International consultant - to assess and review the Community Led Total Sanitation methodology to eliminate open defecation in Somalia, 4 months [remote & in country]

The consultant is expected to review and assess ongoing and past CLTS programmes in 10 rural communities, 10 IDP camps and 5 informal settlements in Central South Region (Mogadishu, Lower Shabelle, Middle Shabelle, Gedo and Hiran), Puntland (Garowe, Galkayo and Bosaso), and Somaliland (Hargeisa, Borama and Berbera).

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Scope of Work:

The consultant is expected to review and assess ongoing and past CLTS programmes in 10 rural communities, 10 IDP camps and 5 informal settlements in Central South Region (Mogadishu, Lower Shabelle, Middle Shabelle, Gedo and Hiran), Puntland (Garowe, Galkayo and Bosaso), and Somaliland (Hargeisa, Borama and Berbera).

Specific objectives: 

• To assess the effectiveness of the CLTS approach to achieving ODF communities in rural, informal settlements and IDP camps in Somalia.

• To assess the extent of sustainability of ODF communities in rural areas, IDP camps and informal settlements using the CLTS approach.

• To identify key barriers and challenges to achieving and sustaining ODF communities in rural areas, IDP camps in Somalia and informal settlements.

• To propose recommendations for improving the CLTS approach to scale up and sustain ODF communities and suggest alternative strategies and approaches for eliminating open defecation, including community- based solutions.

The scope of work for the consultancy is as outlined below:

The consultant will employ a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data collection including literature reviews; focus group discussions; observation; informant interviews and case studies:

• Review existing resources on CLTS interventions in different geographic areas over the years and related reports, CLTS guidelines and protocols, ODF Game Plan to End Open Defecation, UNICEF’s Game Plan to Reach Safely Managed Sanitation, sanitation policies and data, including the WHO/UNICEF JMP report community WASH- focusing on sanitation issues, the draft sanitation market assessment in Somalia, National Water and Sanitation Policy, Somalia Sanitation and Hygiene Strategy; UNICEF Somalia Country Programme; NGO reports and UNICEF Somalia Country Programme Document to gain valuable insights into the current state of sanitation in Somalia, the challenges encountered, and effective strategies for improvement.

• Meetings and interviews with representatives from the Government of Somalia, UNICEF (WASH) and implementing partners- via monkey survey and or face to face, as well as consult with UNICEF to gather information and data on their perspectives on implementation of CLTS. Assess governments involvement in the implementation of CLTS and draw lessons learnt, both intended and unintended and challenges of the approach with a view to improving it to ensure that ODF communities are sustainable in terms of investments on infrastructure and hygiene behaviour changes.

• Further, conduct interviews with government and NGO representatives, and other stakeholders to gain a deeper understanding of the broader context surrounding CLTS implementation including policy and the institutional environment as well as the broader socio-econ and political environment. Investigate specific areas where CLTS was implemented and develop case studies on best practice.

• Conduct focus group discussions (and key informant interviews) with community members, including local leaders, children, women and girls, men and marginalized groups, representatives from IDPs and informal settlements to gather qualitative insights on social norms that promote or hinder behavioral changes, challenges to behaviour change, and identify areas and opportunities for sustaining ODF communities where it has been implemented.

• In consultation with UNICEF WASH, collate, analyze, interpret and summarize key data and information obtained from the reviews, interviews, discussions and consultations with communities, government, UNICEF and other stakeholders and present it in a way that conclusions can be drawn.

• Prepare a draft report based on data and information obtained from literature reviews and the findings from the field. The draft report should highlight factors for effective CLTS implementation, sustainability of ODF communities, barriers and challenges to achieving and sustaining ODF communities, weaknesses and strengths of the approach and actionable recommendations for improving and scaling it as well as alternative approaches to sustaining ODF communities. The report should include case studies on best practice. Submit the report to UNICEF for review and feedback (at least two rounds of reviews).

• Incorporate feedback from UNICEF and prepare a final report on the findings of the assessment and review of the CLTS approach to eliminating open defecation in Somalia and submit it to UNICEF for final review and approval.

• In consultation with UNICEF and based on the CLTS review findings and recommendations and building on lessons learnt (failures and successes) from CLTS and other approaches propose a model for effectively eliminating open defecation. The model could highlight key features, approach, strategies, and any relevant factors that make it fit for purpose. It should also take into account local knowledge and factors that influence communities’ decisions to construct / own a latrine as well as widely held views/ norms about open defecation.

UNICEF will provide oversight throughout the review process from development of methodology, data collection through to development of the final report and development of a model to eliminate open defecation; will review and approve key deliverables and ensure that the review and assessment adheres to agreed timelines and quality standards of UNICEF reports. UNICEF will share any new resources that are relevant for the review/ assessment with the consultant. UNICEF will also identify UNICEF staff and partners to participate in the interviews and meetings with the consultant.

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

• Advanced University degree in civil, water or environmental engineering, public health, or social sciences or related field. 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in WASH sector and/or public health or Education programming.
• Bachelor's degree in civil, water or environmental engineering, public health, or social sciences or related field with a minimum of 7 years of experience in WASH sector and/or public health or Education programming in lieu of a master's degree
• Experience with assessment or reviews and research of WASH, particularly in fragile contexts like Somalia.
• Strong experience and knowledge of CLTS methodology to sanitation.
• Experience in gender-sensitive programming and inclusivity in sanitation projects.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is a must and Somali an added advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required and strong analytical and presentation skills a must. In addition, expertise in developing case studies, strategies, programme guidance and/or training materials and other knowledge products required.
• Familiarity with the socio-cultural and political context of Somalia.

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Remarks:  

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