Presentation of the service

1- Overall objective of the consultancy service

The Consultant will collect and use evidence to deliver a report (in English), based on the testimonies, case studies, desk reviews and key informants’ interviews.

2- Expected results of the service

The Consultant is expected to deliver the following:

1. Three (03) edited and harmonized testimonies, to be integrated in the report, based on the drafts provided by HI staff from Haiti, Benin, and Uganda.
2. Three (03) edited and harmonized case-studies, to be integrated in the report, based on the drafts provided by HI staff from Haiti, Benin, and Uganda.
3. A methodological proposal, including a set of questions, to conduct and report on interviews with at least twenty-five (25) key informants.
4. Notes and quotes from the interviews with key informants.
5. An intermediate report containing :

• Key arguments and global data and considerations on the relevance of rehabilitation across the lifespan and for a variety of health conditions
• Specific data and considerations related to the countries under focus (Haiti, Benin, and Uganda)
• Three (03) testimonies
• Three (03) case-studies
• Information and quotes collected via key informants’ interviews
• A set of recommendations for the attention of decision makers

1. A final report that integrates the feedback provided by the Editorial Committee into the intermediate report

3- Key Performance Indicators

• Deliverables are produced in a qualitative and timely manner, with a relevant inclusion of internal reviews and feedback.
• The report shapes a narrative that can be used for advocacy purposes, including concrete, relevant, and actionable recommendations to stakeholders.
• Availability, reliability, disposal for feedback and smooth communication.

Requested profile

1- Requested compliance

Freelance workers and consultants comply with the legislation that applies to them, with particular regard to social security payments, insurance policies and registration.

2- Expertise

Mandatory:

• Minimum Diploma Master’s degree in a relevant field: Global Health; Social Sciences; Disability; Law; Political Science; International Development.
• At least 3 years of experience in qualitative research in the field of global health and/or development and/or human rights and/or disability issues.
• Experience in researching and/or working in low and middle-income countries.
• Thorough knowledge of global health issues.
• Sound understanding of international development and North-South relations.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• IT skills – MS Office applications.
• Knowledge working language ​​(written & oral): French and English mandatory.
• Understanding of evidence-based advocacy.
• Adherence to HI’s values and ethics.

Desired:

• Specific knowledge of rehabilitation and assistive technology.
• Experience working with an international non-governmental organisation.

HI values diversity, we welcome and encourage applications of candidates from all gender, origins, nationality or disability.