Terms of Reference for Terms of Reference (ToR) for White/Research Paper on AI Usage in Humanitarian and Development Sectors for NGOs
Introduction to Required Services
Oxfam has been in Jordan since the 1990s. We work with local partners in Jordan for a future where everyone can reach their full potential, especially women and young people. We provide essential humanitarian assistance to Syrian refugees as well as vulnerable Jordanians, while promoting longer term sustainable solutions to challenges facing Jordan, with a focus on Climate Justice, Economic Justice and Gender Justice.
Oxfam is seeking a consultant(s) to assist in developing a White/Research Paper on AI Usage in Humanitarian and Development Sectors, with a particular emphasis on data empowerment and the creation of an empowered data environment and ecosystem. Additionally, this paper will lay the groundwork for the intentional use of AI, identifying uses across the two sectors, considering staff development needs, and ensuring both risks and opportunities are understood and managed in the process.
Purpose
The main purpose of this paper is to investigate the current and potential applications and impact of AI in humanitarian and development sectors. It will also provide guidance and recommendations for Oxfam and other stakeholders on how to use AI responsibly, effectively, and ethically, with a focus on data empowerment.
Scope of SERVICES
Suggested Research Questions
*Note: These are suggested research questions its up to the consultant after consultations with Oxfam team to develop research questions.
Deliverables & TIMEFRAME
Task | Description | # Of Days Required |
Inception Report and Plan | Develop an inception report outlining objectives, methodologies, and timelines. Establish a detailed work plan for project execution. | 2 days |
Literature review and stakeholder analysis | Reviewing existing sources and conducting interviews or surveys with relevant stakeholders to understand the current state of AI usage in humanitarian and development sectors. | 3 days |
Case studies analysis | Identifying and analyzing examples of successful AI projects and initiatives in humanitarian and development contexts, highlighting the impact, the challenges, and the lessons learned. | 2 days |
Opportunities and challenges analysis | Identifying and analyzing the potential benefits and risks of using AI in humanitarian and development contexts, and the factors that influence them. | 2 days |
Framework and principles development | Developing a framework and a set of principles for the intentional use of AI in humanitarian and development sectors. | 3 days |
Recommendations and action points | Providing recommendations and action points for Oxfam and other stakeholders on how to integrate AI into their strategies, policies, and operations, and how to build their capacities and partnerships to leverage AI for humanitarian and development goals. | 3 day |
TOTAL |
| 15 days |
Required Qualifications
The research entity submitting a proposal for this case study should possess the following qualifications:
Submission Requirements
Please submit your application to: [email protected], including each of the following separately, and valid for 90 days:
GUIDANCE ON HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should submit technical and financial proposals as separate documents to [email protected] with the subject line: [INSERT TITLE] and RFQ Number [RFQ-JOAMM-24-0047].
BID CLOSING DATE
Proposals must be submitted no longer than 16th of May 2024.
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