Gender Equality and Inclusion Self-Assessment (GEISA) Facilitator (Consultancy)

The Orgnization

Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. Plan actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. Plan supports children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. Plan places a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. Plan have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Plan International Jordan was established in 2016 and has programmes in Azraq refugee camp and host communities.

Background

Gender inequality and exclusion vary in their expression from place to place but, in all countries where we work, we encounter different forms of gender-based discrimination, gender stereotyping and an unequal distribution of power between women, men, girls and boys as well as exclusion based on multiple factors. These factors include identities such as nationality, race, class, ethnicity, ability, language, sexual orientation, and gender identity, among others. Gender inequality intensifies the negative effects of all other forms of exclusion and as a result, exclusion is different and often worse for girls and women. Girls often face the most significant barriers to exercising their rights among excluded groups, which is why gender equality and girls’ rights remain a distinct priority for our work.

In line with this, Plan International Jordan has decided to undertake a Gender Equality and Inclusion Self-Assessment (GEISA) as a part of our wider commitment to gender equality and inclusion, to review and reflect on the quality and relevance of our current work on gender and inclusion. This allows staff to understand what is working well, where the gaps are, and to decide on clear actions to improve the quality of this work in future.

Role PURPOSE

Plan International in Jordan is seeking to recruit an experienced facilitator “consultant” to support us to undertake a GEISA which is part of Plan’s process to understand and build our capacity to address gender inequalities and exclusion.

The main purpose of a GEISA is to:

· Undertake a learning and review process on gender equality and inclusion across all Plan’s work, both internal and external; and

· Identify the strengths and challenges of Plan’s gender and inclusion work in order to determine concrete steps for making improvements.

The process is highly participatory, working closely with Plan staff, partners and the wider community. The consultants’ role is to guide the GEISA process as a facilitator rather than an external evaluator. The evidence from other organisations and within Plan shows that a participatory self-assessment is the most effective way to learn about gender equality and inclusion in an organisation.

Roles and Responsibilities

The consultant will work closely with Plan International Jordan’s Gender/SRHR Specialist to undertake the GEISA. This will include the following key steps:

· Agree, with the GEISA internal team, on the GEISA work plan, overall timeline, how many staff will be interviewed, which partners and communities will be involved.

· Clarify understanding of gender equality and inclusion concepts with the GEISA team.

· Set objectives of the GEISA process. 5 days

· Develop the methods to be used in the GEISA process with support from Plan’s M&E unit.

· Develop with the internal team the list of documents to review and confirm a system for scoring and analysing the documents. 7 days

· Collect primary data from staff, partners, and the local community as needed. 10 days

· Analyse the collected data. 5 days

· Write the draft GEISA report and seek feedback from Plan’s office. 7 days

· Present a final, agreed and clear report on the process and findings.

· Identify recommendations and support the Plan office to develop an achievable Gender and Inclusion Action Plan. 3 days

· Facilitate a final dissemination workshop. 3 days

· Maintain on-going communication with Plan International Jordan’s Gender Specialist and GEISA team throughout the entire process. NA

Expected Deliverables and payments

It is expected that the Consultant will produce the following deliverables

Deliverables:

· A work-plan for the GEISA process: 20%

· A draft report with baseline findings on gender equality and inclusion across all three areas of Plan’s work (office and staff programs and influencing; marketing and communication): 20%

· A final report with Presentation materials for dissemination of GEISA report: 30%

· A summary of recommendations and Gender and Inclusion Action Plan: 30%

A set of GEISA Guidelines have been developed to guide this work. It is expected that the Consultant will utilise these guidelines to inform the expected deliverables.

Time Frame

The entire GEISA process will be undertaken over a time period from end of May to end of September 2022 (from inception to report delivery). During this time, the consultant is expected to work up to 40 days.

Technical expertise, skills and knowledge

· Advanced degree in gender studies, human rights, law, social sciences, political sciences or other relevant field.

· Experience in undertaking a gender and inclusion assessment in Plan or another INGO;

· Strong facilitation skills and hands-on experience of working in participatory ways with staff groups, partners and communities;

· Strong gender and inclusion analytical skills and knowledge/experience of different gender and inclusion tools;

· The ability to select the best approach/methodology for different groups and audiences;

· Qualitative data collection skills;

· Proven ability to support and work with an internal staff team and keep staff motivated;

· Openness to listen, learn and accurately record the GEISA findings;

· Excellent report-writing skills are essential (both Arabic and English);

· An ability to negotiate challenging findings from the GEISA with staff and senior management team;

· Experience with rights-based programme approaches; and

· An understanding of the linkages between children’s rights, gender equality and inclusion.

· Flexibility and ability to work with multiple staff members, partners, and networks.

· Excellent communication skills at all levels.

· Commitment to Plan’s Global Gender Equality and Inclusion policy which states that the core objectives of Plan International work is to achieve gender equality, promoting gender justice, realising girls’ rights and fostering an inclusive society.

Ethical and child protection considerations

The consultant is required to provide a statement on the respect and protection of child rights, human rights and dignity of participants compliant with Plan’s core policies including Safeguarding Children and Young People, Gender Equality & Inclusion and Data Privacy. The consultant shall read and sign Plan’s code of conduct as fully understood and in agreement to in all respects and shall follow this in all and every respect during the term of this employment. And must follow Ethical Principles in a research and obtain written/verbal consent from the targeted populations.

Level of contact with children

Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children

Plan International’s Values in Practice

We are open and accountable

· Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.

· Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.

· Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.

· Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.

· Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people

We strive for lasting impact

· Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.

· Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.

· Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.

· Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.

We work well together

· Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.

· Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.

· Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.

· Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.

We are inclusive and empowering

· We empower our staff to give their best and develop their potential

· We respect all people, appreciate differences and challenge equality in our programs and our workplace

· We support children, girls and young people to increase their confidence and to change their own lives. **