Call for Application
- Call for Application Number:SRD-CfW/0233/23
- Title: Consultant-Feasibility Study on Establishment of a Manufacturing for Brands Programme in Jordan
- Duty Station of the Consultancy:Hybrid (Home-based & in the filed)
- Duration of Consultancy:3 months
According to international standards, destination countries are expected to secure no less favorable treatment to refugee workers in a regular situation as compared to Jordanians and to enhance cooperation between stakeholders and to provide guidance on general protection measures. SRD Center highlights that migrant workers and their families should enjoy the same treatment with regards social security and rights to work.
The ILO 1998 Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work also states that all workers, including refugees and migrant workers, should benefit from the basic rights envisioned within the eight fundamental right ILO Conventions, namely freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining; the elimination of all forms of forced or compulsory labour; the effective abolition of child labour; the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation; and a safe and healthy working environment.
Nature of the consultancy:
The general objective of this activity is to conduct two feasibility studies on the establishment of new facilities in the QIZ areas (free zones) in Jordan in order to produce brand products through investing in the labor force that available in Jordan. The study will include the production of water piping, pumping, and storage tank through partnership with Williams Industrial Services Group Inc and VLN King and VLN Menthol King through partnership with 22nd Century Group.
Background and Introduction:
Key Areas of Assessment:
- Legal, Policy and Institutional Framework
- Socioeconomic Conditions
- Service Provision
- Gender Analysis
- Stakeholder Engagement: Assess the roles and responsibilities of relevant stakeholders, including the governmental institutions, civil society organizations, and international partners (Williams Industrial Services Group and 22nd Century Group) and determine their willingness and capacity to support the establishment of the facilities.
- Financial Sustainability and profitability
- Roadmap for the establishment of the planned facilities in Jordan.
Education, Experience and/or skills required:
Education
- Post-graduate or equivalent degree in Law, Public Policy and Management, Public Administration, Human Rights, Development Studies, International Development, or any other relevant university degree.
Technical experience/competencies
- Minimum international work experience of 5 – 10 years.
- Demonstrable technical experience in the field of training, migration management, migration policy, labour migration and human mobility, mixed migration, diaspora and development, and return/reintegration.
- Familiarity and demonstrated experience with gender issues in the context of human mobility in Jordan.
- In-depth knowledge of contemporary labour migration dynamics / migration and development issues in Jordan and other regions.
- Proven substantial involvement in conducting needs assessment and developing training modules/curriculum, training materials etc.
- Demonstrated experience and skills in facilitating stakeholder/working group consultations and trainings.
- Knowledge of global, continental, and regional policies, laws and initiatives regarding labour migration, migration, and mobility.
Skill
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills; ability to think critically and creatively;
- Skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing;
- Attention to detail and highly organized, collaborative, and team-oriented;
- High levels of proficiency with Microsoft Excel; proficiency with PowerPoint and Word;
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, tasks efficiently.
Language
- Fluency in English is required for this consultancy service.
How to apply:
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