
- Produce a comprehensive legislative review report and a concise policy summary with strategic recommendations.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Map and assess key national and provincial stakeholders.
- Strategic recommendation for influential relationship building and maintaining to support campaign efforts.
- Strategy and Advocacy Support:
- Advise on policy lobbying strategy and in-country activities related to the DMT.
- Identify opportunities for FOUR PAWS’s investment or collaboration.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Law, Veterinary Public Health, or related field
Work History:
- At least of experience in legislative or policy analysis for 3 to 5 years
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
- Familiarity with Cambodian legal and institutional frameworks
- Experience working with government and civil society actors
- Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills
- Excellent command of English and Khmer (Spoken and written)
