JOFEB24007 Development of Gender Foundation Training Package

THE ORGANISATION

Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to ensuring children live a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children in gaining the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We 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 throughout the country on education, youth empowerment, and protection (CP, GBV, SRHR) in various governorates across Jordan. Plan’s Global Gender Equality and Inclusion policy states that the core objectives of Plan International’s work are to achieve gender equality, promoting gender justice, realising girls’ rights and fostering an inclusive society. This commitment is reflected in our five-year country strategy, our Values and Behaviours Framework, and our Theory of Change.

We aim to:

• confront and challenge discrimination and human rights violations based on gender. This includes gender-based violence and other forms of exclusion.
• challenge stereotypes and unequal power relations between women, men, boys, and girls to promote gender equality, girls’ rights, and inclusion.
• foster an organisational culture that embraces and exemplifies our commitment to gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion, while supporting staff to adopt good practices, positive attitudes and the principles of gender equality and inclusion.

BACKGROUND ABOUT THE PROJECT

Tawazon – Promoting the Voice and Leadership of Women (PVLW) Activity aims to create transformative change to enhance the voice and influence of women by strengthening legislative frameworks, enforcement of those legislations and the enhancement of institutional capacity of stakeholders, increasing the adoption of inclusive social norms, and removing barriers to women’s participation and leadership.

To reach the goal of the activity, the implementation is guided by three main results: To reach the goal of the activity, the implementation is guided by three main results:

• Result 1: Strengthen legislative framework enforcement and institutional capacity
• Result 2: The adoption of inclusive social norms is increased
• Result 3: Enhanced women’s skills and opportunities for voice and leadership

Objectives

• Adapt Plan International’s foundational training package to suit the Tawazon context.
• Include sessions on gender as a concept, norms, roles, stereotypes, and Plan’s six elements of gender transformation.
• Modify training content to include specific guidance on gender in advocacy.
• Create a manual encompassing activity, Monitoring and Evaluation tools, and resource materials for gender training.

Accountabilities

Comprehensive Manual for Gender Training:

• Development: Take full responsibility for the timely development of a comprehensive training package for gender training, ensuring it includes detailed activities (including videos and images as needed) , M&E tools, and relevant resource materials.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough quality checks to ensure the training package meets high standards of accuracy, consistency, and alignment with gender-sensitive language.

User-Friendly and Accessible Manual:

• Alignment with Adult Learning Methodologies: Ensure the package aligns with best practices in adult learning methodologies, making it user-friendly and accessible to a diverse audience.
• Incorporate Feedback: Incorporate feedback from pilot sessions and stakeholders to enhance the manual’s usability and effectiveness.

Adaptation of Plan International’s Training Package:

• Analysis and Identification: Conduct a detailed analysis of Plan International’s foundational training package and identify key elements suitable for adaptation to the Tawazon context.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Customise the training content to align with the specific context and requirements of Tawazon, considering cultural sensitivities and regional nuances.

Engaging Gender Training Sessions:

• Development of Sessions: Develop engaging sessions on gender introduction, addressing concepts such as equality, equity, and inclusivity.
• Nuanced Understanding: Design sessions on gender norms, roles, and stereotypes to ensure participants gain a nuanced understanding of these concepts in diverse contexts.

Integration of Plan’s Six Elements:

• Development of Sessions: Create sessions focusing on Plan’s six elements of gender transformation, providing practical insights and applications for participants.
• Alignment with Objectives: Ensure the sessions align with the overall objectives of the training and contribute to a deeper understanding of gender transformation.

Modification for Advocacy Guidance:

• Content Modification: Modify existing training content to include specific guidance on integrating gender perspectives into advocacy efforts.
• Practical Application: Develop case studies and practical examples to illustrate the application of gender considerations in advocacy campaigns.

Quality Checks:

• Accuracy and Consistency: Conduct thorough quality checks on the developed manual and adapted training content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to gender-sensitive language.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement feedback from quality checks to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of the training materials.

Deliverables

• Develop a comprehensive training PACKAGE (ENGLISH and Arabic) as part of Plan’s capacity strengthening efforts for IMPLEMENTING PARTNERS and community based organisations for gender training, encompassing detailed activities (trainer note and annexes), presentations, theoretical booklet, effective M&E tools, and relevant resource materials. that meet the below requirements:
• Ensure that the package is user-friendly, accessible, and aligns with best practices in adult learning methodologies.
• Adaptation of Plan International’s Foundational Training Package.
• customised training to empower local community organisations in Jordan, tailoring the content to align with the specific context and requirements of Tawazon while considering cultural sensitivities and regional nuances.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to validate and incorporate local perspectives into the adapted training package.
• Develop and integrate engaging sessions on gender introduction, addressing key concepts such as equality, equity, and inclusivity.
• Design sessions on gender norms, roles, and stereotypes, ensuring participants gain a nuanced understanding of these concepts in diverse contexts.
• Include sessions focusing on Plan’s six elements of gender transformation, providing practical insights and applications for participants.
• Modify existing training content to include specific guidance on integrating gender perspectives into advocacy efforts.
• Develop case studies and practical examples illustrating the application of gender considerations in advocacy campaigns.
• Ensure participants acquire skills to effectively mainstream gender in their advocacy work, fostering a more inclusive and impactful approach.
• Collaborate with Plan International and Tawazon stakeholders to gather insights, feedback, and contextual information for manual development and adaptation.
• Engage in regular consultations with subject matter experts, trainers, and representatives from the target audience to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of the training content.
• Conduct thorough quality checks on the developed package and adapted training content, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to gender-sensitive language.

Topics to cover

1 Introduction on gender, gender norms, roles, and stereotypes and the importance of each terminology.

2 Introduction to Plan’s gender transformative approach including the six elements of gender transformation.

3 Introduction on Plan’s Global Gender Equality and Inclusion Policy.

4 Gender in advocacy.

5 Creative Facilitation skills.

6 Safeguarding

Approach

The approach for Gender Foundation Training Consultancy would involve a systematic and participatory methodology to ensure the successful achievement of the objectives. Here’s a suggested approach for each objective:

• Assessment: Conduct a thorough needs assessment to understand the specific requirements, educational background, and cultural nuances of the target audience in Tawazon.
• Coordination: Engage key stakeholders, including representatives from Tawazon ,Plan International, to gather insights and perspectives.
• Leverage existing best practices in gender training and adult learning methodologies to develop a comprehensive manual with clear activities, measurable tools, and relevant resource materials.
• Conduct pilot sessions to test the manual’s effectiveness, gather feedback, and make necessary adjustments.
• Seek feedback from the project key stakeholders and conduct validation sessions to ensure the adapted package aligns with the cultural sensitivities and learning preferences of the target audience.
• Train facilitators to deliver sessions effectively, emphasising a learner-centred approach and creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaboration with Plan International: Work closely with Plan International to understand the core principles of their foundational training package and identify elements that can be adapted to suit the local context.
• Customize the training content by incorporating local examples, case studies, and contextual references to make it relevant and relatable to Tawazon participants.
• Incorporate interactive and participatory learning methods, such as group discussions, role plays, and case studies, to engage participants actively.
• Modify existing training content to explicitly include guidance on integrating gender perspectives into advocacy efforts.
• Establish a feedback mechanism to continuously refine the training content based on the experiences and challenges encountered by participants in real-world advocacy scenarios.

Methodology

No specific methodology is required, please refer to the requirement section for more details.

Timeline

The contract shall start from the date of signing the agreement and the complete result should be provided to PLAN Jordan at the earliest. The work schedule (timeline) can be decided between the two parties before signing the agreement. The agreement shall be for:

• Ensure that the package encompassing detailed activities (trainer note and annexes), presentations, theoretical booklet, effective M&E tools, and relevant resource materials for gender training is completed and delivered to PLAN Jordan within the agreed-upon timeframe.
• Customize Plan International’s foundational training package to suit the Tawazon context, with a focus on cultural relevance and effective learning.
• Modify the training content to include specific guidance on gender in advocacy, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities within the Tawazon context.

Level of contact with children

This procurement process does not involve direct contact with children.

Technical expertise, skills and knowledge

• Expertise in instructional design and developing comprehensive training curricula for gender-related topics.
• Skills in building M&E tools tailored to diverse learning styles.
• Knowledge of cross-cultural dynamics and the ability to adapt training materials to suit the specific cultural context of Tawazon.
• Skill in identifying cultural nuances that may impact the reception and effectiveness of gender training content.
• In-depth understanding of gender theories, frameworks, and best practices in the field.
• Skill in coordinating tasks, managing timelines, and allocating resources efficiently.
• Knowledge of evaluation methodologies to assess the effectiveness of training sessions and materials.
• Sensitivity to the importance of inclusive language and representation in training materials.
• Skill in ensuring that gender training content reflects diverse perspectives and experiences.
• Awareness of legal and ethical considerations related to gender issues, ensuring compliance with relevant guidelines and standards.
• Skill in navigating potential challenges and controversies related to gender training content.
• Familiarity with technology tools and platforms for developing and delivering training content, including e-learning solutions if applicable.
• Experience delivering gender training.
• Excellent facilitation skills.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Technical score out of 65% divided as the following:

• Previous experience 15%
• Approach 25%
• Manual encompassing activities 15%
• Team qualification 10%

Financial score out of 30%

Gender Responsive out of 5%

Plan International defines a gender-responsive business as one that meets criteria for integrating gender equality and women’s empowerment principles in its policies and practices, and which is aligned to international norms and standards. This could be: a. Women-owned business:

1. The business is headed up by a woman e.g., there is a female CEO
2. The woman-owned business meets the eligibility criteria according to UN guidelines i.e., “a business [which is] owned in whole, or at least more than half, by one or more women”
3. Women occupy more than 35% of management positions in the organisation
4. At least 55% of the workforce are women
5. There are robust gender equality initiatives in place, e.g., a gender equality procurement policy, women empowerment principles are implemented in the organisational policies, etc.

Budget and Payment Procedure

The service provider shall submit a budget sheet with a detailed breakdown including applicable taxes at the time of proposal submission. The budget should cover all fees of designing, implementing, regular technical support, updating and maintenance for a year.

General Qualification/skills required

Any company/consultant registered with an authorised agency of the Kingdom of Jordan with a minimum three years of experience in the field of designing and development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

The company/consultant should show a concrete approach for the material technical contextualization.

Responsibilities of the service provider

The company/consultant will be responsible for carrying out the tasks outlined in this ToR and ensure the delivery of outputs stated above within the agreed budget and timeline.

Responsibilities of PLAN JORDAN

Plan Jordan primary responsibility will be to help the service provider achieve the objectives of this ToR and provide the needed contextual technical support.

Ownership

All documents, project designs, drawings, technical data, filmed and photographed material and other information shall remain the property of the Project and shall be treated as confidential by the consultant(s) at all times. They shall not be made available to any third party whatsoever, in any form, without the prior written approval of a properly authorised employee of Plan International. The utilisation of all proposals, plans and reports and other information provided by the consultant(s) to Plan International is the property of Plan International and the use thereof is solely at the discretion of Plan International. All documents and other papers, whether in soft or hard copy and whether containing data or other information, provided by Plan International shall be returned complete to Plan International upon completion of the assignment. All documentation and reports written during and/or as a result of this study, or otherwise related to it in any way, shall remain the property of Plan International and no part shall be reproduced or quoted, or otherwise used in any way except with the prior, express and specific written permission of authorised employee of Plan International.

Ethical and child protection considerations

The assignment will require the consultant to interface with children and therefore 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 Child Protection Policy.

The consultant shall read and sign Plan’s child protection policy (CPP) as fully understood and in agreement to in all respects and shall follow this in all and every respect during the term of the consultancy.

The consultant must follow Ethical Principles in a research and obtain written/verbal consent from the subjects. Permission from elders should be sought if the children under 18 years are involved as subjects. Signed informed consent of each child and his/her parents need to be taken after explaining the purpose of the study.

How to apply

Application

Interested consultants should submit their technical and financial proposal in separate sealed envelopes by hand to our offices located at :

Building #2, Dawoud Al Sajastani, 5th Floor – Shmeisani – Amman- Jordan

Deadline for receiving the proposals is 25/02/2024 that include the following

• All costs must be expressed in Jordanian Dinars
• Contact information
• Names, addresses, and telephone numbers of representatives of two organisations that will act as professional referees; these must be persons of managerial responsibility at the level where such reviews as these can be authorised.
• 2 examples of relevant work.
• proof of concept required.

Subject Line: JOFEB24007 Development of Gender Foundation Training Package

Reference and background checks will be performed for successful candidates including clearance on child-related offences in conformity with Plan’s Child Protection Policy. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Females are highly encouraged to apply. Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity.