Non Formal Education (NFE) Programme for an International NGO

The Consultant will provide technical and operational support to the newly established NFE task force in the Ministry of Education and Higher Education to review the existing policy on alternative pathways to learning for OOSC, so it follows a “whole of system” approach that addresses the administrative and regulatory challenges faced by OOSC, and allows for expanding access to regulated, cost-effective, gender and disability -responsive, multiple flexible pathways (MFP) for vulnerable out of schoolgirls and boys. In addition, the consultant aims to create a unified data management system; revise criteria for transition to formal education, retention processes and framework; and develop a clear referral mechanism for other sectors including health, nutrition, and child protection.The consultant is also expected to suggest amendments to the scope of the NFE taskforce along with the drafting of clear and concise SOPs, anticipated deliverables and timeline. He/she should also build on and/or complement existing initiatives in order to eliminate any duplication of efforts.

Deliverables and Schedules

• Technically support the NFE taskforce to develop a standardized costing framework and cost-effective transitional strategy for NFE programs.
• Revisit the current structure of the NFE program (including reviewing the alternative pathways policy) to design more flexible pathways to education and increase transition into formal education.
• Provide technical support to the NFE taskforce to engage and strengthen the coordination mechanism of NFE in the education sector.