Country: Kyrgyzstan
Closing date: 02 May 2019
Terms of Reference
POSITION TITLE: Short-Term Counter-Trafficking in Persons Consultant, Kyrgyzstan
LOCATION: Kyrgyzstan and other areas TBD
TIMEFRAME: Up to 15 days, April 8 - May 31, 2019
DEPARTMENT: Civil Society & Education
POSITION SUMMARY: Winrock International is preparing a new program in five countries in the Central Asia Republics that will build host governments’ and other stakeholders’ capacity in addressing trafficking in persons; reduce the vulnerability of individuals to trafficking; enhance CTIP regulatory frameworks; and facilitate regional cooperation. The Kyrgyzstan Counter-Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) Consultant will be responsible for conducting a rapid assessment of issues relating to counter-trafficking efforts in Kyrgyzstan, input into the project design and support recruitment.
TASKS:
Supply contextual information about drivers and contributing factors to trafficking for sexual and labor exploitation in and from Kyrgyzstan. Prepare a briefing document with analysis on the nature and scope of trafficking in persons per provided instructions.
Summarize relevant regional, bilateral and national policies relating to TIP, including national referral mechanisms and victim identification. Summary should include an analysis of how well these laws/policies are being enforced.
Provide an overview and analysis of existing and recent counter-trafficking efforts by the government, civil society, and private sector, both at the national and community levels.
Offer recommendations on filling existing gaps to prevent TIP, protection the survivors and improve policies and partnerships within the country and on the regional level.
Organize and conduct meetings with government representatives, international and local NGOs focused on trafficking and safe migration, and other key stakeholders in Kyrgyzstan, and follow-up as requested.
Assist in the collection of relevant follow-up documents (e.g., project reports, research, policy, tools) from stakeholder groups and other sources.
Help develop and continuously add to the list of potential stakeholders relevant to proposed programming.
DELIVERABLES To be determined during signing of the consultancy agreement
QUALIFICATIONS: Successful candidates will have strong written and oral communication skills, familiarity and ease of access with key relevant government and nongovernmental stakeholders, and detailed technical knowledge in the area of trafficking in persons and forced labor in Kyrgyzstan. Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Education: Bachelor’s level degree required in education, international development, leadership, political science, or a relevant social science discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
Technical experience:
- Applicants must have demonstrated work experience in similar consultancies and technical areas.
- Experience in Kyrgyzstan is required.
Skills/Knowledge:**
- Detailed knowledge or understanding of social, economic, and political context governing trafficking in persons in Kyrgyzstan required.
- Knowledge of USAID and NGO regulatory environment in-country is desirable.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Computer literate in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (Microsoft).
How to apply:
Qualified candidates should apply via e-mail to CTIPjobs@winrock.org indicating only ‘Kyrgyzstan Consultant' in the subject line. The e-mail should contain your CV, cover letter, and three (3) professional references. Winrock will only contact candidates considered for the position.