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The consultant will develop a policy briefthat offers insights into the challenges children face in conflict with thelaw, along with specific recommendations to improve their protection.  The consultant will also participate in aroundtable event and technical dialogue to engage relevant stakeholders,discuss challenges, and propose actionable solutions. The findings andrecommendations from the roundtable will be used by the consultant, who willproduce a policy brief to advocate for the protection of children's rightswithin the judicial process. Ahead of the round table event, the consultant isexpected to gain an understanding of the proposed issue.

 Scope of work:

Phase 1: Gathering insightsthrough KIIs and incorporating existing data

Objective: To integrate recent dataand findings from KIIs, consultations, and other sources that offer evidenceand insights on children’s experiences within the judicial process and inprisons.

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 Eventand Technical Dialogue

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

Responsibilities:

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

Phase 3: Policy BriefDevelopment

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

Responsibilities:

Provide context on the issue.Analyze 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 roundtableand children's perspectives, with specific recommendations, to be shared withdonors and relevant stakeholders.

Task

Estimated days

Conduct key informant interviews to be agreed on with the relevant teams at the IRC child protection team/ PRoL team

4days

Conduct a desk review of the current IRC data on children in contact and conflict with the law, and other sources as available and needed

3days

Analyze the data provided by IRC from the consultations

1 day

Compile data from the key informant interviews and desk review

1 day

Roundtable discussion event with key stakeholders

1 day

Present outline of the policy brief

2 days

Discuss the outline with the IRC teams and incorporate feedback

3 days

Send the paper to the technical team, CP TA, and legal TA for review, and finalize the paper with PAC.

 

7 days

Conduct a validation Workshop for the CP and protection sector

1 day

Finalize the paper and hire a graphic designer to finalize the design

6 days

Disseminate the final paper

1 day

Minimum Qualifications: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.
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.