Policy Brief Consultant

Phase 1: Gathering insights through KIIs and incorporating existing data

Objective: To integrate recent data and findings from KIIs, consultations, and other sources that offer evidence and insights on children’s experiences within the judicial process and in prisons.

Responsibilities:

• Review and incorporate data provided by the IRC and other sources.
• Carry out key informant interviews, with interviewees to be identified and agreed upon in consultation with the IRC.
• Work closely with the Case Management and PSS teams to ensure children’s voices are considered in the roundtable discussions and policy brief.
• Ensure confidentiality and safety in the process of collecting feedback from children.

Phase 2: Roundtable Event and Technical Dialogue

Objective: Gain understanding of the challenges facing children in conflict with the law in the judicial process, as well as identify the barriers and possible solutions to enhance the protection of children in conflict with the law.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in a technical dialogue in the round table event, particularly in discussions about challenges, barriers, and proposed solutions from subject matter experts.
• Document discussions and identify key findings and recommendations.

Phase 3: Policy Brief Development

Objective: To develop a policy brief around the issue at hand that provides an in-depth understanding of the context, showcases findings, and provides clear recommendations inspired by the roundtable discussion and additional sources.

Responsibilities:

• Provide context on the issue.
• Analyse and compile the outcomes of the roundtable and insights gained from other sources and KIIs.
• Work with relevant team members and stakeholders to draft a comprehensive policy brief in partnership with PAC.
• Ensure the policy brief is aligned with advocacy goals and the interests of the target audience, including donors and key decision-makers.

Deliverables:

• Documentation of the roundtable discussion, including key issues, solutions proposed, and recommendations.
• Documentation of conducted KIIs.
• An outline detailing the proposed structure of the policy brief.
• A comprehensive policy brief, incorporating findings from the roundtable and children's perspectives, with specific recommendations, to be shared with donors and relevant stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Applicant should present an application package which should include: a CV, cover letter, link or writing samples of policy briefs and/or reports.
• Degree in international relations, international development, public policy, economics, or related fields, or its equivalent required.
• At least five years of working experience in research and policy development, with demonstrated experience in research and analysis.
• At least 3 years of experience working in the humanitarian sector.
• Proven ability to write clear and effective papers and reports, demonstrated through the submitted sample required.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (oral and in writing) required.