PROVISION TO RESPONDING CLIMATE CHANGE, CONFLICT AND DISPLACEMENT CONSULTANCY – RFP 286382

Terms of Reference (TOR) For Responding to Climate Change, Conflict, and Displacement in the Karamoja Cluster through Peacebuilding.

Who is the Danish Refugee Council?

Founded in 1956, the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading international NGO and one of the few with specific expertise in forced displacement. Active in 40 countries with 9,000 employees and supported by 7,500 volunteers, DRC protects, advocates, and builds sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities. DRC works during displacement at all stages: In the acute crisis, in displacement, when settling and integrating in a new place, or upon return. DRC provides protection and life-saving humanitarian assistance; supports displaced persons in becoming self-reliant and included in hosting societies; and works with civil society and responsible authorities to promote the protection of rights and peaceful coexistence.

DRC has been operational in Kenya since 2005 and is one of the United Nations Refugee Agency’s (UNHCR) largest Implementing Partners in the refugee response. DRC is present in Garissa (Dadaab & Garissa), Turkana (Kakuma, Kalobeyei & Lodwar), Nairobi and Mandera counties.

Purpose of the consultancy

The Karamoja region is experiencing the adverse impacts of climate change, leading to increased competition over scarce resources, environmental degradation, conflict, and displacement. Addressing these challenges requires a comprehensive understanding of the intersectionality between climate change, conflict and displacement in the region. The purpose of this consultancy is to conduct a research study in the Karamoja region in the corridor of Turkana Kenya and Morotto Uganda on how peacebuilding can address the triangle of problems in this region. The study is expected to provide key stakeholders with a better understanding of how peacebuilding initiatives and efforts can address climate, change conflicts and displacements.

Background

The Karamoja region has long been an area of protracted conflict and stresses affecting pastoralist communities in borderland areas. The growing exploitation of mineral resources and land acquisitions in Karamoja borderlands communities coupled with the semi-arid landscape affected by ongoing and periodic drought in the wider region has led to increased pressures on the access to natural resources that are essential for livestock and livelihoods. These new dynamics exacerbate historical tensions between communities while weakening traditional conflict mechanisms hence drastic deteroration of borderlands community relations. DRC has been present in the Karamoja borderlands region for more than a decade and due to funding constraints DRC cross-border interventions have reduced. With funds from DANIDA DRC Wishes to restart its engagements with Karamoja borderlands communities and borderland Local Authorities through a local partner to manage growing tension between communities and local Authorities of Kenya and Uganda through dialogue engagements and capacity building of communities to manage conflicts.

The objective of the consultancy

The primary objective of this consultancy is to research how DRC and its partners can respond to climate change, conflict, and displacement in the Karamoja Cluster through peacebuilding interventions. The specific objectives include:

• Assessing the impacts of climate change on resource availability, livelihoods, and conflict dynamics in the Karamoja Cluster.
• Identifying existing peacebuilding initiatives and their effectiveness in addressing conflict and displacement related to climate change impacts.
• Analyzing the role of local communities, civil society organizations, government agencies, and international actors in promoting peacebuilding and resilience in the face of climate change.
• Providing recommendations for enhancing peacebuilding efforts, localized climate adaptation strategies, and promoting sustainable conflict resolution mechanisms in the Karamoja region.

Scope of Work and Methodology

The Consultant will be required to prepare a detailed methodology and work plan indicating how the objectives of the assessment will be achieved within the agreed-upon set time, and the support required from DRC. Below is a list of the expected deliverables; The consultancy will focus on the field research and data collection for the Conflict Sensitive Development Assessment. This will include at least ten days of fieldwork to conduct the primary research in Turkana County Loima Sub-county and Moroto District with support from DRC local partner and DRC Local staff.

The consultancy will involve the following key tasks:

• Review existing literature, reports, and data on climate change, conflict, displacement, and peacebuilding in the Karamoja region.
• Conducting field visits to key locations within the Karamoja region of Turkana and Morotto to gather primary data through interviews, focus group discussions, and participatory assessments.
• Analyzing the collected data to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities related to responding to climate change and conflict through peacebuilding interventions.
• Develop a comprehensive report summarizing the findings, including case studies, best practices, and recommendations for policy and programming.
• Presenting the research findings to relevant stakeholders, including government officials, community leaders, NGOs, and donors.

Methodology

The consultant should employ a participatory and qualitative research methodology, engaging key stakeholders and communities in Turkana and Moroto. This approach should include a combination of desk analysis of existing reports and documents, primary field research involving community engagement, and discussions with relevant authorities, civil society organizations and private sector actors. The proposed methodology should prioritize clarity, inclusivity and adaptability, while ensuring a comprehensive understanding of climate, conflict, and displacement dynamics and related peacebuilding interventions and service delivery in the region.

Deliverables

The Consultant will submit the following deliverables as mentioned below:

Inception report

Inception report, including an agreed methodology and research tools for the conflict sensitivity assessment, including a work plan and timeframe,

Research Assessment

Collect, review, compile, and analyze all raw information and data from desk and field research, as outlined in the finalized methodology.

Validation

1 debrief session ( In Nairobi) of the preliminary findings to the DRC.

Reporting

A synthesized report with research findings, analysis, and recommendations (no longer than 30 pages)

Finalization of the assessment.

Final Report (with feedback integrated) no longer than 30 pages

The Consultant will provide the documentationby email.

Duration, timeline, and payment

The total expected duration to complete the assignment will be no more than 20 days working days.

Proposed Composition of Team

DRC expects this consultancy to be conducted by one consultant. DRC will provide a Turkana-based project staff that will be available throughout the fieldwork. This staff member will support with logistics arrangements, and help organize interviews, Focus Group Discussions, and meetings. While the DRC staff could conduct interviews based on the methodology and questionnaire developed by the consultant, the consultant is expected to lead the engagements in Karamoja during the fieldwork and have an existing network to identify relevant respondents.

Eligibility, qualification, and experience required

The successful candidate will lead the organization and implementation of the work and is responsible for delivering the required outputs, working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Qualifications will include:

• Must be a master’s holder in conflict and peace studies or equivalent from a recognized institution and eligible to work in kenya.
• Excellent understanding of climate change, conflict, and community security.
• Strong and proven research skills.
• 3-5 years of experience in climate, conflict, and peacebuilding.
• Strong understanding of the Karamoja region context and cross-border dynamics.
• Willingness and ability to travel to conflict-affected communities in Karamoja.
• Good communication skills, including report writing in English.

Technical supervision

The consultant will report to the DRC Kenya’s Head of Programme. The focal point for coordination and liaison will be the DRC Kenya HDP manager.

Location and support

The Consultancy will take place in Turkana County and Moroto District. The Consultant will provide her/his computer and mobile telephone, data analysis platforms, and other essentials required for the accomplishment of the deliverables.

Travel

The consultancy requires travel to the field that’s Turkana Loima sub-county and Morotto Uganda The consultant may need a national Identification card to support in travel and may be a temporary pass which may not be necessary sometimes in the part of the country so there will be no need for visa application.

Evaluation of bids

All bidders will be scored for each of the below criteria and will be assessed for profile and qualifications (document 1), technical approach (document 2), and similar experience (document 3).

Only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview with the panel to ensure their understanding of the consultancy services.

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Financial proposal – should be all inclusive of any cost associated with this consultancy and be itemized where possible. Also note that the total cost of financial offer will be indicated in annex A.2 form, the fees should be quoted in KES and should account for 5% withholding tax for Kenya residents.

Please find complete bidding documents in the following link: RFP 286382 PROVISION TO RESPONDING CLIMATE CHANGE, CONFLICT AND DISPLACEMENT CONSULTANCY