Childline is pursuing the engagement of a qualified consultant to lead a comprehensive five-day Drug and substance abuse management-training program for our dedicated staff. This program is strategically designed to enhance the proficiency of Childline's team in addressing for child protection needs, with a specific emphasis on the prevention of drug and substance abuse in children and young individuals. This training initiative aligns seamlessly with our core thematic areas, which include prevention models, building resilience in young people, supporting families affected by DASA, and providing counselling and support to young people who are grappling with drug and substance-related challenges. By enhancing our skills in these critical areas, we aim to further our commitment to safeguarding the well-being of children and youth, ensuring that our efforts remain in line with Childline's project outputs and overarching mission.
Expected timelines
# Task/Deliverables Date
i Advertising of TOR 22-28 November
ii Review of applications 1 -5 December
iii Appointment of successful applicant (signing of contract) 7 December
iv Sharing of training plans and training materials 9 December
v Training in Harare (tentative dates) 11-15 December
vi Submission of Training Report TBA
Costs and Expenses:
Childline will cover the following costs:
• Consultancy fees
• Venue and catering costs for five days
*The consultant will be paid the full amount on submission of the training report.
NB: should you require any additional information before submission, kindly email your questions to recruitment@childline.org.zw
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
a. Customized Drug and Substance Abuse Training Program: Our objective is to craft a specialized training program focused on drug and substance abuse, meticulously tailored to the local context while harmonizing with Childline's thematic areas and project objectives. This program should be uniquely attuned to the specific challenges and needs within our region, ensuring its effectiveness.
b. Comprehensive MHPSS Coverage: The training must comprehensively address the key aspects of MHPSS related to Drug and Substance Abuse (DASA) and extend its scope to include Mental Health and Psychosocial Support for children and young people.
Deliverables:
I. A detailed training program, training materials, presentations, and handouts.
II. Five -day physical training in Harare, Zimbabwe.
III. Training report
The consultant should possess the following qualifications and experience:
a. At least a Master’s Degree in, Social Sciences or relevant field
b. Demonstrated expertise in psychosocial support training, particularly in the field of Drug and Substance Abuse (DASA)
c. Experience working with organizations in the child protection, youth programming services sector is an advantage.
d. Excellent communication, writing skills and ability to convey technical and complex information in a simple, clear and concise manner for different audience.
All proposals submitted will be assessed against the following:
• Qualifications
• Relevant Experience and costing of the assignment.
• Independence of consultancy (consultants are not employed by Childline Zimbabwe or KNH).
Application Process:
Interested applicants should provide a proposal covering the following aspects:
• An expression of interest.
• A detailed technical proposal clearly demonstrating a thorough understanding of this ToR and including the following:
• Demonstrated previous experience in coordinating and administering trainings of a similar nature.
• Proposed detailed training plan.
• Team composition and level of effort of each proposed team member, if applicable.
• Previous experience/mandates similar in nature including type of study, sector, organization.
• Curriculum Vitae(s) of all proposed team members outlining relevant experience.
• At least three contactable references of recent work conducted.
Applications should be addressed to recruitment@childline.org.zw, copy advocacy@childline.org.zw and programmes@childline.org.zw the reference should be clearly listed as Training of Childline staff on Drug and Substance Abuse management. Application deadline 28 November 2023
Childline Zimbabwe has in place a Child and Youth Safeguarding Policy and Confidentiality Statement which the Consultant will be expected to sign and will be bound by it thereafter. The intended recipients of the information are Kindernothilfe and Childline Zimbabwe. Failure to adhere to the provisions of the Confidentiality Statement may result in cancellation of the contract.