Women SocioEconomic Profiles Challenges for Self-Sufficiency

الوصف

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Study of Women Socio-Economic Profiles and Challenges for Economic Self-Sufficiency in West Bank and Gaza

ENTITY: FUNDACIÓN ALIANZA POR LOS DERECHOS, LA IGUALDAD Y LA SOLIDARIDAD INTERNACIONAL (ALIZANZA)

Purpose of the Consultancy

The right to work is a fundamental human right enshrined in international conventions and treaties, as well as in local Palestinian laws. Participation of women in the labor market plays a vital role in developing society, in addition to its role in empowering women and expanding their social and economic choices, women participation increases economic growth, reduces poverty and contributes to the sustainable development goals of gender equality and reduced inequality. Gender equal access to production inputs enhances productivity and efficiency in the Palestinian economy, leading to improved development outcomes.

Various factors influence the level of women participation in employability. These include low demand for women’s labor due to the distorted structure of the Palestinian economy, which tends to concentrate women’s involvement in the informal sector. Women’s limited access to and use of assets and resources (such as credit). The existing mismatch between education and labor market needs, and the context of Palestinian families associated with poor provision of support for working women both play a role.

This study is seeking a consultant/s to produce an in-depth analysis of women socio-economic profiles and challenges for economic self-sufficiency in Palestine.

METHODOLOGY AND WORKPLAN

Methodology

The methodology of the study includes a desk review, data collection, interviews, meetings and focus group discussions with marginalized women and girls, especially in vulnerable areas in the West Bank and Gaza. The marginalized groups specified under survivors or at high risk of Gender Based Violence, Women with Disabilities and Single mothers as a single parent family provider.

The research is expected to cover (at least) the following topics:

Analysis of the socio-economic situation of marginalized women and girls, especially in vulnerable areas in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. This includes identification of the most vulnerable areas regarding economic inclusion of women.

Address the most pressing challenges affecting economic self-sufficiency for vulnerable women and girls in the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

Identify and map existing initiatives that support women’s employability, internships, incubators, hosting, funding... that in turn advances women and girls' economic success.
Determine existing gaps in skills, services and resources that impose challenges for women economic self-sufficiency.

Recommendations on how to help marginalized women and girls achieve economic success in their communities.

Deliverables and Responsibilities

The main deliverables for this assignment are the following:

A report with information on various existing initiatives related to vulnerable women economic empowerment and participation in marginalized locations in the West Bank and Gaza Strip (Arabic and translated to English).
A comprehensive report (with a table) showing the situation/status of women employment and entrepreneurship in Palestine and the existing challenges (Arabic and translated to English).
A list of literature reviewed (Arabic and translated to English).

* All materials requested submission in the languages specified.

Time Framework

The duration of the assignment is 3 months from the day of signing the contract.

Provide a draft report after two months of signing the contract, followed by a thorough review from APS, then returning the report to the consultant(s) for finalization.
Presenting of the analysis in a meeting to APS staff and partners after finalization of the report, meeting organized by APS during the last week of the contract.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE CONSULTANT/TRAINER AND ECONOMIC OFFER

Qualifications and Competencies

Master’s degree in economic studies, gender, communications, international relations, or any related development fields.
Minimum of five years’ experience in conducting research and, preferably previous experience in research on social and economic rights.
Proven capacity to conduct research in various contexts and circumstances, creating the necessary plans and tools.

Proficient in written and spoken Arabic and English Languages.
Ability to plan and meet requirements on time.
Mastering computer skills especially Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office software and other programs for processing data.
Excellent interpersonal skills.

Economic Offer

A detailed budget in table format with an indication of the following: fees, travel expenses and any other expenses; with a breakdown of the price per unit.

The consultancy budget must include all deliverables and translation in Arabic and English of all materials produced. The consultant should include in the financial offer the price for development of training materials, space rental, and hospitality services.

Note: Knowing that deduction of income tax at 10% of the contract value of individual consultant and that the project is VAT exempted.

Payment and contract modality

The consultancy will be contracted through an external service contract and a payment will be made upon signature of the contract for 30% and a payment upon successful completion of the service for the remaining 70%. All payments will be made by bank transfer, preferably in shekels.

Submission of Proposals

To be considered for this consultancy please submit:

Detailed technical proposal to ToR (maximum of 10 pages), with specific focus addressing the scope of work, methodology to be used and key selection criteria
Composition of the consultant team.
CV of the individual/ consulting team.
Financial Offer.
Initial work plan and availability of the consultant.

The estimated budget for this consultancy should not exceed 4000 € (or its equivalent in shekel).

Only applicants/consulting team who have the required qualities, experience, and skills will be considered.

Interested applicants must send the technical and financial proposal (in English) by e- mail to [email protected] no later than 6th of August 2022 at 23:59h local time in Palestine and include “Women Socio-Economic Profiles and Challenges for Economic Self-Sufficiency APS” in the subject line. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Attached: Tender Docs.

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موعد الإنتهاء 06, Aug, 2022

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