Expert to conduct the stocktaking of the VAWG strategy

Scope of Work

The expert will undertake the following duties:

• Carry out an inception meeting to ensure a clear understanding of the ToRs and expected outcomes and deliverables.
• Conduct a desk review of the VAWG Strategy and its Action Plan, the Women, Peace and Security NAP, as well as relevant reports and documents issued by governmental and non-governmental organizations, including those issued by Donors, INGOs and the United Nations agencies in Lebanon.
• Conduct at least 10 consultations (i.e., FGDs, KIIs, meetings) with different stakeholders such as public entities, local and international NGOs, UN agencies to get updates on interventions implemented and achievements accomplished.
• Analyze the findings and draft a report based on collected information, while highlighting achievements, gaps, needs, drawing lessons learned and providing concrete recommendations (the template of the report will be discussed with the expert once recruited and should include among other a comparative matrix).
• Share draft report with NCLW and UNFPA and ESCWA for input and feedback.
• Finalize report based on feedback received.
• Validate the report in a meeting with relevant stakeholders.

Required qualifications

The Consultant should fulfill the following requirements:

1. Education: Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Health, Gender Studies, Development Studies, or another relevant field.
2. Experience:

• Strong understanding of GBV and VAWG programming and principles
• Practical knowledge relevant to policies and strategies, especially those related to gender equality and GBV/VAWG.
• At least 7 years’ experience in GBV/VAWG research (both qualitative and quantitative).
• Knowledge and skills in monitoring and evaluation.
• Familiarity with governmental and non-governmental entities in Lebanon is essential.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and productively, with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

     C. Language and other skills: Proficiency in oral and written English and Arabic is required.

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