Research Consultant: International Commission of Jurists
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- International Commission of J…
- Expires 03 Feb 2020
- Bulawayo
- Internship
Job Description
Research Consultant: International Commission of Jurists
Deadline: 3 February 2020 (before 12pm)
Background
The International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) is an international organisation which was established in 1952 and is active in all the continents. It works to promote human rights through the rule of law, by using its unique legal expertise to develop and strengthen national and international justice systems.
In 2015, the United Nations adopted Global Development Goals, known as Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SDG 16 speaks to issues of peace, justice and building strong institutions. Through SDG 16 the United Nations seeks to promote the rule of law and access to justice amongst other objectives. In order to measure and achieve progress towards the attainment of this development goal, the United Nations has set targets and indicators. The International Commission of Jurists is implementing a project in Zimbabwe aimed at promoting the achievement of SDG 16 indicators pertaining to the rule of law and access to justice.
Objectives
The primary objective of the baseline study is to provide an evidence base against which progress towards the attainment of the targets under the rule of law and access to justice components of SDG 16 can be measured in Zimbabwe. In addition, the study must identify challenges and make recommendations on how the rule of law and justice institutions in Zimbabwe can strengthen their planning and coordination in pursuit of the attainment of the SDG 16 targets.
Duties and Responsibilities
Job Description
The ICJ is seeking to contract a competent research consultant to conduct a survey to gather baseline data against which progress towards the attainment of the rule of law and access to justice components of SDG 16 can be measured in Zimbabwe.
Scope of work
The primary objective of the baseline study is to provide an evidence base against which progress towards the attainment of the targets under the rule of law and access to justice components of SDG 16 can be measured in Zimbabwe. In addition, the study must identify challenges and make recommendations on how the rule of law and justice institutions in Zimbabwe can strengthen their planning and coordination in pursuit of the attainment of the SDG 16 targets.
Key Tasks
The research team is expected to undertake the following tasks: Develop a research proposal; Conduct the research; Develop and submit a draft baseline survey report and Develop the final survey report which incorporates comments/feedback from the ICJ.
Expected Deliverables
A comprehensive and well written study report which; Identifies the SDG 16 rule of law and access to justice baseline evidence; Analyses the nature and level of coordination amongst the rule of law actors in pursuit of these SDG 16 targets; Identifies challenges affecting the realisation of SDG 16 targets and Provides recommendations on how those challenges can be addressed or mitigated.
Methodology
The study information will be collected primarily through qualitative research methods which include but are not limited to desktop research and key informant interviews with the relevant stakeholders.
Timeline
The study will be conducted between the 10th of February 2020 and the 31st of March 2020. The final report must be submitted by the 31st of March 2020.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Expertise, Qualifications and other attributes
The consultant must have: A postgraduate degree in law, political science, social science or development studies; Demonstrable knowledge and experience in undertaking baseline survey and Demonstrable knowledge of Zimbabwe’s political and socio-economic context.
How to Apply
To apply
Researchers who are interested and who meet the above minimum requirements should submit: An Expression of Interest (EOI) which is not more than 5 pages. The EOI must detail the researcher’s understanding of the TORs, set out the proposed research methodology including methods of investigation, planned data collection tools, and means of analysis. The EOI must also include the proposed work plan and a budget, indicating a breakdown of all costs for conducting this project; A cover letter summarizing the lead applicant’s skills and past experience relevant to conducting this kind of research; Curriculum Vitaes of the research team. Each CV must provide names of three referees and their contact details (email and phone); A sample of a research output similar to the nature of research envisaged in this Call. The lead applicant must be the sole author of those research outputs. Applications that do not contain all the above documents will be regarded as incomplete and will not be considered. Applications must be addressed to Ms Rumbidzai Muyendesi at rumbidzai.muyendesi@icj.org
