1. Introduction
One of the key areas of work for the Jordanian National Commission for Women (JNCW) is to overseeing the implementation of the Jordanian National Action Plan on UNSCR 1325 (JONAP), which was endorsed by the Prime Minister and the cabinet in December 2017 and formally launched it in a ceremony in March 2018.
It is based around four strategic goals, aiming to increase; (1) gender responsiveness and meaningful participation and leadership of women in the security sector and in peace operations, (2) participation of women in Prevention of Violent Extremism and in peacemaking, (3) gender sensitive services to refugee and Jordanian women, and (4) recognition of the benefits of gender equality and the role of women in Peace and Security. Furthermore, a log frame was designed with measurable indicators.
As part of JNCW’s mandate is to follow the progress achieved since endorsement, JNCW plans to produce the second report for JONAP’s implementation considering all implementer bodies including but not limited to security sector agencies (Jordanian Armed Forces, Public Security Directorate, Governmental agencies and CSOs). In early 2019, JNCW has formed an M&E technical working group acting as focal points for reporting purposes from all implementer’s organizations.
JNCW is planning to contract with a consultancy firm/individual consultant(s) to prepare the third national progress report for the year of 2021, through data collection, data validation, meetings, reporting and drafting the final report in both Arabic and English languages under the supervision of JONAP Secretariat.
2. The mission objective
- Collecting and validating data related to JONAP implementation under& outside of the pooled fund, if available.
- Assessing the progress of JONAP during the third year of implementation 2021.
- Comparing the actual progress of the third year with the first and second year according to M&E log frame and indicators.
- Employing a cumulative analysis methodology: A comparison between the outputs of related activities over the years of the project is applied on the basis of cumulative analysis; to which a total result/score of achievement at the end of the third year is obtained.
- Developing the national progress report (Arabic and English).
3. Scope and Areas of Strategic Focus
The consultant will be asked to:
- Review national and international documents/reports related to the mission e.i UNSCR 1325, JONAP, M&E framework, Communication Strategy, first and second national progress report, pre-consultation report, national coalition list and Coordination structure, quarterly progress reports etc.
- Kick-off and regular meetings with JNCW and UN Women.
- Develop a detailed workplan showing methodologies for data collection and validation, drafting process and reporting mechanism.
- Submit report outline for JNCW approval.
- Collecting Data (indicators) in coordination with JNCW.
- Schedule and conduct interviews for data collection.
- Report on the progress of the mission officially.
- Submit the first draft for review and approval documenting all lessons learned and challenges for future recommendations. .
- Amend report as per JNCWs request.
- Submit the final report reflecting the results of the progress achieved (Arabic/ English).
- Submit PowerPoint presentations, summarizing the main outcomes of the report, both in Arabic and English languages.
- Proofreading of the final report in both Arabic and English languages.
JNCW will:
- Provide all documents related to the mission.
- Provide a list of JONAPs implementers including not limited to stakeholders, actors and donors to capture the efforts at the national level.
- Facilitate any interview needed for data collection.
- Monitor mission progress, and the reporting mechanism.
- Provide guidance, support and facilitation throughout the mission duration.
4. Time Frame
The contract will be for maximum 33 working days spread over a period starting from November 15th December 2021 to 28th of Feb 2022. The Consultant(s) will need to have a certain level of flexibility, and work remotely to respond to any unexpected delays that could occur due to unforeseen issues, or due to the feedback from JNCW and UN Women.
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Task |
Consultant’s timeline |
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1. Review national and international documents/reports related to the mission e.i UNSCR 1325, JONAP, M&E framework, Communication Strategy, first and second national progress report, pre- consultation report, national coalition list and Coordination structure, quarterly progress reports etc. 2. Submit a desk review report. |
5 working days upon signing the contract |
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3. Kick-off and regular meetings with JNCW and UN Women. 4. Develop a detailed workplan showing methodologies for data collection and validation, drafting process and reporting mechanism. |
2 working days upon approving the report of the desk review. |
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5. Review Collected Data (indicators) in coordination with JNCW. |
2 working days upon approving the detailed working plan In coordination with JNCW who will be collecting the data ahead. |
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6. Schedule and conduct interviews for data collection. The number of the interviews will be determined once the list of stakeholders, actors, donors and implementers is ready. |
10 working days upon receiving the data collected |
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7. Develop the outline for JNCW approval. |
2 working days after concluding the interviews |
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8. Develop and submit the first draft for review and approval documenting all lessons learned and challenges for future recommendations. |
10 working days upon approval of the outline |
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9. Amend report as per JNCWs request, and submit the final report reflecting the results of the progress achieved (Arabic/ English). |
2 working days upon receiving the comments from JNCW and UN Women |
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10. Submit PowerPoint presentations, summarizing the main outcomes of the report, both in Arabic and English languages. |
1 working days upon approving the report |
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Total working days |
33 |
5. The Consultancy Service Provider/Consultant(s), skills and experiences
The Consultancy Service Provider/Consultant(s) has proven prior experience and qualifications to conduct such national progress reports at the highest quality. The consultant should also have proven experience analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, data collection methodologies, well understanding of M&E log frames and the ability to provide technical remarks, and have good language proficiency in Arabic and English, as it will be expected to review national and international reports, international (best) practices, as well as provide executive summaries/presentations in both languages.
6. Required qualifications
The following expertise shall be covered by the Consultancy Service Provider/ Consultant(s) who has the right to provide it through any number of experts they can justify:
1) Academic qualification of at least a university degree in the field of development or any related fields, preferably holders of higher educational qualifications.
2) Practical experience of at least 10 years for those carrying out the mission in the preparation of strategies and monitoring evaluation report, assessment studies, qualitative and quantitative research, preparation of national and international reports, including experiences on gender issues, women's rights, gender equality and the Jordanian National Action Plan for the Implementation of UN Security Council resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security 2018 – 2021.
3) Solid understanding of data and information collection methodologies and analysis, including proven experience in designing qualitative methodologies (FGDs and interviews, etc.) and analyzing qualitative data.
4) High communication, networking, writing skills and presentation of visual presentations to the concerned parties.
5) The ability to conduct seminars and dialogue effectively using innovative participatory methods and analyze the roles of stakeholders in various sectors, whether governmental, international or community, in order to serve the goals and document and determine the results.
6) Ability to lead and deliver in a timely manner.
7) Computer skills and illustrations to accomplish the task.
8) Proficiency in Arabic and English speaking and writing.
7. Technical and Financial Supply Requirements
- The bidder should submit two detailed (technical and financial) proposals according to this TOR as hard copies in Arabic or English.
A. The technical offer must contain:
1) Proposed methodology and work plan for the preparation of the assignment.
2) Work plan, team management and the distribution of tasks and responsibilities among the proposed team members.
3) Experts Bios and detailed CVs.
4) A list of tasks and projects implemented in last 5 years include in at least the name of the project, date and duration of implementation.
5) Previous reports / documents implemented.
B. The Financial offer must contain:
1) Detailed financial offer in Jordanian Dinars.
2) Taking into consideration that all costs of the implementation of consultative and participatory workshops if needed (logistics) will be covered by the project.
الشروط العامة للعطاء رقم 49/2021
1. تقدم العروض ضمن مغلف مغلق ويسلم باليد مكتوب عليه رقم وموضوع العطاء و يودع في صندوق العطاءات لدى الديوان في موعد أقصاه الساعة الثالثة من بعد ظهر يوم الاربعاء 7/12/2021 لدى: الصندوق الأردني الهاشمي للتنمية البشرية –الهاشمي الشمالي هاتف : 5052431-06
2. على مقدم العرض الالتزام بعرضه لمدة لا تقل عن 90 يوما من وقت تسليم العرض .
3. لجنة العطاءات غير مسؤولة عن أية أخطاء قد يرتكبها المناقص في وضع أسعاره وتعتبر هذه الأسعار نهائية وملزمة بمجرد فتح العروض .
4. يلتزم المناقص المتقدم للعطاء تقديم كفالة دخول عطاء بنكية غير مشروطة صادرة عن بنك محلي أو شيك مصدق (شيك مدير) بقيمة 500 دينار وتعاد عند انتهاء الغرض منها، وسيتم استبعاد أي عرض لم يقدم الكفالة المطلوبة.
5. ان الحصول على موافقة أي جهات خارجية بخصوص تنفيذ أي بند أو بنود من العطاء تقع مسؤوليتها على المورد المحال عليه العطاء أصولياً فيما يتعلق في تنفيذه.
6. للجنة العطاءات الحق في إلغاء أو تأجيل العطاء أو تمديد مدته أو إعادة طرحه أو تجزئته بدون إبداء أية أسباب وبدون أن يكون للمناقصين الحق في مطالبتها بأي إيضاح أو تفسير أو تعويض.
7. على المتقدم للعطاء ارفاق صورة عن السجل التجاري داخل المغلف .
8. لجنة العطاءات غير ملزمة بالإحالة على اقل الأسعار .
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