Position Title : International Advocacy Training for Women Peace Activists and WHRDs
Location of Consultancy : Kampala, Uganda
Timeline: May 18th to 21st 2024
Application deadline :03rd May 2024, at 5 pm EAT
A. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND
The Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA) is a civil society coalition bringing together grassroots women’s rights organizations from Sudan, South Sudan, Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Kenya, and Uganda. Established in 1995, SIHA aims to strengthen the capacity of women’s rights organizations in the Horn of Africa, contributing to the empowerment of women and advocating for effective change. SIHA operates as a regional platform for mobilizing activists, vulnerable groups, and marginalized women, men, and girls to challenge the root causes of problems faced by women and girls in the Horn of Africa Region. More information about SIHA is available at www.sihanet.org
B. BACKGROUND OF THE CONSULTANCY
SIHA, Under Feminist peace for Sudan project is implementing a four day training aimed at amplifying the voices of Sudanese women peace activists and women human rights defenders (WHRDs). AS they are now facing unique challenges due to active conflict, displacement, and ongoing human rights violations. This training workshop intends to address one of those challenges – the limited visibility of women's voices and perspectives in international advocacy spaces.
SIHA seeks a highly qualified expert on International Advocacy to deliver and facilitate a four-day intensive training workshop on international advocacy, designed to empower 30 women peace activists and WHRDs with the knowledge, tools, and skills to successfully engage with institutions like the African Union (AU), European Union (EU), United Nations (UN), and other relevant bodies.
C. OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY
D. METHODOLOGY
The training will follow a participant-centered methodology that promotes active learning and knowledge sharing. This includes:
E. DELIVERABLES
Activity :
Deliverable :
Training agenda, PowerPoint presentation, Handouts and resource materials for participants .
Workshop Report detailing key content covered participant engagement, and key takeaways.
Pre and post training assessments.
Due Date :
1. Approximately one weeks before the workshop
2. Within one week of workshop completion
3. Throughout the workshop
G. BUDGET
The budget range is from $1,500 to $2,000 USD, depending on the consultant's experience level and whether travel expenses are involved. This range accounts for variations in expertise and potential travel costs. The budget will cover consultant expenses, training materials preparations, report writing, and any other relevant costs incurred during the training period.
H. KEY COMPETENCES AND QUALIFICATIONS
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