Business and Human Rights Advisor

Expected results are as follow: - Improved understanding of relevant stakeholders with regards to the extent to which the reform addresses the gaps identified in the study, including contractual precariousness, misuse of fixed-term contracts, and subcontracting practices. - Identification of short-term contractual and organizational adjustments in the textile sector in Monastir. - Identification of emerging risks of circumvention or unintended effects of the Labour Code reform. - Identification of the institutional and sectoral conditions necessary to ensure effective implementation of the reform. - Strengthened dialogue among public institutions, private sector actors, trade unions, civil society, and international development partners. 

Tunis

17 April to 8 May

The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks: - Conducting research and analysis: Carry out a desk review of the Labour Code reform, analyse its implications in light of the findings of the Monastir study, conduct a limited number of qualitative interviews (5–7) with relevant stakeholders (civil society, experts, companies, labour inspectors), and identify emerging trends, sectoral adjustments, and potential risks. - Drafting the policy brief: Prepare a concise and analytical policy brief (in French) presenting key findings, emerging dynamics, risks of circumvention, and actionable recommendations. - Presenting and facilitating discussions: Present the policy brief during a roundtable and facilitate discussions, including a Q&A session and interactive exchanges. - Drafting the activity report: Prepare a comprehensive report summarizing the workshop proceedings, key discussion points, conclusions, and recommendations.

Consultant for the preparation and presentation of a policy brief on the “Early effects of the Labour Code reform in the textile and garment sector in Monastir” Background The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Tunisia is commissioning a policy brief to examine the early effects, emerging dynamics, and potential risks associated with the implementation of labor law reforms, using the textile and garment sector in Monastir as a case study. The policy brief will provide a targeted, qualitative and forward-looking analysis to inform ongoing policy discussions and support effective implementation of the reform, while also equipping civil society with evidence-based analysis to engage in policy dialogue and monitor the implementation of the Labour Code reform. Objective The objective of this consultancy is to produce and present a targeted policy brief analysing the early effects, anticipated dynamics, and systemic risks associated with the implementation of the Labour Code reform in Tunisia, focusing in the textile and garment sector in Monastir, equipping institutional stakeholders, companies and civil society actors with evidence-based analysis to engage in policy dialogue and monitor the implementation of the Labour Code reform. The consultancy also aims to contribute to informed, inclusive, and evidence-based dialogue during the presentation of the policy brief. Scope of work The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks: - Conducting research and analysis: Carry out a desk review of the Labour Code reform, analyse its implications in light of the findings of the Monastir study, conduct a limited number of qualitative interviews (5–7) with relevant stakeholders (civil society, experts, companies, labour inspectors), and identify emerging trends, sectoral adjustments, and potential risks. - Drafting the policy brief: Prepare a concise and analytical policy brief (in French) presenting key findings, emerging dynamics, risks of circumvention, and actionable recommendations. - Presenting and facilitating discussions: Present the policy brief during a roundtable and facilitate discussions, including a Q&A session and interactive exchanges. - Drafting the activity report: Prepare a comprehensive report summarizing the workshop proceedings, key discussion points, conclusions, and recommendations. Expected results The recruited consultant will ensure the following key outcomes: - Improved understanding of relevant stakeholders with regards to the extent to which the reform addresses the gaps identified in the study, including contractual precariousness, misuse of fixed-term contracts, and subcontracting practices. - dentification of short-term contractual and organizational adjustments in the textile sector in Monastir. - Identification of emerging risks of circumvention or unintended effects of the Labour Code reform. - Identification of the institutional and sectoral conditions necessary to ensure effective implementation of the reform. Strengthened dialogue among public institutions, private sector actors, trade unions, civil society, and international development partners. Timeframe The duration of the assignment will be for a total of fifteen (15) working days, including one (1) day for the presentation of the brief which will take place on the 5th of May. The assignment is from 17 April to 8 May.   Qualifications The required qualifications for the consultants are the following: - Degree in social sciences, economics, or related field. - Five years of experience in economic, social and cultural rights is required, preferably in relation to the textile sector. - Excellent knowledge of Arabic and French. - Proven experience in research and analysis. Duty Station or Location of Assignment  The duty station of the assignment is Tunis, Tunisia. The recruited consultant will be locally hired. They will attend the event in Tunis on 5 May 2026.   Five years of experience in economic, social and cultural rights Additional experience in textile work in desirable.

The consultant should be fluent in Arabic and French

Not available.

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