“Realizing Gender Equality and Attitudinal Change for Transformative Systems in Nutrition
(REACTS-IN)- Somalia”
Individual Consultant
The consultant will be responsible for:
· Developing a comprehensive assessment protocol that outlines the overall design, conceptual framework, methodology, data sources, data collection methods, and analytical approach for assessing health system responsiveness at sub-national level, in close consultation with World Vision Somalia (WVS).
· Designing and adapting data collection tools and methodological approaches to assess health system inputs, processes, and outputs related to nutrition, health, and SRHR service delivery, ensuring alignment with REACTS-IN objectives and the Somali sub-national context.
· Ensuring that all assessment tools and approaches are gender-responsive, adolescent-sensitive, and rights-based, with specific attention to barriers faced by women, adolescent girls, and other marginalized groups.
· Preparing all required documentation to support ethical review and approval processes, as applicable, and ensuring that the assessment adheres to World Vision’s ethical research, safeguarding, and data protection standards.
· Addressing any feedback or revisions required by World Vision or relevant ethical review bodies in a timely manner to enable smooth implementation of the assessment.
· Conducting stakeholder mapping and leading structured consultations with key sub-national stakeholders, including District Health Management Teams (DHMTs), health facility managers, frontline health workers, implementing partners and other relevant actors.
· Leading and coordinating primary data collection activities at sub-national level, including key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and other agreed qualitative and/or quantitative methods, in close collaboration with the WVS REACTS-IN team.
· Providing orientation and technical guidance to any locally engaged team members supporting data collection, as required, to ensure consistent understanding of tools, methodology, and ethical standards.
· Implementing quality assurance and quality control measures throughout the data collection process to ensure accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data, and making necessary adjustments where gaps or weaknesses are identified.
· Synthesizing and analyzing data to identify systemic gaps, bottlenecks, strengths, and opportunities affecting health system responsiveness, including health workforce capacity and professional development needs at sub-national level.
· Translating assessment findings into clear, evidence-based conclusions and actionable recommendations that are realistic and feasible within sub-national institutional, policy, and resource constraints.
· Developing advocacy-oriented products, such as policy briefs, slide decks, or key messages, to support evidence-based dialogue and engagement with sub-national government authorities and other decision-makers.
· Supporting World Vision Somalia in advocacy and learning processes by presenting findings, responding to technical questions, and contributing to discussions aimed at strengthening health system responsiveness.
· Preparing a comprehensive final report documenting the assessment methodology, stakeholder engagement process, key findings, conclusions, and recommendations, as well as lessons learned.
· Maintaining regular communication with World Vision Somalia throughout the consultancy period and ensuring timely submission of all agreed deliverables.
· Master degree in Public Health, Human Nutrition, Epidemiology, or other related fields.
· Minimum of 7 years of experience specifically in data collection for evaluation studies, preferably for international non-profit organizations or multilateral agencies focusing on nutrition, SRHR, WASH, gender, and related fields.
· Demonstrated experience conducting health systems reviews, including assessment of system performance, service delivery, and health system gender responsiveness.
· Similar experience in data analysis and interpretation to support evidence-based planning and decision-making.
· Proven track record in managing and executing large-scale data collection projects.
· Proficiency in using statistical software (e.g., SPSS, R, STATA, or Python) and experience in managing complex datasets.
· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective coordination with local teams and stakeholders.
· Ability and experience of training high performing teams for such projects.
· Fluent in Somali and English languages.
· Experience in fragile or conflict-affected contexts.
APPLICATION PACKAGE
Interested consultants are requested to submit:
1. Letter of Interest: Please submit a letter expressing your interest in the consultancy within five business days of this announcement. consultants will receive the Terms of Reference in a timely manner to give them the details of the consultancy requirements.
2. Proposal: Once received the ToR, consultants are requested to submit a proposal within the deadline announced, not exceeding seven pages, based on the following outline:
I. Executive Summary (1 page)
Brief overview of the consultancy firm and its qualifications.
· Summary of the proposal’s main points, highlighting the consultant's unique value proposition and understanding of the project requirements.
II. Project Scope and Objectives (0.5 pages)
· Concise description of the consultant's understanding of the project's aims and the context in Somalia.
· Confirmation of the methodology and tools provided by WVS and the consultant’s readiness to
implement them.
III. Methodology and Implementation Plan (2 pages)
· Brief explanation of how the methodology and tools outlined in the ToR will be applied in the field.
· Steps for adapting the methodology to local conditions, if necessary.
· Description of the data collection process, including timelines for each type of data gathering.
· Quality assurance practices to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
IV. Team and Management Structure (1 page)
· Overview of the project team, including key personnel and their roles.
· Brief bios highlighting relevant experience and qualifications for key team members.
· Organizational chart showing the reporting and communication lines (if available).
V. Ethical Considerations (1 page)
· Identification of potential risks and challenges associated with the data collection process.
· Strategies for mitigating these risks, particularly those related to security and data integrity.
· Detailed ethical considerations
VI. Work Plan and Timeline (1 page)
· Gantt chart or similar visual timeline showing major activities and milestones.
· Critical dates and deadlines for key deliverables throughout the data collection project.
VII. Financial Proposal (0.5 pages)
· Summary of the budget, categorizing major expense areas such as personnel, travel, and equipment.
· Justification for the budget, and how it is calculated.
Application Process
All interested bidders/consultants are requested to submit their requests via email recruitsomo@wvi.org on or before 5th February 2026.
Only applications with the following subject will be considered ‘’ Application for “Realizing Gender Equality and Attitudinal Change for Transformative Systems in Nutrition
(REACTS-IN)- Somalia”
Bids received after deadline shall not be considered.
APPLICATION PACKAGE
Interested consultants are requested to submit:
1. Letter of Interest: Please submit a letter expressing your interest in the consultancy within five business days of this announcement. consultants will receive the Terms of Reference in a timely manner to give them the details of the consultancy requirements.
2. Proposal: Once received the ToR, consultants are requested to submit a proposal within the deadline announced, not exceeding seven pages, based on the following outline:
I. Executive Summary (1 page)
Brief overview of the consultancy firm and its qualifications.
· Summary of the proposal’s main points, highlighting the consultant's unique value proposition and understanding of the project requirements.
II. Project Scope and Objectives (0.5 pages)
· Concise description of the consultant's understanding of the project's aims and the context in Somalia.
· Confirmation of the methodology and tools provided by WVS and the consultant’s readiness to
implement them.
III. Methodology and Implementation Plan (2 pages)
· Brief explanation of how the methodology and tools outlined in the ToR will be applied in the field.
· Steps for adapting the methodology to local conditions, if necessary.
· Description of the data collection process, including timelines for each type of data gathering.
· Quality assurance practices to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
IV. Team and Management Structure (1 page)
· Overview of the project team, including key personnel and their roles.
· Brief bios highlighting relevant experience and qualifications for key team members.
· Organizational chart showing the reporting and communication lines (if available).
V. Ethical Considerations (1 page)
· Identification of potential risks and challenges associated with the data collection process.
· Strategies for mitigating these risks, particularly those related to security and data integrity.
· Detailed ethical considerations
VI. Work Plan and Timeline (1 page)
· Gantt chart or similar visual timeline showing major activities and milestones.
· Critical dates and deadlines for key deliverables throughout the data collection project.
VII. Financial Proposal (0.5 pages)
· Summary of the budget, categorizing major expense areas such as personnel, travel, and equipment.
· Justification for the budget, and how it is calculated.
Application Process
All interested bidders/consultants are requested to submit their requests via email recruitsomo@wvi.org on or before 5th February 2026.
Only applications with the following subject will be considered ‘’ Application for “Realizing Gender Equality and Attitudinal Change for Transformative Systems in Nutrition
(REACTS-IN)- Somalia”
Bids received after deadline shall not be considered.
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