Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster and hardship, in more than 40 countries worldwide, we partner to put bold solutions into action, helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities now and for the future. Mercy Corps has worked in Jordan since 2003 to implement a variety of programs funded by global public institutions, as well as private donors, to meet the urgent needs of vulnerable populations, build cohesive and civically engaged communities, and increase inclusive economic opportunities. Mercy Corps’ current portfolio in Jordan focuses on three domains: resilient individuals, strong communities and governance, and environmentally sustainable and inclusive economic growth. Mercy Corps integrates cross-cutting themes of youth, gender equality and empowerment, governance, natural resource management, and technology.
Mercy Corps is committed to fostering a culture of physical and psychological safety within our teams and our programs and zero tolerance towards abuse.
Safeguarding at Mercy Corps covers the prevention, detection, deterrence, and response to allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse, child abuse, internal sexual misconduct, and human trafficking. Everyone at Mercy Corps shares a responsibility for safeguarding.
Purpose / Project Description:
Tawazon – Promoting the Voice and Leadership of Women Activity is a five-year activity that will create transformational changes in gender relations at the family, community, and national levels to enhance gender equality and advance women’s leadership in Jordan. This will be achieved through 1) strengthening the enabling environment and institutional capacity and addressing structural barriers for women to fully exercise their rights, express their agency, and freely lead and participate in society without restrictions; 2) partnering with local stakeholders to counter prevailing prohibitive social norms that perpetuate gender inequality, undermine women’s agency to exercise their rights, and prevent transformative change in gender relations; and 3) advancing the inclusive and transparent leadership and decision-making participation of girls and women.
Consultant Objectives:
Mercy Corps is looking for a consultant who is expected to develop a comprehensive Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policy for the Social Security Corporation (SSC) that aligns with Jordan’s national laws and regulations. This includes clear guidelines for preventing and responding to issues such as harassment, bullying, and violence in the workplace. The expected outcome is a well-defined set of policies that ensure a safe and inclusive working environment at the SSC. The Consultant will closely coordinate with Mercy Corps’ Safeguarding & GESI Manager and the CARM Coordinator to help the SSC strengthen its procedures and practices about safeguarding and code of conduct. All procedures, guidelines, materials, and KPIs ought to be connected, supported, and modified by a framework that addresses gender-based violence (GBV) and creates a safe environment at work.
Consultant Activities:
Consultant Deliverables:
All deliverables will be in Arabic, except the final report, which needs to be written in English and Arabic.
Timeframe / Schedule:
This contract will be implemented over a period of three months with an estimated Level of Efforts of 35 days maximum starting 1 December 2023.
The Consultant will report to
Institutional and Leadership Development Lead.
The Consultant will work closely with
The Tawazon ILD Senior Gender Capacity Strengthening Specialist, Mercy Corps’ Safeguarding and Social Inclusion lead, MC CARM Coordinator, and Social Security Corporation assigned team members.
Required Experience & Skills:
Documents to be included when submitting Consultancy Proposals:
Evaluation criteria:
Applicants will be evaluated according to the below elements and weights. Only applicants that receive a score of 40% and above on elements from one to three will be qualified to present their proposal in-person to the selection committee.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we can better leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are journeys, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable, and inclusive than we are today.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination based on race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.
Safeguarding & Ethics
Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our stakeholders and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of our field projects. Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs, and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
How to Apply: Mercy Corps Jordan is seeking a qualified consultant to work on the development of safeguarding and code of conduct policy for the Social Security Corporation, and Reporting mechanism under -USAID Tawazon – Promoting the Voice and Leadership of Women Activity. If you are interested, please send the requirements to the Mercy Corps – human resources department at “[email protected]” . The last date for submission is on the 3rd of December, 2023 indicating the title of the position “Social Security Corporation Safeguarding Consultant ” in the subject line.
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