Consultant to propose program for empowerment

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• Desk review of all country context available reports, analyses, and data that are relevant for the prevention and protection of child marriage, review of the regional and global evidence-based  programs focused on prevention of child marriage (6 days).  
• Interviews, focus groups  , and consultations to collect data and information from the relevant national key stakeholders, including line ministries, representatives of CSOs and the Ombudspersons Office (4 days);
• Drafting the Report containing the recommended programs for the prevention of child marriage that can be implemented in Montenegro among Roma and Egyptian boys and girls and their families including all necessary elements of the programme, target population (age limit), programme activities, its scale, duration, and timeline. (6 days);
• Finalization of the Report based on the feedback received (3 days);
• Presentation of the Report findings (1 day).

• Advanced university degree (master’s) in political science, gender studies, social work, law, or related fields.
• PhD will be considered a distinct advantage (max. point rated re to education will be assigned).

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in research, data collection and analysis;  
• At least 5 years of programmatic or evaluation experience in the area of child marriage specifically.
• Knowledge of UN and CoE international standards in the area of child protection, gender-based violence, and child rights; 
• Familiarity with the context of Montenegro and regional context in particular with child and youth participation will be considered a distinct advantage; 
• Previous experience of collaboration with the UN/UNICE is an asset.

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of Montenegrin will be considered as an advantage.

• Excellent writing skills, presentation skills, strong strategic and analytical skills, demonstrated by a proven record of concise and clear publications and reports relating to the analysis of social and child protection policies, etc. As part of the technical evaluation, applicants are requested to provide a recent piece of work.
• Experience in working with policymakers and multiple government stakeholders for a multisectoral approach is a strong advantage;
• Strong communication and presentation skills;
• Demonstrates tact and a high sense of responsibility and discretion.
• Ability to work under pressure and strict timelines
• Demonstrates integrity and high ethical standards.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability. 

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