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National Individual Consultancy for the development of the regulatory framework on tutorship and guardianship

Chisinau

  • Organization: UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund
  • Location: Chisinau
  • Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Public Policy and Administration
    • Children's rights (health and protection)
  • Closing Date: Closed

UNICEF Moldova is seeking to contract a National Individual Consultant, to conduct a review of laws and regulations related to guardianship, tutorship, legal representation and legal responsibility in the Republic of Moldova and to develop a Regulation on tutorship and guardianship of the child and, if relevant, propose updates to other relevant regulatory documents.

UNICEF’s mission in Moldova is to make sure every child in the country is healthy, educated and safe from harm, therefore having the best start in life and a fair chance to reach her or his full potential and benefit from the country’s prosperity. We believe children have a right to live in a more equitable society, where their voices are heard, and needs met as a matter of priority in line with the Sustainable Development Goals. More information on what we do in Moldova is available at: https://www.unicef.org/moldova/

How can you make a difference?

1. Purpose of assignment

This consultancy is aimed at developing a comprehensive Regulation on tutorship and guardianship of the child in accordance with the newly adopted legislation. Relevant international standards, with focus on ensuring the wellbeing and the best interests of the child in the legal representation, custody and legal responsibility, will be duly considered along with the findings and recommendations of the above-mentioned UNICEF supported exercises. The draft regulatory framework will be consulted with MHLSP and will be subject to a validation meeting with relevant stakeholders.

2. Objectives of the consultancy

The objectives of this consultancy are to conduct a review of laws and regulations related to guardianship, tutorship, legal representation and legal responsibility in the Republic of Moldova and to develop a Regulation on tutorship and guardianship of the child and, if relevant, propose updates to other relevant regulatory documents.

3. Details of how the work should be delivered

It is estimated that the work will be conducted over a period of three months, beginning in March 2021.

To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the consultant will:

1.    Work closely with UNICEF and MHLSP;

 

2. Conduct a comprehensive desk review of existing national laws and regulations on guardianship, trusteeship, legal representation and legal responsibility;

 

3. Develop a draft Regulation on tutorship and guardianship of the child;

 

4. Facilitate consultations and validation meetings with UNICEF, MHLSP and other relevant stakeholders in order to submit the draft Regulation and propose updates to other relevant regulatory documents for formal approval (if required).

4. Working arrangements and reporting requirements

The consultant will report to the UNICEF Moldova Child Protection Specialist, who will regularly communicate with the consultant and provide feedback and guidance on his/her performance and will provide necessary support to achieve objectives of the consultancy, as well as will be kept abreast of any potential risks or challenges related to consultant’s performance and quality of work.

All activities and deliverables undertaken by the consultant shall be discussed and planned in consultation with UNICEF. The consultant is expected to deliver each component of the workplan electronically (Word format) in Romanian. At each stage, the deliverable shall be sent to the Child Protection Specialist by email, with UNICEF Deputy Representative in copy.

5. Support provided by UNICEF

UNICEF will regularly communicate with the specialist and provide feedback and guidance and necessary support so to achieve objectives of the work, as intervene in identifying solutions to challenges, including pertaining to performance and quality of work. UNICEF will share an initial package of relevant documents and available research, and an initial list of relevant experts and counterparts to work with. UNICEF will also request relevant data – as agreed upon with the consultant – from relevant Government counterparts

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have:

  • Advanced University Degree in Law, Social Sciences or Human Rights;
  • At least 5 years of progressive experience related to the field of expertise, which will include at least two years of experience in child protection;
  • Strong knowledge and experience in legal frameworks on guardianship, trusteeship, legal representation and legal responsibility;
  • Demonstrated capacity to analyse legal and regulatory documents and formulate legal and regulatory recommendations (sharing two samples of/links to analyses and recommendations developed for relevant institutions);
  • Excellent communication, presentation, teamwork and cooperation skills;
  • Excellent command of Romanian language, both oral and written;
  • Working knowledge, both oral and written, of English is a minimum requirement, good command of English is a strong asset;
  • Working knowledge of Russian will be considered an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate:

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

For more details on deliverables and minimum requirements, please refer to attached Terms of reference (ToR)

Download File TOR individual consultancy tutorship, guardianship, custody_VA.pdf

HOW TO APPLY: Your online application should contain two separate attachments: Technical Proposal and Financial Proposal (templates below). Please secure the Financial Proposal *.pdf document with a password on document view; the password will be requested only from technically qualified candidates.

Download File Technical Offer_Tutorship.docx

Download File Financial Ofer_Tutorship.xlsx

Applications for this assignment must be received no later than: 16 March 2021

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Remarks: Individual Consultants and Contractors are responsible for paying own taxes derived from the earnings received from UNICEF.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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