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Purpose of Activity/Assignment:
The purpose of this assignment is to assess the alternative care landscape in Rwanda and using the evidence generated from this assessment to develop comprehensive and actionable guidelines covering all forms of alternative care in Rwanda. As a result, this assignment will be carried out in two phases. The first phase is to assess the current alternative care system in Rwanda. The second phase, based on the findings of the first phase, is to develop comprehensive Guidelines on Alternative Care in Rwanda. The first phase will involve a national data collection exercise that will be led by a Rwandan National, working closely with the international consultant, to ensure data confidentiality as per the Government’s data protocol.
Key Tasks:
The specific objectives and expected results of the assignment as given below:
To assess the current alternative care landscape across Rwanda, including supporting structures, to have a better understanding of available structure, processes and guiding frameworks. To understand the needs of children in the alternative care system and make sure the framework is responsive to those needs. To conduct a strength and gap analysis, including accessibility barriers, on required reforms based on needs of children and families and available support resources, to be able to provide a detailed roadmap with milestones for future reform. Develop operational guidelines for use by relevant stakeholders and the Government on alternative care processes. Develop recommendations for the revision/update of the National Care Reform Strategy.Deliverables:
A high-quality Inception Report outlining the proposed methodology, detailed work plan, and a clear structure for each subsequent deliverable finalized. Finalized data Collection Report that adheres fully to government confidentiality protocols and ethical standards, and provides a clear summary of data sources, tools, and initial insights. Submitted Draft Assessment Report with evidence-based findings and actionable, context-specific recommendations for review and validation A Final Validated Report incorporating stakeholder feedback, presenting clear conclusions, and outlining key next steps for implementation. A high-quality draft of the Alternative Care Guidelines finalized. Developed a clear, actionable recommendations for updating the national Alternative Care Strategy, based on evidence, stakeholder consultations, and identified gaps. Submitted a high-quality, final version of the validated Alternative Care Guidelines, accompanied by a comprehensive final report outlining key findings, methodology, stakeholder inputs, and actionable recommendations.If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: TOR -Assessment of the Alternative Care System- Updated.docx
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Minimum requirements:
Education: Advanced University Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, International Relations, Human Rights. Work Experience: At least 8 years of relevant work in: Experience in conducting assessments of national systems. Experience in child protection, child rights, and/or care reform. Understanding of Rwandan legislation and the child rights landscape. Experience in drafting high-level policy briefs. Desirables Technical Skills: Experience in monitoring and evaluation, conducting childcare and protection related assessments Experience in preparing high-level policy briefs and developing childcare and protection strategies Understanding of Rwanda legislative and child-rights related context Language Requirements: Fluent in English (Written and Spoken) is requiredFor every Child, you demonstrate...
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The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others
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Remarks:
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