Consultancy for Turning the Tide Pillar Development - Horn of Africa

BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT

DRC Horn of Africa and Yemen works throughout the region coordinating activities from its regional office in Nairobi. Work in the region started in 1998 in support of Somalis and other populations displaced due to conflict. Today, local DRC offices are present in South Central Somalia, the semi-autonomous state of Puntland, and the self-declared Republic of Somaliland. Today, the DRC works with the multiple projects including numerous aid inventions in the world’s largest refugee camp Dadaab, assistance of people affected by post-election violence in the Rift Valley, support for urban refugees in Nairobi and for drought and conflict affected pastoral communities Northern Kenya. DRC works in Yemen to receive Somalis and other asylum seekers and migrants arriving on the Yemeni shores from Somalia and Djibouti, as well as to support communities affected by conflict. Since 2009, DRC has been operating in Ethiopia to support Somali refugees and host communities.

PURPOSE

A consultant is needed to develop the Turning the Tide (TtT) pilot into a comprehensive programme for implementation throughout the Horn of Africa Region. The aim of the TtT programme is to strengthen conflict management and critical livelihood capacities for vulnerable urban youth in order to discourage dangerous migration and attraction to extremist activities. The TtT programme was piloted in SL for 18 months ending in December 2012.

The consultant will be responsible to compile resources, research specific topical areas related to approaches/mechanisms for youth programming and develop the required programme documents and staff training modules.

The overall objective of this assignment is to develop the complete programme package so that DRC can roll out the TtT programme across the HoA and Yemen in 2013. The basic components of the pillar will include an operations manual, relevant annexes (assessment tools, beneficiary selection guidelines, stakeholder analysis, forms and templates, staff training modules, tool kits, etc), M&E and data base development for each pillar, a centralized training of trainers, and a review of staff/structure needed for implementation.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

• Desk study on relevant youth programming and best practices related to DRC Turning the Tide programme

• Consultation with relevant field based staff through two workshops in two locations of the Horn of Africa

• Rapid development of activities with high level of engagement with DRC, other agencies, and research to determine best practices and approaches for the HoA programme

• Development of programme documents include operation manual including relevant forms, guidelines, M&E, and staff training modules,

• Training of trainers to roll out new programme

METHODOLOGY

The consultant is expected to consult thoroughly DRC technical staff throughout the Horn of Africa and Yemen programme areas to discuss the programme design, target areas, modalities and approaches for programming.

The following key areas of work are included in this consultancy. The list however is not exhaustive and additional issues might come up during the mission.

The consultant will provide leadership to the consultancy team who will the following tasks:

• Lead the processes to develop the mechanism and approaches for the proposed programme in consultation with HoA programme staff

• Lead the process of knowledge gathering and best practices to inform the development of the programme

• Develop technical needs assessment tools, data collection, M&E plan, and database as required. A technical resource file on mechanisms and approaches to a contextualized resilience programme for the HoA and Yemen

EXPECTED OUTPUTS

The main outputs will include but not limited to the following:

• Consultative workshops conducted in two locations within the Horn of Africa programme

• Mid- term presentation in Nairobi for Senior Management and relevant technical staff

• Operations manual including relevant forms and guidelines, market analysis tool kit, assessment tool kit, M&E tools, guidelines for relevant activities. Operations manual should be contextualized for various population groups (IDPs, host communities, refugees in camp setting, etc)

• Staff training modules to support the roll out of the programme

• M&E database development

CONDITIONS

Availability: February 2013 to start the work with completion by June 2013

Areas of coverage: DRC Horn of Africa (Somalia, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Yemen)

ACCOUNTABILITY AND RESPONSIBILITY

Overall coordination of the assignment and liaison relevant agencies will be ensured by the Country Director in Nairobi, Kenya. The Consultant will report directly to DRC Country Director

DRC’S RESPONSIBILITIES

DRC will provide the following:

• Transport to and from the field.

• All necessary project documents that may facilitate the consultant’s work

• Accommodation in the field

• Travel insurance for the consultant for the duration the consultant is in the field

• Payment of the consultancy wages as will be stated in the contract agreement

The terms and conditions of service will follow DRC terms of consultancies. Payment will be made according to the finance procedures of DRC.

DURATION OF THE CONSULTANCY

DRC envisages that the consultancy will take from 3 to 5 months, including periods of full time and part time work, from the time the contract is signed. The Consultant/Consultancy Firm should develop a feasible costed-work plan/activity schedule covering a maximum of five months and submit as integral part of the proposal for this consultancy.

REQUIREMENTS

The facilitator will have to demonstrate capacity to provide the required service and meet the stated objectives. Significant experience in the Somali region and in the relevant sectors is required.

• Relevant post graduate degree with a strong background in development/relief management.

• At least five years of hands on experience in programme development related to youth programmes, livelihoods.

• Must have knowledge of the Horn of Africa and Yemen and familiar with the livelihood contexts, current political environment;

• Skilled communicator

EVALUATION AND AWARD OF CONSULTANCY

DRC will evaluate the proposals and award the assignment based on technical and financial feasibility. DRC reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal received without giving reasons and is not bound to accept the lowest or the highest bidder. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

For general information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult www.drc.dk.

COMMITMENTS

DRC has a Humanitarian Accountability Framework, outlining its global accountability commitments. All staff are required to contribute to the achievement of this framework.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants need to submit following documentation:

• Detailed CV demonstrating previous relevant experience;

• Proposal detailing the process to complete the project

• Budget for the facilitation of the services.

Please forward the application and CV to drcjobs@drchoa.org in English and marked “Turning the Tide Pillar Development for HoA” in the subject line, no later than 20. January 2013

How to apply:

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants need to submit following documentation:

• Detailed CV demonstrating previous relevant experience;

• Proposal detailing the process to complete the project

• Budget for the facilitation of the services.

Please forward the application and CV to drcjobs@drchoa.org in English and marked “Turning the Tide Pillar Development for HoA” in the subject line, no later than 20. January 2013