Consultant on evaluation of risks of abuse and violence

Develop and implement evaluation methodologies for risk of violence in institutions.

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Application deadline 2 years ago: Tuesday 26 Mar 2024 at 03:59 UTC

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Overview

Develop and implement evaluation methodologies for risk of violence in institutions.

You have:

  • First degree in social science, law, human rights or other relevant discipline.
  • At least 5 years of professional experience at the national level in human rights work, social assistance work, sociology, etc.
  • At least 2 years of professional work experience in conducting evaluations and developing interventions in the field of prevention of violence and abuse.
  • Strong familiarity with the national policies in the field of the rights of persons with disabilities and preventing and combating violence and abuse.
  • Experience of work with Central Public Authorities and subordinated agencies/institutions.
  • Fluency in oral and written Romanian.
  • Working knowledge of English would be an asset.

Contract

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Result of Service

Develop and pilot the methodology for evaluation of risks of abuse and violence within the 6 Temporary Placement Center for Persons with Intellectual and Psychosocial Disabilities

Work Location

Moldova

Expected duration

01 April-31July 2024

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Develop the methodology for evaluation of risks, including risks of violence and abuse withing the Temporary Placement Centers for Persons with Intellectual and Psychosocial Disabilities; 2. Evaluate of 6 Temporary Placement Centers for Persons with Intellectual and Psycho-social Disabilities through the application of the developed risk evaluation methodology and development of the institutions report outlining the main challenges and needs for interventions for risk reduction; 3. Provide support in developing the program for risk reduction and management of cases of violence and abuse and increasing the quality of interventions within the Placement Centers.

Qualifications/special skills

First degree in social science, law, human rights or other relevant discipline; At least 5 years of professional experience at the national level in human rights work, social assistance work, sociology, etc.; At least 2 years of professional work experience in conducting evaluations and developing interventions in the field of prevention of violence and abuse. • A strong familiarity with the national policies in the field of the rights of persons with disabilities and preventing and combating violence and abuse. • Experience of work with Central Public Authorities and subordinated agencies/institutions.

Languages

• Fluency in oral and written Romanian. • Working knowledge of English would be an asset.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience in developing methodologies for evaluation? The interviewer wants to gauge your direct experience with methodology development. Highlight specific projects where you designed and implemented evaluation methodologies.
What strategies would you use to evaluate risks of abuse in a facility? This assesses your understanding of risk assessment in sensitive environments. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a successful intervention you've implemented? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with national policies in your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What role do you believe community engagement plays in preventing abuse and violence? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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