Specific Objectives of the ConsultancyThe purpose of this consultancy is to:Adapt the qualitative research framework and toolkit to the country's context, ensuring participatory child-centred research methods are usedOrganise data collection in compliance with the set quality and ethical criteriaProduce a country findings reportDeliverables:Inception report including an updated country context analysis, research approach, framework, including ethical guidance and toolkit in English, and a data collection plan with the relevant stakeholdersDraft country results and findings reportFinal country results and findings reportFindings presentationsTime period and Geographical area:The assignment will start in May 2024 and is expected to be completed by September 2024.The consultant must be based in Kenya, preferably in Nairobi, Kisumu or Kilifi (project sites).Scope of workDevelopment of research framework and ethical approval - May 2024Suggest and integrate relevant adjustments in the research toolkit:3 daysSuggest and integrate relevant adjustments in the research toolkit:3 daysPilot of tools and data collection - June, July 2024Submit an inception country report including an updated country context analysis, research approach, framework, including ethical guidance and toolkit in local language whenever appropriate, and a data collection plan with the relevant stakeholders i.e. target group, sampling framework, schedule and conduct data collection activities e.g. interviews/focus group discussions:3 daysPilot research toolkit and proceed to adjustments in collaboration with the child advisory group:2 daysCoordinate and conduct data collection e.g. interviews and focus group discussions in compliance with quality and ethical standards:10 daysManage data following standards set in the General Data Protection Regulation:2 daysAnalyse data using analytical framework discussed/developed with/by the Lead:5 daysProduce a country findings report - August 2024Submit a draft country results and findings report and a summary slide presentation:8 daysConduct validation activities with research participants in collaboration with the child advisory group:2 daysSubmit a final country results and findings report, integrating the feedback received from TdH NL and research participants:1 dayHandover all collected personal information and data to TdH NL:1 dayQualificationsMasters degree in anthropology, sociology, development studies, childhood development, international human rights law, adolescent health or education, or other relevant field.At least five years of qualitative research experience, including participatory and child-centred methodsPrevious experience with undertaking qualitative data collection and analysis on an issue related to child protection, children's rights, violence against childrenUnderstanding on issues related to Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation, including technology-facilitated CSEAExcellent ability to communicate and write both in English and KiswahiliExperience working with diverse workforcesExperience in working as part of a research teamWorking knowledge of research ethics, including informed consent, data confidentiality, do no harm, child safeguarding etc.Demonstrated commitment to and capacity to implement a research project in compliance with TdH NL's key principles: Children at the centre, Intersectionality and power awareness, Safety and Wellbeing
