CONCORD is seeking to recruit consultants based in Paraguay, Burkina Faso, South Africa and Bangladesh to conduct research into programmes of the European Union (EU) as well as EU Member States in the country that have contributed or are contributing to the reduction of inequalities.

CONCORD is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, colour, religion and belief, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are made entirely on merit. All qualified applicants are strongly encouraged to apply regardless of their national origin, race, color, disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or age.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

We believe that identifying such inspiring practices with the help of our partners worldwide is a key next step to persuade the EU and EU Member States to take further action. Because the concept of inequalities is complex, we want to show them, with concrete examples and based on stories, how that can be done in ways that adequately address the lived experiences of inequalities in partner countries, adopting, as much as possible, a multidimensional and intersectional approach.
In order to achieve so, we are looking for four skilled consultants based in Paraguay, Burkina Faso, South Africa and Bangladesh who will conduct research to help us deliver a collection of four compelling, concise, eye-catching, case studies. They will each identify and analyse three to four inspiring, recent or ongoing EU and EU Member State international cooperation programmes with demonstrated impact or strong potential impact on the reduction of inequalities in their country.
These case studies will reflect the realities and the views of partners in the four countries. To do so, the consultants will help CONCORD set up one advisory group of partners in each country. Moreover, they will support CONCORD to conduct one study visit per country to complement and complete their research work and ensure a strong connection with partners.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

The consultant is expected to have:

Essential:

? Proven understanding and knowledge of:
– Inequalities with a multidimensional and intersectional focus and how to address them through (international) cooperation;
– Gender equality and mainstreaming it in policy and programme analysis;
– EU international cooperation policies, programmes and funding; knowledge of cooperation policies of EU Member States would be a plus.
? Based in and with excellent knowledge of the social reality of Paraguay, Burkina Faso, South Africa or Bangladesh;
? Excellent knowledge of the landscape of civil society organisations in the country;
? Good English writing and speaking skills; ability to write about complex issues in an engaging manner.

Desirable:

? Excellent professional references.
? Proof of similar pieces of work conducted.
? Experience researching international cooperation programmes;
? Experience conducting case-studies and study visits;
? Experience working with partners from other countries and regions.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

To apply for this post, please upload the following documents by Thursday 5 May 2022, 23:59 Brussels time through CONCORD's portal: https://concordeurope.org/vacancies/call-for-consultants-case-study-research-international-cooperation-on-the-reduction-of-inequalities/
? A CV outlining your relevant expertise for this assignment;
? A short proposal (max 1 page) on how you will undertake the research (work plan, methodology) and a price quote (budget);
? Professional references and/or proofs of similar consultancy work undertaken;
? Please include ‘CONCORD case studies consultant + the country you are based in (Paraguay, Burkina Faso, South Africa or Bangladesh) + your name’ in the subject of the email.

If you have any questions, you may contact Borja Arrue and Martina Ponziani.