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<span><strong>Consultancy title</strong></span> National Individual Consultant - Reproductive Health Consultant – UNFPA Libya Country Office <br> <span><strong>Duty station</strong></span> Tripoli, Libya,with field travel as required, including to eastern, southern and western Libya. <br> <span><strong>Duration</strong></span> Four months,subject to funding, operational needs and satisfactory performance. <br> <span><strong>Type of contract</strong></span> Individual Consultant - National Consultancy <br> <span><strong>Supervisor</strong></span> International Programmes Coordinator <br> <p><span><strong>Working arrangement</strong></span></p><br> Full-time equivalent level of effort, based in the UNFPA Country Office in Tripoli, Libya;21.75 per month.Field missions and event support may be required, subject to security and operational clearances. <br> <span><strong>Expected startdate</strong></span> As soon as possible following completion of theselection process <br> Background and rationale <p>UNFPA is the United Nations reproductive health agency. UNFPA works to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. In Libya, UNFPA supports national and sub-national partners to strengthen integrated reproductive health, protection, population data and youth-responsive programmes, with particular attention to women, girls, adolescents, young people and vulnerable populations.</p><br> <p>The Libya Country Office works in a complex humanitarian and development environment that requires timely, accurate and conflict-sensitive communication. Effective communications are essential to demonstrate results, strengthen public understanding of UNFPA’s mandate, support evidence-based advocacy, mobilize resources, meet donor visibility commitments, and maintain trusted relationships with government institutions, civil society, youth actors, communities, media, donors, the United Nations Country Team and other partners.</p><br> <p>UNFPA Libya is seeking a Reproductive Health (RH) Consultant to support <span>the delivery of the RH programme and ensure high-impact and sustained results of the RH humanitarian response. While working under the supervision of the International Programme Coordinator and in coordination with the Programme Team and Field Coordinators, the consultant will support the planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on RH programme activities.</span></p><br>Purpose and objective of the consultancy<br> <p>The overall objective of the consultancy is to support UNFPA Libya in planning and implementing coherent, high-quality and results-focused RH Programmes.</p><br> <p>The specific objectives are to:</p><br> <ul> <li><span>Support policy dialogue and the development of strategies and programmes on Reproductive Health with key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health.</span> <ul> <li><span>Provide technical support to the strengthening of national health systems and institutional capacities to deliver high-quality, people-centered Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) services.</span></li> <li><span>Manage strategic partnerships with government, civil society, and development partners, and support advocacy and resource mobilization efforts for RMNCAH.</span></li> <li><span>Provide technical assistance to strengthen RH service delivery of UNFPA Implementing Partners.</span></li> <li><span>Champion the use of data and evidence for policy formulation, programme innovation, and strategic communication on key Reproductive Health (RH) issues.</span></li> </ul></li> </ul> <ol> <li>Scope of work</li> </ol> <p>Under the direct supervision of the International Programme Coordinator or designated Programme Lead, the consultant will undertake the following functions:</p><br> <ul> <li><span>Technical Leadership and Capacity Strengthening</span> <ul> <li><span>Provide technical support to UNFPA Implementing Partners to strengthen Reproductive Health (RH) services in humanitarian and development programmes.</span></li> <li><span>Support the development of capacity-strengthening initiatives for RH service delivery, including the institutionalization of emergency obstetric care (EmONC) and the strengthening of midwifery services.</span></li> <li><span>Oversee the technical quality and adaptation of clinical norms, service delivery guidelines, and educational materials to enhance access to and quality of Reproductive, Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) services.</span></li> </ul></li> <li><span>Policy, Advocacy and Coordination</span> <ul> <li><span>Support high-level policy dialogue and provide strategic technical advice to senior officials in government institutions, particularly the Ministry of Health, to ensure RMNCAH priorities are embedded in national health and development agendas.</span></li> <li><span>Support the formulation, review, and implementation of national laws, policies, and strategies related to maternal mortality reduction, maternal and child health and family planning, ensuring alignment with international commitments and evidence-based best practices</span></li> <li><span>Promote the health of women and young people and champion the integration of human rights and youth engagement frameworks into all national RH policies and programming.</span></li> <li><span>Represent UNFPA in inter-agency coordination platforms, including the Health and Nutrition Task Force, and ensure RH is embedded in strategic priorities, programme interventions and results frameworks.</span></li> <li><span>Provide administrative and technical assistance to strengthen partnerships, communication flow, and collaborative planning.</span></li> </ul></li> <li><span>Emergency preparedness and response</span> <ul> <li><span>Provide technical leadership to ensure the resilience of SRH services in humanitarian contexts, guaranteeing that the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) and EmONC are integrated into national emergency preparedness and response plans.</span></li> <li><span>Guide readiness assessments and contingency planning and ensure the availability of technical expertise for rapid deployment during humanitarian crises.</span></li> <li><span>Support quality assurance and implementation of RH programmes by UNFPA Implementing partners in coordination with the Programme Analysts Integrated Services, and Field Coordinators.</span></li> </ul></li> <li><span>Knowledge Management and Evidence Generation</span> <ul> <li><span>Support the Programme Analyst Data and Monitoring in RH data gathering and analysis and ensure evidence-based decision-making by leading knowledge management strategies that inform policy, advocacy, and programming.</span></li> <li><span>Oversee the generation and strategic dissemination of evidence, including policy briefs, research, and case studies, to highlight gaps, innovations, and best practices in RH for a high-level audience.</span></li> <li><span>Ensure that lessons learned from programmes are systematically documented and utilized to inform the scaling-up of successful interventions.</span></li> </ul></li> </ul> <p>Any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.</p><br>Expected deliverables and payment schedule <p>The consultant will work full-time (21.75 days per month). Payments will be made monthly upon satisfactory completion and approval of the agreed outputs and performance report by UNFPA. The indicative product mix may be adjusted to reflect operational needs, emerging priorities and the final contracting modality, while preserving the overall scope and accountability of the assignment.</p><br>Working arrangements and methodology<br><ul> <li>The consultant will be based at UNFPA Offices in Tripoli, Libya and will work closely with the UNFPA Libya programme, monitoring, operations and field teams, as well as implementing partners and relevant external stakeholders.</li> <li>Travel to municipalities and field locations, including in eastern, southern and western Libya, may be required subject to UN security procedures, operational clearance, availability of resources and prior authorization by UNFPA.</li> <li>Official travel associated with the assignment will be authorized and arranged in accordance with applicable UNFPA duty-travel policies and procedures.</li> <li>The consultant may not issue public statements, speak on behalf of UNFPA or commit the organization externally unless specifically authorized.</li> <li>The consultant will not exercise supervisory authority over UNFPA personnel or implementing partners and will not approve expenditures. Any technical role in procurement or production will remain subject to UNFPA procedures and delegated authority.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience: </strong></p><br><p><strong>Education: </strong></p><br><ul> <li><span>Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Public Health, Medicine, Health Systems Management, or a related health science field.</span></li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge and Experience: </strong></p><br><ul> <li><span>A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in public health policy, planning, and management, with a specific focus on Reproductive Health or Maternal and Child Health.</span></li> <li><span>Demonstrated experience in providing high-level policy advice and technical assistance to government ministries (e.g., Ministry of Health) and other stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span>Substantive expertise and proven experience in key areas such as maternal mortality reduction, reproductive health and family planning.</span></li> <li><span>In-depth understanding of Libya's health sector, including its political, social, and institutional landscape.</span></li> <li><span>Experience in culturally sensitive programming and addressing the needs of vulnerable populations.</span></li> <li><span>Field experience addressing/integrating reproductive health and reproductive rights issues in humanitarian and development programmes is highly desirable.</span></li> <li><span>Familiarity with the Minimum Initial Service Package (MISP) for Reproductive Health in crises is a strong asset.</span></li> <li><span>Knowledge and understanding of human rights-based approaches to health, quality of care, and addressing issues such as sexual violence.</span></li> <li><span>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel for data analysis and management.</span></li></ul><p><strong>Languages: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>Fluency in Arabic and English, written and spoken, is required.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Competencies: </strong></p><br><p><strong>Values:</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Exemplifying integrity, </li> <li>Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, </li> <li>Embracing cultural diversity, </li> <li>Embracing change</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>Achieving results,</li> <li>Being accountable,</li> <li>Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,</li> <li>Thinking analytically and strategically,</li> <li>Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships </li></ul>Application requirements <ul> <li>Updated CV or P11 demonstrating relevant experience.</li> <li>Brief motivation letter demonstrating understanding of the assignment and demonstrating the required technical knowledge and skills.</li> <li>Financial proposal indicating the daily or monthly consultancy fee, as required by the procurement process.</li> <li>At least two professional references.</li> </ul><br><br> </div>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><span >Role objectives</span></p><p>Technical tools and decisions</p><ul><li>Finalize, with BSC and our client Libya, all MICS Plus survey tools, CATI questionnaires, protocols and technical documentation (sample design, questionnaire drafting/revision, tabulation plans).</li><li>Support implementation of key technical decisions across all phases: sample design, CATI system preparation and testing, training, data collection, processing, quality assurance, analysis, reporting and dissemination.</li><li>Facilitate technical reviews by sampling, data-processing and household-survey experts at key stages, ensuring feedback is documented and incorporated.</li></ul><p>Fieldwork, data and analysis</p><ul><li>Support training of CATI interviewers and supervisors (call handling, respondent protocols, quality control, use of the digital data collection system).</li><li>Provide close monitoring and technical support during the initial days of each data collection round to ensure operational readiness and adherence to protocols.</li><li>Process and review incoming data with the BSC MICS Plus team timely quality checks, correction of data issues and documentation of data-quality findings.</li><li>Develop tabulation programmes, indicator tables and analysis outputs with the BSC data- processing team and our client in Libya.</li></ul><p>Coordination, reporting and archiving</p><ul><li>Provide technical and managerial support to BSC in the day-to-day running of MICS Plus, and coordination/supervisory support to the BSC data-processing and CATI data-collection teams during active data collection.</li><li>Maintain regular communication with our client in Libya and BSC; support UNICEF HQ/RO/CO MICS consultants and experts.</li><li>Support data interpretation sessions, stakeholder dissemination workshops and communication events; document lessons learned, bottlenecks and good practices.</li><li>Ensure proper archiving of all MICS Plus tools and products, and prepare a comprehensive final process report on the setup, implementation, results, challenges and recommendations for institutionalizing high-frequency data systems within BSC.</li></ul><p>Additional and cross-cutting support</p><ul><li>MICS7 Libya finalization support quality review and finalization of the survey report and prepare GIS-based outputs (maps and geospatial visualizations of key indicators).</li><li>MODA / multidimensional child poverty provide coordination and support to the MODA consultant conducting the analysis (using MICS7 and, where relevant, MICS Plus data): facilitate access to datasets/documentation, coordinate between BSC, UNICEF Libya and the MODA consultant, and support review and finalization of outputs.</li><li>Programme monitoring follow up with our client in Libya sections and partners on results reportin in eTools (incl. PCA/partnership progress) and support data collection from sections/partners via ActivityInfo (form design/adjustment, data-quality checks, consolidation).</li><li>Other monitoring tasks as required by the PME Section (field-monitoring support, dataconsolidation, dashboards)</li></ul><p>Project reporting</p><p>Reports to our client's Libya Country Office (PME Section), collaborating with the our clients Regional Office and HQ MICS teams and with BSC focal persons. Regular implementation updates to our client in Libya, with increased frequency during data collection, data processing and reporting.</p><p>Stage deliverables submitted per the delivery schedule</p><ul><li>Comprehensive final process report and full documentation archive at the end of the assignment.</li><li>MICS7 Libya final report and GIS outputs finalized.</li><li>MODA coordination and support provided; MODA outputs reviewed and finalized with the MODA consultant.</li><li>Ongoing programme monitoring support eTools reporting follow-up and ActivityInfo data collection/consolidation (within the overall fee).</li></ul><p>Key competencies</p><ul><li>Strong computer skills and strong expertise in statistical analysis software, particularly SPSS.</li><li>Knowledge of CSPro, Stata, R or other data-processing and statistical software (asset).</li><li>Strong coordination, communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work with government counterparts, our clients technical teams and external consultants.</li><li>Ability to manage deadlines, document decisions and ensure timely delivery of outputs.</li><li>Familiarity with GIS/mapping tools for producing maps and geospatial visualizations (asset).</li><li>Familiarity with multidimensional child poverty analysis (MODA) (asset).</li><li>Familiarity with our clients monitoring systems such as eTools and ActivityInfo (asset</li></ul><p>Team management</p><p>Provides coordination and supervisory support to the BSC MICS Plus team (data-processing team and CATI data-collection team), particularly during active data collection. This is a technical coordination role, not a our clients line-management position.</p><p>Further information</p><p>Desirable: Experience with CATI/phone-based surveys, MICS, DHS or other household surveys. Experience in data analysis, tabulation, survey reporting or dashboard preparation. Experience coordinating with government counterparts, vendors or technical teams. Experience coordinating or supporting MODA / multidimensional child poverty analysis (asset). Experience with GIS/mapping and with our clients monitoring systems (eTools, ActivityInfo) (asset)</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Strong computer skills and strong expertise in statistical analysis software, particularly SPSS.</li><li>Knowledge of CSPro, Stata, R or other data-processing and statistical software (asset).</li><li>Strong coordination, communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>Ability to work with government counterparts, our clients technical teams and external consultants.</li><li>Ability to manage deadlines, document decisions and ensure timely delivery of outputs.</li><li>Familiarity with GIS/mapping tools for producing maps and geospatial visualizations (asset).</li><li>Familiarity with multidimensional child poverty analysis (MODA) (asset).</li><li>Familiarity with our clients monitoring systems such as eTools and ActivityInfo (asset</li><li>Desirable: Experience with CATI/phone-based surveys, MICS, DHS or other household surveys.</li><li>Experience in data analysis, tabulation, survey reporting or dashboard preparation.</li><li>Experience coordinating with government counterparts, vendors or technical teams.</li><li>Experience coordinating or supporting MODA / multidimensional child poverty analysis (asset).</li><li>Experience with GIS/mapping and with our clients monitoring systems (eTools, ActivityInfo) (asset</li></ul><p></p></section>
<section><p class="heading jdMain">Job Description</p><p class="heading">Roles & Responsibilities</p><div class="paragraph"><p><span >Role objectives</span></p><ul><li>Provide psychosocial support to the members of the migrant community living in the designated DCs, IDPs and host communities.</li><li>Assess perceptions of MHPSS among beneficiaries, design appropriate key message, design suitable ways to share information, disseminate information to migrants through leaflets, media, social media, informal networks.</li><li>Conduct regular visits to detention centers (DCs) and urban locations in order to assess the needs of migrants, IDPs and host communities.</li><li>Provide psychological First aid within search and rescue operations.</li><li>Provide remote psychosocial support when needed.</li><li>Make necessary referral to other units, programs and departments within IOM and to other stakeholders.</li><li>Conduct a services mapping exercise in order to identify other units and stakeholders, migrant community mobilizers and leaders working to address the need of migrants in the relevant DCs and urban locations and needs of IDPs and hosting communities.</li><li>Liaise closely and coordinate with the health, protection and MRRM teams working in the area. This includes planning of the weekly visits, meetings, workshops trainings and so on.</li><li>Undertake all administrative and office related to ensuring the successful implementation of tasks and the project activities.</li><li>When required, develop purchase Request Forms (PRFs), get necessary approval and liaise with other unit/programs/departments within IOM to ensure that all travel and venue booking is completed in time.</li><li>Develop all necessary paperwork and get necessary approval liaising with other unit/programs/departments within IOM to ensure that all arrangements for trainings to conducted in Tunis and Libya are being completed on time.</li><li>Report any challenges and potentials hiccups in the process to the senior MHPSS assistant & Programme Manager in a timely manner.</li><li>Support the programme manager in identifying capacity building opportunities in Libya for Civil Society Organizations and Government counterparts, develop training materials and contribute to the delivery of trainings if required (translation or leading sessions).</li><li>Attend training sessions and document all process for processing approvals, authorizations maintaining up to date copies of all documents.</li><li>Work on creating a system for proper documentation.</li><li>Provide the programme manager with timely and accurate information of delivered activities and in compliance with IOM reporting formats and timeframes.</li><li>Liaise with other IOM units in particular Protection in addition to VHR, Health and Technical Cooperation, Community Stabilisation and MRRM to guarantee a holistic approach to responses, management of identified cases and referral when necessary.</li><li>Liaise with IOM partners, especially Civil Society Organizations and Government counterparts to ensure interventions are delivered in line with international guidelines and standards and IOM policies.</li><li>Travel to any location as requested by the direct supervisor when/where necessary.</li><li>Attend meetings both programmatic and technical on regular basis.</li><li>Liaise closely with the mental health professional to better follow up on cases.</li><li>Submit weekly and monthly reports documents all activities and services provided.</li><li>Undertake any other duty as may be assigned by the senior MHPSS assistant and PM.</li></ul><p>Project reporting Senior MHPSS Assistant</p><p>Key competencies</p><p>Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:</p><ul><li>Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.</li><li>Integrity and transparency: maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.</li><li>Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.</li></ul><p>Core Competencies behavioural indicators level 3</p><ul><li>Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.</li><li>Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.</li><li>Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.</li><li>Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.</li><li>Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.</li></ul><p>Team management No managerial responsibility in this team</p></div></section><section><p class="heading">Desired Candidate Profile</p><p class="paragraph"></p><ul><li>Provide psychosocial support to the members of the migrant community living in the designated DCs, IDPs and host communities.</li><li>Assess perceptions of MHPSS among beneficiaries, design appropriate key message, design suitable ways to share information, disseminate information to migrants through leaflets, media, social media, informal networks.</li><li>Conduct regular visits to detention centers (DCs) and urban locations in order to assess the needs of migrants, IDPs and host communities.</li><li>Provide psychological First aid within search and rescue operations.</li><li>Provide remote psychosocial support when needed.</li><li>Make necessary referral to other units, programs and departments within IOM and to other stakeholders.</li><li>Conduct a services mapping exercise in order to identify other units and stakeholders, migrant community mobilizers and leaders working to address the need of migrants in the relevant DCs and urban locations and needs of IDPs and hosting communities.</li><li>Liaise closely and coordinate with the health, protection and MRRM teams working in the area. This includes planning of the weekly visits, meetings, workshops trainings and so on.</li><li>Undertake all administrative and office related to ensuring the successful implementation of tasks and the project activities.</li><li>When required, develop purchase Request Forms (PRFs), get necessary approval and liaise with other unit/programs/departments within IOM to ensure that all travel and venue booking is completed in time.</li><li>Develop all necessary paperwork and get necessary approval liaising with other unit/programs/departments within IOM to ensure that all arrangements for trainings to conducted in Tunis and Libya are being completed on time.</li><li>Report any challenges and potentials hiccups in the process to the senior MHPSS assistant & Programme Manager in a timely manner.</li><li>Support the programme manager in identifying capacity building opportunities in Libya for Civil Society Organizations and Government counterparts, develop training materials and contribute to the delivery of trainings if required (translation or leading sessions).</li><li>Attend training sessions and document all process for processing approvals, authorizations maintaining up to date copies of all documents.</li><li>Work on creating a system for proper documentation.</li><li>Provide the programme manager with timely and accurate information of delivered activities and in compliance with IOM reporting formats and timeframes.</li><li>Liaise with other IOM units in particular Protection in addition to VHR, Health and Technical Cooperation, Community Stabilisation and MRRM to guarantee a holistic approach to responses, management of identified cases and referral when necessary.</li><li>Liaise with IOM partners, especially Civil Society Organizations and Government counterparts to ensure interventions are delivered in line with international guidelines and standards and IOM policies.</li><li>Travel to any location as requested by the direct supervisor when/where necessary.</li><li>Attend meetings both programmatic and technical on regular basis.</li><li>Liaise closely with the mental health professional to better follow up on cases.</li><li>Submit weekly and monthly reports documents all activities and services provided.</li><li>Undertake any other duty as may be assigned by the senior MHPSS assistant and PM.</li><li>Effectively applies knowledge of mental health and psychosocial issues in execution of responsibilities at appropriate level maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas of work Skilled at developing culturally relevant psychotherapeutic interventions Demonstrated expertise and thorough knowledge on the practical application of the IASC Guidelines on MHPSS in Emergency Settings knowledgeable on the psychosocial impact of forced displacement.</li></ul><p></p></section>
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<p><strong>Hiring Office: </strong>UNFPA Libya Country Office</p><br><p><strong>Purpose of Consultancy:</strong>UNFPA Libya Country Office (CO) plays a central role in advancing the UN Sustainable<br> Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) and the UNFPA Country Programme (CPD) through strengthened partnerships, expanded access, and enhanced national ownership. To accelerate progress during a period of evolving political, social, and economic dynamics, UNFPA seeks to hire a National Partnerships Consultant who will lead on cultivating, managing, and expanding strategic partnerships across government entities, civil society, academia, and—critically—the national private sector. The consultant will support UNFPA’s mandate by advancing multi-stakeholder engagement, enabling operational access, enhancing program delivery, and mobilizing resources and political backing for UNFPA priorities in Libya.<br><strong>Reporting Line</strong>: The consultant will operate under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Libya Country Office Representative.</p><br><p><strong>Scope of work: (Description of services, activities, or outputs): </strong></p><br><p><strong>A. Strategic National Partnerships (Government & Public Institutions)</strong><br> · Serve as a primary liaison between UNFPA and national counterparts, ensuring consistent engagement, information flow, and problem-solving for smooth programme implementation.<br> · Strengthen strategic partnerships with national and local authorities, including line ministries, municipal structures, and specialized agencies relevant to UNFPA’s mandate.<br> · Support the development, negotiation, and finalization of tailored Note Verbales, Memoranda of Agreement (MoAs) and other documents with government institutions, ensuring alignment with UNFPA programmatic priorities.<br> · Conduct continuous political, social, and economic analysis to identify opportunities, risks, and entry points for expanded collaboration.<br> · Lead regular engagement with authorities at central and municipal levels to resolve bottlenecks, ensure programme access, mitigate risk, and maintain compliance with interagency SOPs.<br> · Maintain strong relationships with implementing partners, academic institutions, and other national actors, ensuring that partnership frameworks remain up-to-date on the UN Partner Portal and internal systems.<br> · Conduct ongoing mapping of national stakeholders, including CSOs and academic institutions, to identify new and innovative partnership opportunities.<br> · Provide regular briefings and intelligence updates to the Representative and CO management on partnership dynamics, media scanning, opportunities, emerging sensitivities, and risks.<br><strong>B. National Private-Sector Partnerships & Resource Mobilization (CSR Focus)</strong><br> Develop a strategic engagement plan for national private-sector entities aligned with UNFPA’s mandate, including reproductive health, gender-based violence, youth empowerment, and population data.<br> · Identify and cultivate relationships with companies and business associations interested in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), cause-based funding, in-kind support, or joint advocacy.<br> · Translate UNFPA program priorities into compelling value propositions for the private sector, focusing on shared value, reputational benefit, and community impact.<br> · Coordinate with Programme teams to structure CSR partnerships—including sponsorships, co-funding, product/service contributions, and awareness-raising campaigns.<br> · Support the Representative in high-level outreach, negotiation, and partnershipbuilding efforts with corporate leadership.<br> · Maintain an updated database of private-sector actors, opportunities, and relationship progress.<br> · Prepare briefs, concept notes, and partnership pitches tailored to business audiences.<br> · Ensure due diligence, documentation, and compliance with UNFPA and UN policieson private-sector engagement.</p><br><p><strong>C. Programme Support, Access Facilitation & Problem-Solving</strong></p><br><p>Support the preparation, launch, and management of Requests for Proposals and partner selection processes on the UN Partner Portal.<br> · Monitor partnership documentation, agreements, and compliance requirements, ensuring timely updates of supplier profiles, agreements, and annual workplans.<br> · Support partners in implementing assurance recommendations (micro-assessments, audits, and spot checks), including PSEA and safeguarding action plans.<br> · Conduct field visits to engage partners, assess challenges, collect feedback, and escalate issues to programme teams for timely action.<br> · Facilitate coordination and access with government and non-government actors across programme locations—helping troubleshoot administrative, political, or operational bottlenecks.<br> · Facilitate and support the work of consultants, advisors, and technical experts in engaging national counterparts and accessing relevant stakeholders.<br> · Provide regular updates during Programme Team meetings and ensure follow-up on agreed action points.</p><br><p><br> D<strong>- Support Partnership Intelligence, Communication & Reporting</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Provide regular updates to the Representative and International Programme Coordinator on partnership developments, risks, opportunities, and required strategic decisions.</li> <li>Prepare briefs, meeting notes, and documentation of engagement with partners and authorities.</li> <li>Ensure that all partnership materials, Note Verbales, reports, and field visit findings are uploaded to CO knowledge-management systems (iDocs).</li> <li>Support internal and external communication on partnership achievements, opportunities, and programmatic highlights.</li> <li>Provide regular updates during the program team meetings on the results and key<br> highlights from field visits and meetings with partners, stakeholders, take note of the action<br> points and follow up on their implementation.<br> ● Constantly Analyze and interpret political, social and economic environment relevant<br> to UNFPA mandate, and identify opportunities and threats for the agency’s assistance and<br> intervention.</li></ul><p><strong>E. Support networking and partnership building:</strong></p><br><p>● Strengthen partnerships with national and local authorities and enhance crossfunctional collaboration.<br> ● Conduct regular mapping of local CSOs and academic institutions in view of new and innovative partnership opportunities.<br> ● Provide regular updates to the CO management on partnership opportunities and changes.<br> ● Support the program personnel in advocating for UNFPA Libya CO Country Program deliverables with relevant UNFPA’s stakeholders, and priority audiences including government authorities, local authorities, academic institutions and civil society organizations.<br> ● Communicate on daily basis with the CO program personnel to coordinate program interventions with the authorities as per the interagency SOPs for coordination with the national and local authorities.<br> ● Perform any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor and manager.<br> </p><br><p><strong>Duration and working schedule : </strong>The consultancy will be for a period of 11 months (1st of August 2026 until 31st of May 2027), with the possibility of extension.</p><br><p><strong>Place where services are to be delivered:</strong> Based in Tripoli, with travel to field locations in Libya as required.</p><br><p><strong>Delivery dates and how work will be delivered (e.g. electronic, hard copy etc.): </strong>The consultant will deliver the work in electronic version and upload the deliverables to UNFPA Libya CO Google Drive (iDocs).</p><br><ul> <li>Monitoring and progress control, including reporting requirements, periodicity format and deadline:</li> <li>Provide weekly updates to the Representative and Programme Coordinator on progress, challenges, and required management decisions.<br> ● The consultant will provide regular updates on the work performed at the regular weekly program team meetings.<br> ● All minutes of meetings, monitoring and progress reports and relevant documentation of the performed tasks will be</li></ul><p><strong>Supervisory arrangements: </strong>The selected consultant will work closely with UNFPA Libya CO program personnel under the direct supervision of the Country Representative.</p><br><p><br><strong>Expected travel: </strong>The consultant might be required to travel outside Tripoli according to the CO needs.</p><br><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience: </strong></p><br><ul> <li><Education Requirements>· Bachelor Degree degree in Medicine, Medical sciences, public health, social sciences, business administration, international development, political science, communications, or a related field.</li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge and Experience: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>· Minimum of 2 years of experience in public sector, programme implementation, or stakeholder engagement.</li> <li>Experience engaging government institutions and/or private-sector actors; experience with donors and development partners is an advantage.</li> <li>Previous experience within the UN system and/or an international organization is an asset.</li> <li>Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and diplomacy skills.<br> </li> <li>Computer Skills: Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT<br> systems, and web-based management systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Languages: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Competencies: </strong></p><br><p><strong>Values:</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Exemplifying integrity, </li> <li>Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, </li> <li>Embracing cultural diversity, </li> <li>Embracing change</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>Achieving results,</li> <li>Being accountable,</li> <li>Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,</li> <li>Thinking analytically and strategically,</li> <li>Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,</li></ul><p><strong>Functional Competencies:</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Advocacy/Advancing a policy-oriented agenda; </li> <li>Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/building strategic alliances and partnerships; </li> <li>Delivering results-based programs; Internal and external communication and advocacy for results<br> mobilization.<br> </li></ul><p><strong>Inputs / services to be provided by UNFPA or implementing partner (e.g support services, office space, equipment), if applicable:</strong></p><br><ul> <li>UNFPA will provide the consultant with a desk, and office stationery.</li> <li>The consultant is required to have his/ her own computer with the required technology to perform his/ her tasks.</li></ul><br> </div>
<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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<p><span><span>T</span><span>erms of </span><span>R</span><span>eference</span><span> – </span></span><span>Specialist Contractor</span></p><br><br><p><span>Document owner</span></p><br><br><p><span>Hoda Khoja - NFE/ED/EES Project Manager</span></p><br><br><p><span>Document author</span></p><br><br><p><span>Hoda Khoja - NFE/ED/EES Project Manager</span></p><br><br><p><span>Current version</span></p><br><br><p><span>V1</span></p><br><br><p><span>Issue date</span></p><br><br><p><span>29/04/2026</span></p><br><br><p><span>Project reference</span></p><br><br><p><span>NFE Libya – Youth Connect Programme </span></p><br><br><p><span>File location</span></p><br><br><br><br><p><span>Consultancy role title: </span><span>Lead Master Facilitator and Lead Mentor</span></p><br><br><p><span>Location: </span><span>Libya.</span></p><br><br><p><span>Apply by: </span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Call launch date: 28/06/2026</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Application deadline: 13/07/2026 </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ol><li><p><span>Overview of the British Council</span></p><br><br></li></ol><br><p><span>We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide.</span></p><br><br><p><span>We uniquely combine the UK’s deep expertise in arts and culture, education and the English language, our global presence, and relationships in over 100 countries, our unparalleled access to young people and influencers and our creative sparkle.</span></p><br><br><p><span>We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence, and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.</span></p><br><br><p><span>We work with governments and our partners in the education, English language, and cultural sectors, in the UK and globally. Working together we make a bigger difference, creating benefit for millions of people all over the world.</span></p><br><br><p><span>We work with people in over 200 countries and territories and are on the ground in more than 100 countries.</span></p><br><br><ol><li><p><span><span>Background</span><span> and context</span><span> about </span><span>Youth Connect Programme</span></span></p><br><br></li></ol><br><p><span>Youth Connect is a nine-month programme funded by the British Council that focuses on youth skills development and community-led change. The programme supports young people aged 18–35 to identify challenges within their local contexts, conduct research, engage with peers and stakeholders, and collaboratively define priorities and solutions. Through workshops, dialogue sessions, mentoring, and collective action, young people are equipped with leadership, decision-making, and civic engagement skills that enable them to actively contribute to their communities. At the same time, the programme works to strengthen confidence among young people that positive change is possible, while encouraging greater recognition among stakeholders of the value of meaningful youth participation in community and decision-making processes.</span></p><br><br><p><span>Youth Connect is delivered in partnership with civil society organisations and national entities to ensure strong local ownership, sustainability, and measurable impact. The programme aims to strengthen the capacity of local partners to design and deliver effective, inclusive, community-based youth programmes through training, mentorship, and continuous support. It promotes inclusive youth participation, ensuring equitable access for diverse groups, including those facing additional barriers to engagement. Through Collective Action Projects (CAPs), young people work alongside CSOs and local stakeholders to design and implement practical solutions to local challenges, while stronger youth networks and alumni engagement help sustain learning, leadership, and collaboration beyond the programme cycle. By fostering trust and stronger collaboration between youth, civil society, local authorities, and community actors, Youth Connect contributes to a more inclusive and enabling environment for civic participation and long-term community development.</span></p><br><br><ol><li><p><span><span>About the role of the </span><span>Lead Master Facilitator and Lead Mentor</span></span></p><br><br></li></ol><br><p><span>The Lead Master Facilitator and Lead Mentor will provide technical leadership, mentoring, and quality assurance across the Youth Connect programme, supporting local partner CSOs, facilitators, and mentors in delivering high-quality youth learning journeys.</span></p><br><br><p><span>The role includes supporting the design and delivery of key programme activities across the full Youth Connect cycle. The consultant will strengthen partner capacity through mentoring, coaching, regular feedback, and technical guidance, while ensuring delivery aligns with Youth Connect methodology, safeguarding, inclusion, and quality standards. The role also supports programme monitoring, reporting, national trainings, Communities of Practice (CoPs), stakeholder engagement, and stronger connections between young people and local actors.</span></p><br><br><p><span>Given the presence of youth cohorts across Libya’s East, West, and South regions, the role may require domestic travel to support delivery and partner mentoring across multiple locations.</span></p><br><br><p><span>The consultant will report to the Head of NFE Libya and work closely with the British Council NFE team, local partner CSOs, facilitators, mentors, and the wider regional Youth Connect network.</span></p><br><br><p><span>3.1 Key responsibilities: </span></p><br><br><p><span>Facilitation, Mentorship & Coaching </span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Train, mentor, and provide ongoing support to the programme network of facilitators, trainers, local partners, and youth participants throughout the programme, including regular feedback and improvement plans to strengthen delivery quality.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Co-facilitate and monitor training and mentoring sessions with local partner facilitators to provide mentorship to mentors and/or participants and to ensure consistent delivery, quality standards, and alignment with the Youth Connect methodology.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Provide expert insights and best practices to strengthen the overall programme impact throughout the learning journey.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Ensure seamless communication between facilitators, local partners, and the British Council team.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Ensure effective attendance and participation in national and regional partners’ meetings and CoPs, sharing Libya’s updates and best practices with UK consultants and regional Master Facilitators. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Promote inclusive leadership throughout programme delivery by mentoring facilitators, local partners, and young people, reinforcing workshop learning and key messages, and ensuring the active inclusion and participation of young women, marginalised groups, and vulnerable youth across all activities.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><span>Supporting Programme Implementation </span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Review and provide feedback on training agendas, programme technical documents, and plans to align with programme objectives, learning needs, and toolkits. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Arrange regular check-ins with local partners and facilitators and attend country-level meetings to review, track progress, provide feedback and discuss upcoming plans. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Support the project team in programme implementation and monitoring and provide guidance to local partners in delivering key activities across multiple locations, including onboarding, training workshops, collective decision-making events, research, design workshops, and Look Back Move Forward sessions, through clear briefings and delivery support.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Ensure local partners utilize available toolkits and guidelines to maintain quality standards. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Lead technical programme delivery, including national trainings for local partners, facilitators and mentors. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Review and approve proposals and CAP applications with the British Council’s Regional MENA Director for Non-Formal Education. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Conduct interviews, evaluations, and support the selection process for facilitators and local partner CSOs (if required). </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Support the delivery of the Youth Thriving Measure (YTM). Coach local partners and facilitators on how to effectively brief programme participants on YTM content and expectations.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Support the British Council NFE team in the planning, management, and delivery of national events, workshops, and training sessions across programme activities, as required.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Support and advise local partner CSOs and mentors in building strong connections between the programme, young people, and key local stakeholders, including government bodies, civil society organisations, and community leaders, to strengthen the impact of young people’s CAPs through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and network support.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><span>Strengthening Partner Capacity </span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Coordinate, mentor, and coach local partners to ensure consistent and effective execution of the learning journey. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Facilitate discussions including lead and deliver national Community of Practice (CoP) Libya and reflection sessions at the country level to track progress and address challenges. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Identify areas where partners/Facilitators or mentors need additional training or support and provide it. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><span>Training Material Development </span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Adapt or develop training materials and toolkits, as required. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Develop necessary templates (e.g., presentations, workshop checklists, etc.). </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Ensure all materials meet branding requirements and include presentations, activity plans, and facilitation guidelines. And local partner and facilitators briefed and inducted on it.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><span>Reporting, Monitoring, and Communications </span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Consolidate quarterly reporting by integrating feedback from partners and facilitators, documenting programme activities, evidence, lessons learned, best practices, and emerging stories from delivery, while providing regular progress updates and key observations to the programme management team.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Attend local partner activities, where feasible, to monitor the quality of implementation and strengthen partner capacity and delivery where needed. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Contribute to quarterly donor progress reports, as required.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><span>Regional Collaboration:</span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Engage in a regional Youth Connect mentors' network to facilitate the sharing of learning and strategies on how to achieve greater impact, while providing updates and lessons learned from the Libya delivery. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Collaborate and assist with assigned regional tasks as required by the regional team.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><span>Assignment Deliverables and Estimated Consultancy Days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Deliverable</span></p><br><br><p><span>Timeline</span></p><br><br><p><span>Expected available days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Lead Master Facilitator and Lead Mentor - Youth Connect Component Delivery</span></p><br><br><p><span>July 2026 – April 2027</span></p><br><br><p><span>100 – 135 </span></p><br><br><p><span>(Varies depending on delivery location, beneficiary profile, programme phase, and the capacity of local partners.)</span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Ongoing facilitation, mentoring, and technical support provided to facilitators, trainers, local partners, mentors, and youth participants throughout the full Youth Connect learning journey, including regular check-ins, weekly follow-up meetings, coaching sessions, feedback, and improvement plans to strengthen delivery quality and consistency. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Co-facilitation, monitoring, and quality assurance of key programme activities across onboarding events, training workshops, youth research stages, mentoring sessions across all youth groups, youth presentations, Collective Decision-Making Events (CDMEs), design workshops, Look Back Move Forward (LBMF) sessions, and Collective Action Project (CAP) implementation across multiple locations. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><p><span>July 26 – Mar 27</span></p><br><br><p><span> Estimated (40 – 55) days </span></p><br><br><p><span>Delivery of national trainings, workshops, and technical briefings for local partners, facilitators, and mentors, including induction on programme toolkits, facilitation guidelines (Including travel days)</span></p><br><br><p><span>Jul– Nov 26</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated (7 – 10) days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Technical leadership provided for programme delivery through the review of training agendas, project documents, action plans, proposals, CAP applications, and programme technical documents, ensuring alignment with Youth Connect methodology, safeguarding, inclusion, and programme quality standards. </span></p><br><br><p><span>July 26 – Feb 27</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated (7 – 10) days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Oversight and Coordination of Key Programme Activities (including the travel days)</span></p><br><br><p><span>July 26 – Jan 27</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated (5 – 7) days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Strengthening of local partner capacity through mentoring, coaching, reflection sessions, and delivery of national Communities of Practice (CoPs), ensuring partners and facilitators are equipped to deliver effective, inclusive, and youth-centred programming. </span></p><br><br><p><span>Jul 26– Feb 27</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated (8 – 12) days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Reviewing and Approval of Proposals and CAP Applications with Regional Leadership</span></p><br><br><p><span>Oct – Nov 26</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated (9 – 13) days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Support for facilitator and local partner recruitment processes, including interviews, evaluations, selection processes, and recommendations where required. </span></p><br><br><p><span>As needed (July– Feb 26)</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated 3 days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Development, adaptation, and review of training materials, presentations, workshop checklists, templates, facilitation guides, and toolkits, ensuring all resources meet British Council branding and quality standards and are effectively communicated to delivery partners. </span></p><br><br><p><span>July 26 – Jan 27</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated (5 – 7) days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Monitoring visits and attendance at local partner activities to assess implementation quality, provide delivery support, strengthen partner performance, and capture evidence, lessons learned, and best practices from programme delivery. </span></p><br><br><p><span>July 26- Feb 27</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated 6 days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Monitoring, Reporting and Documentation</span></p><br><br><p><span>Quarterly (Sep 26, Dec 26, Mar/April 27)</span></p><br><br><p><span>Estimated (5 – 7) days</span></p><br><br><p><span>Active participation in regional Youth Connect mentor networks, national and regional partner meetings, and assigned regional tasks, contributing learning, best practices, and programme updates from Libya to strengthen wider regional delivery.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>Estimated 5 days</span></p><br><br><ol><li><p><span>Fee & expenses</span></p><br><br></li></ol><br><p><span>Please provide Price quotation in (Annex3) Pricing Approach </span></p><br><br><p><span>4.1 Important Note:</span><span> The British Council has an internal daily rate limit. If the selected bidder/consultant proposes a rate exceeding this limit, they will be required to adjust it to align with our internal ceiling rate. Failure to do so will result in disqualification, and we will proceed with the next highest-ranked applicant/consultant.</span></p><br><br><br><p><span>The quotation must remain open for acceptance by the British Council for a minimum of sixty days from the date that it is issued to the British Council in response to the requirement. </span></p><br><br><br><p><span>This role is a daily-rate consultancy contract. Travel expenses will be covered separately. </span></p><br><br><br><p><span>4.2 Working conditions & consultancy details:</span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>The consultant(s) will work from Libya, with intermittent travel to programme locations. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to meet programme-related requirements. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Assignment Period:</span><span>between July 2026 and July 2027, with the number of days per month varying based on delivery phase requirements.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ol><li><p><span><span>Qualifications and </span><span>experience </span><span>required.</span></span></p><br><br></li></ol><br><p><span>5.1 Essential Qualifications and Experience:</span></p><br><br><ul><li><p><span>Minimum of 5 years’ experience designing and delivering training, facilitation, and capacity-building programmes for civil society organisations (CSOs), youth engagement, and community development initiatives across Libya.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Training of Trainers (ToT) certification or diploma from an accredited institution, with a minimum of 5 years of strong practical experience in facilitation, mentoring, coaching, and supporting trainers, facilitators, and local partners. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Strong understanding of civil society organisations and the wider operating context in Libya, with proven experience working across the East, West, and South regions, including local context analysis, stakeholder engagement, regional differences, access challenges, and adaptive programme delivery. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Proven experience in leading participatory training, mentoring, and facilitation within Youth Connect or similar youth development programmes, including work with vulnerable and marginalised groups.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Experience designing facilitator guides, training materials, and programme adaptation tools to support consistent delivery across multiple locations.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Experience in monitoring, evaluation, learning (MEL), reporting, and programme quality assurance, with the ability to support evidence-based delivery and learning.</span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Strong experience and practical expertise in inclusion and supporting the meaningful participation of women, marginalised youth, and vulnerable groups. </span></p><br><br></li></ul><br><ul><li><p><span>Strong knowledge of conflict-sensitive programming, youth-centred approaches, and participatory community development methodologies.</span></p><br><br></li></ul> </div>
<h2 class="h5">Job description</h2>
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Consultancy title National Individual Consultant - Communications Consultant <br> Duty station Tripoli, Libya,with field travels required, including to eastern, southern and western Libya. <br> Duration Four months,subject to funding, operational needs and satisfactory performance. <br> Type of contract Individual Consultant - National Consultancy <br> Supervisor UNFPA Representative with close cooperation with International Programmes Coordinator <br> Working arrangement <p>Full-time equivalent level of effort,based in the UNFPA CountryOffice in Tripoli, Libya; 21.75 working days per month. Field missions and event support may be required, subject to security andoperational clearances.</p><br> <br> Expected start date As soon as possible following completion of the selection process <br> <p><strong>Background and Rationale</strong></p><br> <p>UNFPA is the United Nations reproductive health agency. UNFPA works to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. In Libya, UNFPA supports national and sub-national partners to strengthen integrated reproductive health, protection, population-data and youth-responsive programmes, with particular attention to women, girls, adolescents, young people and vulnerable populations.</p><br> <p>The Libya Country Office works in a complex humanitarian and development environment that requires timely, accurate and conflict-sensitive communication. Effective communications are essential to demonstrate results, strengthen public understanding of UNFPA’s mandate, support evidence-based advocacy, mobilize resources, meet donor visibility commitments, and maintain trusted relationships with government institutions, civil society, youth actors, communities, media, donors, the United Nations Country Team and other partners.</p><br> <p>The Communications Consultant will provide sustained national support to strengthen UNFPA Libya’s strategic positioning and visibility across its programme areas. The consultant will translate technical work and field results into clear, compelling and ethical communications products; maintain digital channels and media engagement; support campaigns, events and senior-level visits; and strengthen systems for planning, content clearance, analytics and asset management.</p><br><br> <p><br><strong>Purpose and objective of the consultancy</strong></p><br> <ol> <li> <p>The overall objective of the consultancy is to support UNFPA Libya in planning and implementing coherent, high-quality and results-focused communications that advance the Country Programme, increase the visibility of UNFPA’s contribution, and engage priority audiences in Arabic and English.</p><br> <p>The specific objectives are to:</p><br> <ul> <li>Develop and implement a communications workplan aligned with UNFPA Libya’s programme, advocacy, partnership and resource-mobilization priorities.</li> <li>Produce timely, accurate and audience-appropriate bilingual communications products that communicate results across sexual and reproductive health, gender-based violence prevention and response, population data, adolescents and youth, and humanitarian action.</li> <li>Strengthen UNFPA Libya’s digital presence, media engagement, donor visibility and support to campaigns, high-level visits and public events.</li> <li>Establish practical systems for content planning and clearance, media monitoring, communications analytics, visual-asset management and institutional memory.</li> <li>Ensure that all communications uphold dignity, informed consent, confidentiality, safeguarding, conflict sensitivity, accessibility and do-no-harm principles.</li> </ul></li> </ol> <p><strong>Scope of work</strong></p><br> <p>Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Representative and with the close coordination with the International Programme Coordinator or designated Programme Lead, the consultant will undertake the following functions:</p><br> <ol> <li>Strategic communications planning and positioning</li> </ol> <ul> <li>Prepare, regularly update and support implementation of the Country Office communications plan, editorial calendar, audience priorities and performance framework.</li> <li>Advise the Representative and senior management on strategic messaging, positioning, communications opportunities and reputational considerations related to UNFPA’s mandate and programme results.</li> <li>Translate Country Programme priorities, donor-funded results and field evidence into clear communications objectives, key messages and audience-specific products.</li> <li>Develop communications and visibility approaches for priority programme initiatives, including national policy processes, campaigns, launches, international days, field missions and high-level visits.</li> <li>Maintain an efficient internal workflow for requesting, drafting, reviewing, clearing, publishing and archiving communications products.</li> </ul> <p>2. Editorial content, storytelling and senior-management support</p><br> <ul> <li>Draft, edit, proofread and adapt high-quality materials in Arabic and English, including press releases, web stories, human-interest stories, social-media copy, speeches, talking points, briefing notes, fact sheets, brochures, newsletters, campaign materials, donor updates and annual reporting inputs.</li> <li>Work with programme and field colleagues and implementing partners to identify strong, evidence-based human-interest stories that demonstrate results and centre the voices, agency and dignity of women, girls, adolescents, young people and affected communities.</li> <li>Prepare communications and background materials for the Representative, senior UNFPA officials, donors, media and other special-interest groups, including support before and during missions and visits.</li> <li>Ensure technical accuracy, consistent messaging and plain-language presentation of sensitive subjects, including sexual and reproductive health and rights, maternal health, gender-based violence, youth participation, population data, displacement and humanitarian needs.</li> <li>Coordinate translation, editing and quality assurance of externally produced or partner-submitted materials before public release.</li> </ul> <p>3. Digital communications and channel management</p><br> <ul> <li>Manage and regularly update UNFPA Libya’s website and social-media channels with relevant, timely and engaging content, in accordance with corporate guidance and approved access arrangements.</li> <li>Plan digital campaigns and content series; adapt products to platform-specific formats; and use accessible practices such as subtitles, accurate captions, descriptive text and readable graphics where appropriate.</li> <li>Monitor audience engagement and channel performance, identify trends and opportunities, and provide practical recommendations to improve reach, relevance and engagement.</li> </ul><br> <ul> <li>Maintain an up-to-date digital content calendar and coordinate inputs from programme, operations, monitoring, field and management colleagues. <ul> <li>Monitor digital conversations, misinformation and emerging issues relevant to UNFPA’s mandate and promptly alert the supervisor to potential communications or reputational risks.</li> </ul></li> </ul> <p>4. Media relations, campaigns, events and partnerships</p><br> <ul> <li>Develop and maintain constructive working relationships with national and local media, journalists, photographers, content producers and other communications partners.</li> <li>Maintain an updated media map and contact database and support targeted dissemination of press releases, statements, invitations and advocacy materials.</li> <li>Monitor relevant mainstream and online media coverage and provide concise alerts, summaries and recommendations to the Country Office.</li> <li>Support the planning and delivery of media engagements, press events, programme launches, donor visibility moments, campaigns, international days, public events and high-level visits.</li> <li>Contribute actively to joint United Nations communications initiatives, including coordination with the UN Communications Group and relevant regional or headquarters communications teams.</li> <li>Support procurement-related technical inputs and quality assurance for communications services and products, ensuring cost-effectiveness, brand compliance and timely delivery within the consultant’s delegated role.</li> </ul> <p>5. Photography, videography, graphic content and asset management</p><br> <ul> <li>Provide high-quality photography and short-form videography for UNFPA events, programme activities and field missions, and edit or retouch material for appropriate public use.</li> <li>Develop or adapt simple, professional graphics and multimedia products and coordinate with specialized designers, photographers, videographers and production companies when required.</li> <li>Support planning and logistics for photography and film assignments, including shot lists, interview preparation, consent processes, captions, metadata and safe storage.</li> <li>Establish and maintain an organized, searchable communications archive covering publications, press releases, media coverage, photographs, videos, designs, source files, consent records and final approved products.</li> <li>Ensure that the use of images and personal stories complies with UNFPA standards on informed consent, safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection and protection-sensitive communication.</li> </ul> <p>6. Monitoring, reporting and communications capacity</p><br> <ul> <li>Track implementation of the communications plan and report regularly on outputs, reach, engagement, media uptake, campaign performance, lessons learned and recommended adjustments.</li> <li>Maintain clear evidence of publication and visibility and provide communications inputs to donor reports, proposals, situation reports, annual reports, results summaries and resource-mobilization materials.</li> <li>Support programme and partner colleagues to improve the quality of stories, photographs, captions, visibility materials and communications requests through practical guidance, templates and short coaching sessions.</li> <li>Perform other relevant communications tasks requested by the supervisor and consistent with the purpose, level and duration of the consultancy.</li> </ul> <p>Expected deliverables and payment schedule</p><br> <ol> <li> <p>The consultant will work full-time (21.75 days per month). Payments will be made monthly upon satisfactory completion and approval of the agreed outputs and performance report by UNFPA. The indicative product mix may be adjusted to reflect operational needs, emerging priorities and the final contracting modality, while preserving the overall scope and accountability of the assignment.</p><br> <p>Working arrangements and methodology</p><br> <ul> <li>The consultant will be based at UNFPA Offices in Tripoli, Libya and will work closely with the UNFPA Libya programme, monitoring, operations and field teams, as well as implementing partners and relevant external stakeholders.</li> </ul></li> </ol><br><ul> <li>The consultant is expected to combine strategic planning, regular editorial production, field engagement, event coverage, channel management, media monitoring, analytics and coordination. <ul> <li>Travel to municipalities and field locations, including in eastern, southern and western Libya, may be required subject to UN security procedures, operational clearance, availability of resources and prior authorization by UNFPA.</li> <li>Official travel associated with the assignment will be authorized and arranged in accordance with applicable UNFPA duty-travel policies and procedures.</li> <li>All final public products must be cleared through the agreed UNFPA approval process before publication or dissemination. The consultant may not issue public statements, speak on behalf of UNFPA or commit the organization externally unless specifically authorized.</li> <li>All core deliverables must be available in English. Public-facing products will be prepared in Arabic and/or English according to audience and channel requirements, with high-quality editing and translation.</li> <li>The consultant will not exercise supervisory authority over UNFPA personnel or implementing partners and will not approve expenditures. Any technical role in communications procurement or production will remain subject to UNFPA procedures and delegated authority.</li> </ul></li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications and Experience: </strong></p><br><p><strong>Education: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>A first-level university degree in communications, journalism, public information, media studies, digital communications, political science, international relations or another relevant field is required.</li> <li>An advanced university degree in a communications-related field is a strong asset.</li></ul><p><strong>Knowledge and Experience: </strong></p><br> <ul> <li> <ul> <li>A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience at national or international level in communications, public information, journalism, digital media, multimedia production or a related field</li> </ul> <br></li> <li>Demonstrated experience producing high-quality communications materials for different audiences and formats, including web, social media, print, campaigns and public events. <ul> <li>Proven bilingual writing, editing and storytelling experience in Arabic and English, supported by relevant samples.</li> <li>Proven experience in photography, videography and/or graphic design, supported by a portfolio or comparable evidence of previous work.</li> <li>Experience managing social-media channels, website content, digital campaigns and communications analytics.</li> <li>Good knowledge of the Libyan institutional, media, civil-society and sub-national context, including sensitivity to regional and conflict dynamics.</li> <li>Previous experience with a United Nations entity, international development or humanitarian organization, government institution or civil-society organization is an asset but is not required.</li> <li>Knowledge of and experience incontext and gender-sensitive reporting, including communicating on sexual and reproductive health, gender-based violence, gender equality, adolescents and youth, population data or humanitarian action is highly desirable.</li> </ul></li> <li> <ul> <li>Excellent writing, editing, interviewing, storytelling and message-development skills, with strong attention to detail and factual accuracy.</li> <li>Proficiency in current office applications, social-media platforms, content-management systems and digital analytics tools.</li> <li>Working ability with commonly used photography, video-editing and graphic-design software. Familiarity with tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Canva or equivalent applications is an asset.</li> <li>Strong organizational and project-management skills, including the ability to handle competing priorities, respond quickly to emerging needs and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Sound judgment in handling sensitive information, protection risks, consent, reputational considerations and communications involving vulnerable people.</li> <li>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with government, media, civil society, communities, donors, UN agencies and colleagues from different technical backgrounds.</li> </ul> <br></li> </ul><br><p><strong>Languages: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>Fluency in Arabic and English, written and spoken, is required.</li> <li>Ability to draft clear, accurate and audience-appropriate public communications in both languages is required.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Competencies: </strong></p><br><p><strong>Values:</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Exemplifying integrity, </li> <li>Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, </li> <li>Embracing cultural diversity, </li> <li>Embracing change</li></ul><p><strong>Core Competencies: </strong></p><br><ul> <li>Achieving results,</li> <li>Being accountable,</li> <li>Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,</li> <li>Thinking analytically and strategically,</li> <li>Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,</li></ul><p><strong>Functional Competencies:</strong></p><br><ul> <li>Strategic communications planning and implementation.</li> <li>Bilingual writing, editing, storytelling and public information.</li> <li>Digital communications, social media, website management and analytics.</li> <li>Media relations, campaign management and event communications.</li> <li>Photography, videography, visual storytelling and asset management.</li> <li>Protection-sensitive, gender-responsive, conflict-sensitive and ethical communication.</li> <li>Partnership building, donor visibility and inter-agency coordination.</li></ul>Application requirements<ul> <li>Updated CV or P11 demonstrating relevant communications, digital-media, editorial, photography, videography, design and stakeholder-engagement experience.</li> <li>Motivation note demonstrating understanding of the assignment and the proposed approach to delivering the consultancy scope.</li> <li>Portfolio or links to relevant work. Applicants should include representative bilingual writing samples and evidence of photography, videography, graphic design and/or digital campaign work.</li> <li>Financial proposal indicating the daily or monthly consultancy fee, as required by the procurement process.</li> <li>At least two professional references.</li></ul><br> </div>