Gender-Responsive Budgeting Trainer

Terms of Reference for a Gender-Responsive Budgeting Trainer

ABA ROLI is seeking a qualified trainer to deliver a three-day workshop on gender-responsive budgeting for staff members of Timor-Leste’s Secretary of State for Equality (SEI), scheduled for November 13–15, 2024 in Dili, Timor-Leste. The workshop aims to equip SEI staff with practical tools to effectively support and monitor the implementation of gender-responsive budgeting across the government.

Background
For 30 years, and through our work in more than 100 countries, the American Bar Association Rule of Law Initiative (ABA ROLI) and our partners have sought to strengthen legal institutions, support legal professionals, foster respect for human rights, and promote understanding of the law and citizens’ rights. In collaboration with our in-country partners, including government ministries, judges, lawyers, bar associations, court administrators, legislatures, and civil society organizations, we design programs that support local needs and prioritize sustainable solutions to pressing rule of law challenges.
This call for proposals is part of the work implemented by ABA ROLI in Timor-Leste through the “Legal Reform Fund” (LRF) program in Timor-Leste, which aims at removing barriers to women’s full and effective participation in economic life in key areas, including eliminating barriers to property ownership and management. The LRF program, funded by the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Global Women’s Issues (S/GWI), is currently being implemented in Guatemala, Indonesia, and Timor-Leste.

Duration, Place, and Location
ABA ROLI anticipates that the trainer will dedicate 10 full working days for the preparation and delivery of the workshop. The workshop will be held in person in Dili, Timor-Leste, from November 13 to 15, 2024.

Scope of Work
The selected trainer will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Curriculum Development:

Develop a comprehensive training curriculum that covers key concepts and approaches essential for SEI to effectively support and monitor the implementation of gender-responsive budgeting in Timor-Leste’s government.
Ensure the curriculum is tailored to the context and needs of our organization and partners.

1. Training Delivery:

Conduct a three-day workshop in Dili, Timor-Leste, from November 13 to 15, for selected SEI officials.
Utilize interactive and participatory training methods to ensure effective learning.

1. Training Materials:

Develop and provide all necessary training materials, including presentations, handouts, case studies, and practical exercises.

1. Evaluation and Follow-up:

Develop pre- and post-training assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of the training.
Provide a detailed training report, including recommendations for further capacity building.

Deliverables

1. Workshop outline and agenda.
2. Draft workshop content and presentations.
3. Final workshop content and presentations.
4. Pre- and post-training assessment.
5. Draft of final report and recommendations (2 pages maximum).
6. Final report and recommendations (2 pages maximum).

Qualifications and Experience
The ideal training provider should have:

• Master’s degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience working to advance gender equality, including advocacy for gender equality initiatives.
• At least 5 years of practical experience in financial planning and budgeting processes, preferably working for a government.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing gender-responsive budgeting strategies.
• Proven ability to deliver engaging and informative training workshops on gender equality and gender-responsive budgeting for governmental staff.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills in English and/or Portuguese.
• Ability to design and customize training materials tailored to specific institutional needs.
• Experience working with diverse groups, including marginalized communities, and a strong understanding of gender dynamics and cultural sensitivities.

To apply, please submit the following:

1. The CV of the training provider.
2. A budget breakdown specifying the daily rate and the estimated number of full workdays. (Please note that ABA will cover travel and lodging costs directly for trainers residing outside of Dili. Trainers residing outside of Dili will also receive a per diem of $90 USD for meals and incidentals, minus meals provided during the workshop.)
3. Examples of similar training workshops previously conducted on gender-responsive budgeting.
4. Contact information for at least three references.

The proposal package should be submitted via JazzHR. Proposals will be reviewed on a rolling basis through October 10, 2024. Early submissions are encouraged.

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