Mozambique: Data for Children: International consultancy to develop and conduct a face-to face training ‘Using Data for Converging Programming and Advocacy’ for the UNICEF Mozambique Country Officer

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PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE

The proposal is to develop a face-to face data training workshop for UNICEF country office staff. Originally, the training will be opened to national and international programme staff as nominated by chiefs of sections including but not limited to those involved in convergence working groups (about 30-40 staff members). The duration of the training will be based on two-three full days of retreat and preparatory online assessment and follow up sessions.

METHODOLOGY AND TECHNICAL APPROACH

The training will consist of three components (modules) each one representing a progressive step in skills formation:

Module 1: Data appraisal

The objective of this session is to improve staff’s understanding of the basic data concepts and terms, build skills in reading and understanding data from different sources and be able to make simple critical appraisals of data content. For example, this module introduces/clarifies the concepts of averages, proportion, ratio, percentage point and percentage, nominal vs. real rates etc. The discussion can include but not limited to the following topics presented from the point of data user:

Each of the topics should be presented in an applied, interactive manner through examples and short exercises related to UNICEF work. A range of country level and cross-country comparative data (as relate to ESARO region or globally) would provide a broader picture of various data sources and data usage for advocacy.

Module 2: Data Convergence

The module is devoted to building cross-sectorial synergies in the use of data driven by the common project or policy objective. The work will be based on a group work involving staff from each thematic section.

In the first step the staff from one thematic group (e.g. education) will be given a data set related to another area (e.g. health/nutrition). The team will be asked a) validate the data by using the cross-checks techniques presented in the first module; b) discuss and propose how their section can utilise presented data for their work (formulating a problem, policy or programme objective, identify additional data and evidence needs and sources to obtain them); c) identify teams from other sections that will join a ‘task force’ to prepare for the second step in this module.

In the second step the groups will be mixed cross-thematically encouraging collaboration between sectors which do not have strong programmatic connections at the moment (e.g child protection and WASH etc). Each group will use the datasets presented to them in Step 1 as a starting point for the identified problem / issue but would need to discuss real or perceived data gaps and explore ideas on the ‘hidden’ sources of data building on cross-sectorial experience. After that they will work on preparing a specific policy brief on the topic or issue defined in STEP I of this module. This step can be done as a role play exercise. The main objective of this work is to find cross-thematic linkages in data production/analysis and utilisation throughout programme/policy cycle including a preparation of specific cross-sectorial indicators. Data should play a key role in the background, structure and presentation of this policy brief. The teams will start developing and planning its content, but the finalisation of visual part will be done through the work in Module 3.

Module 3: Data tells the story

The objective of the last module is to learn how to apply data visualisation techniques to tell the policy/programme story. This module will combine a tutorial on data visualisation techniques using free software packages available to UNICEF staff (PowerBI, Tableau) with hand-on exercises using the datasets shared with teams in Module 2. Teams formed in the previous module will be asked to prepare a short presentation of their ‘data and evidence driven’ project to other teams using data visualization tools. The expectation is that each team member will be able to do at least one graph/visual display and communicate its key message. The presentation should be the final product of the team work building on all previous modules.

This is a preliminary idea that the MCO would be happy to develop further in collaboration with NYHQ and ESARO colleagues. Their involvement is important in making the training relevant to the national, regional and global UNICEF priorities.

ACTIVITIES AND TASKS

Task 1: Assessment of capacity needs and preparation of all training materials (cases, presentations, etc);

Task 2: Conduct training that is composed by three components (modules):

Module 1: Data appraisal;

Module 2: Data Convergence;

Module 3: Data tells the story (data visualization);

Task 3: Submit the summary report of the activity focusing on “lessons learned” and proposal for the follow up activities.

DELIVERABLES AND PAYMENTS

Payments will be processed upon acceptance of the corresponding deliverable and against an invoice that will reference the contract and deliverable numbers. Payments will be approved by the respective section chief.

Work Period:

Deliverable 1:

Delivery timeframe:

Deliverable/product(s): On the submission of all training materials (Tasks 1, 2)

Payment: 40%

Deliverable 2:

Delivery timeframe:

Deliverable/product(s): Upon completion of the training and summary report of the activity on the “lessons learned) (Tasks 3 and 4)

Payment: 60%

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

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For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Remarks:

The consultant should present a cover letter and an example of similar assignment (training package) produced and delivered. Proposal should include the CVs for the Consultant or a team of consultants that will be part of the training team.

Financial proposal should be presented in USD, inclusive of all applicable taxes and expected operational expenses (e.g travel, translation into Portuguese and hiring a Portuguese synchronize translation in Maputo) as well consultant’s fees p/d.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=526608