Home-based: Consultant to Evaluate Countries' Implementation of Commitments related to the Protection of Children in Armed Conflict

Save the Children Norway is seeking a qualified and experienced consultant to undertake a comprehensive evaluation of countries' implementation of commitments related to the protection of children in armed conflict. The consultant will be responsible for proposing a scorecard methodology (Part One) and subsequently evaluating (all or selected) countries based on the developed scorecard (Part Two).

II. Objectives: 

Part One: Develop a Scorecard Methodology: 

1. Design a comprehensive scorecard framework to assess the implementation of legal, political and economic commitments made by countries in protecting children during conflict.
2. Propose a set of key indicators and criteria for each commitment area, ensuring a holistic assessment of child protection measures. Consider if the same indicators should be used for all UN member states or if two sets need to be developed: one set for countries in conflict and another for countries which are humanitarian donors.
3. Consult with relevant stakeholders, including international organizations, NGOs, and governmental bodies, to gather input and refine the scorecard methodology (and country selection, if needed).
4. In collaboration with the project owner, secure the approval of Save the Children of the proposed methodology.

Part Two: Evaluate Countries' Implementation of Commitments:

1. Apply the developed scorecard to assess the performance of all or selected countries in implementing their commitments to protect children in conflict.
2. Conduct research on each (selected) country, analysing international commitments, policies, practices, and outcomes related to child protection in conflict zones.

III. Scope of Work: 

Part One: Scorecard Development: 

1. Review existing international and national commitments related to child protection in conflict.
2. Develop a detailed scorecard with measurable indicators and criteria for each commitment area.
3. Validate the scorecard through consultations with relevant experts and stakeholders.
4. Secure the approval of the Scorecard (and country selection, if needed) by Save the Children.

Part Two: Country Evaluation: 

1. Conduct a desk review of each country's policies, legislation, and practices related to child protection in conflict.
2. Utilize the developed scorecard to assess and score each country's performance in child protection.

IV. Deliverables: 

1. Comprehensive scorecard methodology document.
2. A document with all results of evaluation, i.e. scores for all the UN member states or countries selected in agreement with Save the Children.

V. Qualifications: 

• Proven expertise in child protection, international humanitarian law, humanitarian policy and advocacy or related.
• Demonstrated experience in developing evaluation methodologies and conducting assessments.
• Familiarity with international commitments related to child protection in conflict.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

VI. Timeline: 

The consultant is expected to complete the entire project within 3 months. A detailed timeline will be developed in consultation with the selected consultant.

How to Apply: 

Interested consultants should submit their CV, a brief proposal outlining their approach, and a sample of a previous relevant work to ewa.sapiezynska@reddbarna.no by March 18.

Save the Children Norway reserves the right to select the consultant based on the submitted proposals and may conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates.

Budget: 150 000 NOK