Consultant for Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program Evaluation Tender, South Sudan - 24969026

Procurement Summary

Country : South Sudan

Summary : Consultant for Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program Evaluation

Deadline : 25 Jul 2018

Other Information

Notice Type : Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 24969026

Document Ref. No. :

Competition : ICB

Financier : United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Purchaser Ownership : -

Tender Value : Refer Document

Purchaser's Detail

Purchaser : INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION (IOM)
New Industrial Area, Northern Bari, Juba
South Sudan
Email :vss@iom.int
URL :https://southsudan.iom.int/

Tender Details

Tenders are invited for Consultant for Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program Evaluation.

Duty Station : Home based/Remote

Classification : Consultant, Grade OTHE

Type of Appointment : Consultant, Twenty days

Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 25 July 2018

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading

UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and

non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context:

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) with support from the United States Agency for

International Development (USAID) is implementing an Integrated Emergency Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) and Response and Prevention of Gender Based Violence (GBV)” program. The aim is to increase access to safe, equitable and adequate WASH services by responding to, mitigating and preventing Gender based Violence (GBV). The program hopes to among others contribute to responding to the health, psychosocial and economic needs of those affected.

Under the particular response from the psychological perspective, the program has delivered an MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) program to 45 people working directly with GBV survivors. Participants were divided into 3 groups of 15 people, 2 of the groups are from one local NGO working with GBV survivors and HIV (some of this participants are GBV survivors themselves and HIV positive). The 3rd group is a mix of social workers who work for diverse national NGO working as well with children and adult GBV survivors.

As it is in its original format, the MBSR program was delivered in 8 sessions in order to teach mindfulness, a self observation practice and mental training that seeks to promote well being. MBSR was created by Jon Kabat Zinn in the University of Massachusetts Medical School. It gives participants the possibility to develop a different relationship with stress, derived from different events such a work, vicarious victimization or violence.

This training was built on the Community based psychosocial approach to help them deal with stress caused by the work they do, as well as for choosing key participants to do a Trauma Informed Mindfulness Training of Trainers, thus participants will have an insight into mindfulness based psychosocial techniques for case management and common psychosocial distress in the population, such as depression, anxiety and stress management, while orienting them with psychosocial support (PSS) activities.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the GBV/WASH M&E officer and in collaboration with the GBV Capacity Building Officer the M & E Specialist will design the evaluation tools and the analysis of

the quantitative and qualitative data obtained from the 8 MBSR sessions. In particular, the incumbent will undertake the tasks outlined below.

For the MBSR course (2 sessions per week and 1 day retreat)*:

• Analyse the quantitative data obtained from the standard Perceived Stress Scale tool Pre-Post analysis for 45 participants (divided in 3 groups)

• Transcribe the Focus Group Discussion for the 3 groups

• Analyse Focus Group Discussions for the 3 groups

• Quantitative and Qualitative findings, Final report

*Selection of the instruments, design of the FGD and tabulation of the information has already been applied.

Tangible and Measurable output of the work assignment:

1. Analysis of the Quantitative information and report

2. Analysis of the Qualitative information and report

Realistic Delivery Dates and details as to how the work must be delivered:

1. Analysis of the information on NUDIST or SPSS analysis programs 15 days after contract starts

2. Electronic submission of the Quantitative and Qualitative PDF Report 1 month after the contract starts

Performance indicators for evaluation of results (value of services rendered in relation to their cost:

1. Qualitative Analysis

2. Quantitative Analysis

3. Reporting

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Degree level qualification in social science, psychology, MBSR certification from a recognized university

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working on monitoring and evaluating Mindfulness Based programs

• Experience conducting mindfulness based interventions

• Demonstrated high level skills on analyzing and reporting PSS data

• Excellent communication, analysis and report writing skills in English;

• Experience working on M&E in South Sudan or in an emergency context is desirable.

• Experience working on M&E for mindfulness research is an advantage.

Languages

• Fluency in English is required.

Note

Consultancy Details

• Location: Remot/Home Based

• Anticipated start date: September 2018

Desirable Competencies:

Behavioral

• Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms

• Client Orientation – works effectively well with client and stakeholders

• Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others

• Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience

• Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services

• Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;

• Performance Management – identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others.

• Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;

• Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter

• Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation.

• Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;

• Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.

Other:

Note

• The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.

• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment or visa requirements and security clearances.

• No late applications will be accepted.

HOW TO APPLY:

How to apply:

IOM invites applications from individuals with the required experience and skills. The applications should include the following:

1. A cover letter should include a brief profile of the individual

2. An outline of how you would meet the deliverables, including details on the methods/approaches and include a price proposal.

3. Example of similar research conducted by the consultant.

Interested candidates are required to submit the above documents to IOM Office in Juba or e-mail: vss@iom.int. Applications sent through email need to reflect the position title and vacancy number on the subject line. Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered valid. Deadline for applications: 25 July 2018. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Posting period:

From 11 July 2018 to 25 July 2018.

Documents

 Tender Notice