CALL FOR CONSULTANTS: RESEARCH AND ASSESSMENT ON SCHOOL RE-ENTRY FOR MARRIED AND PREGNANT GIRLS
Organization: Onelife Initiative for Human Development
Locations: Bauchi, Borno, Adamawa, Kano, and Kaduna States
Project Scope: Strategic Support for Continuing Education (SSCE)Primary & Secondary Schooling (K-12)
About the Opportunity
Onelife Initiative is a leading non-governmental organization dedicated to social development and policy advocacy. We are currently seeking to engage five (5) highly experienced and versatile consultants to lead a specialized assessment across five key Northern Nigerian states: Bauchi, Borno, Adamawa, Kano, and Kaduna. This research aims to identify and analyze prime re-entry opportunities and existing educational practices for married and pregnant girls.
In many regions, socio-cultural barriers and policy gaps prevent young girls from returning to the classroom after marriage or pregnancy. This assessment is a critical component of a larger mission to influence state-level policies and federal-level interventions, ensuring that every girl, regardless of her marital or maternal status, has a clear and supported pathway back to formal education.
Key Deliverables and Responsibilities
The selected consultants will be expected to provide high-level technical expertise in the following areas:
1. Framework Development: Design a robust assessment framework and methodology tailored to the specific socio-cultural dynamics of the target states.
2. Field Research: Plan and execute comprehensive qualitative and quantitative data collection, including Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with policymakers, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with affected girls and families, and In-depth Interviews (IDIs) with educational administrators.
3. Data Synthesis and Reporting: Analyze field findings to produce a high-quality, comprehensive report. This document must include actionable, evidence-based recommendations designed to trigger high-level advocacy and immediate state-level policy action.
4. Stakeholder Validation: Facilitate validation workshops with key stakeholders to ensure the findings are accurate, culturally sensitive, and aligned with the strategic goals of development partners.
Requirements
• Advanced degree in Education, Gender Studies, Sociology, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Proven track record in conducting educational research or gender-based assessments in Northern Nigeria.
• Deep understanding of the barriers to female education and the nuances of state-level educational policies.
• Fluency in English and local languages (Hausa) relevant to the target states is highly desirable.
Method of Application
Qualified consultants are invited to submit their technical proposals and CVs through the official application portal. To apply, please visit:
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