Women Empowerment Organization (WEO)
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Description
Call for Applications: Baseline Assessment and Stakeholder Mapping Consultant
1. Background
Women Empowerment Organization (WEO), in partnership with GIZ, seeks a consultant to conduct a Baseline Assessment and Stakeholder Mapping for the project “Sustainable Climate Dialogues: Empowering Women for a Resilient Future.” The project aims to empower women to participate in climate adaptation efforts and integrate their perspectives into local and national policies. The assessment will:
· Identify women-specific climate vulnerabilities in Dhi Qar and Basra.
· Map key stakeholders and their roles in addressing climate change and women’s empowerment.
· Provide a foundation for inclusive, evidence-based policy dialogues and advocacy.
2. Objectives
a. Baseline Assessment:
· Assess climate change impacts on women, focusing on vulnerabilities, livelihood losses, and adaptation needs.
· Identify existing local adaptation plans and opportunities to integrate women’s perspectives.
· Explore participatory strategies to amplify women’s voices in climate adaptation processes.
b. Stakeholder Mapping:
· Map key stakeholders (government, CSOs, academia, private sector) and analyze their roles, interests, and willingness to engage.
· Identify allies, opponents, and change agents to inform strategic engagement.
3. Scope of Work
a. Baseline Assessment:
· Conduct desk reviews of policies, strategies, and research (e.g., Iraq’s National Climate Adaptation Plan, Oxfam studies).
· Collect primary data through surveys, interviews, and FGDs with women, especially marginalized groups.
· Analyze the different impacts of climate change between women and men and propose strategies for inclusive adaptation plans.
b. Stakeholder Mapping:
· Identify and categorize stakeholders by roles, interests, and influence.
· Assess engagement potential and propose strategies to address resistance.
c. Deliverables:
· Comprehensive report with findings, stakeholder map, and recommendations.
· Presentation materials for stakeholder dissemination.
4. Methodology
· Mixed-methods approach: Primary data collection (surveys, FGDs, interviews) and secondary data review.
· Participatory engagement with women and stakeholders for inclusivity and local ownership.
· Collaboration with WEO, GIZ, and local partners.
Qualifications & Preferred Skills
How To Apply
7. Application Process
Interested candidates can apply through the link below. Deadline: January 29, 2025.
Deadline Date
2025-01-29
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