VA Extended: National Individual consultancy for carrying out a national mapping of the general education institutions and establishing priority response criteria for the equipment, Moldova
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Purpose of the assignment To have more details please refer to the attached TOR TOR Mapping_ICT_equipment_11.07.2023.docx
The purpose of this consultancy is to carry out a national (deficit) mapping of educational institutions, develop recommendations for the improvement of data collection of ICT equipment in EMIS and establish priority response criteria for the equipment for each level of education and type of unit.
The analysis at the national level will determine the existent needs in terms of ICT, including the needs already met, as well as the provision and maintenance of ICT. This will help better understand the extent to which the education system is serving the needs of all children and will further inform MER and UNICEF on the development of a prioritized approach for ICT provision. Also, the consultant will elaborate program’s targeting and selection criteria for the equipment of educational institutions.
How can you make a difference?
Objectives of the consultancy: - Carry out in-depth analysis and assessment of the existing ICT of the general education institutions and develop recommendations for the improvement of data collection of ICT equipment
- Provide a general overview and a detailed report on the identified ICT needs
- Establish priority response criteria for the equipment of educational institutions correlated with national equipment standards for each level of education and type of unit.
Details of how the work should be delivered:
MER will provide the consultant detailed information following a baseline study on the available ICT of the general education institutions from EMIS. The data from EMIS will include information on the existing ICT in schools, availability of supporting infrastructure (rooms, internet connection) and availability of trained or trainable personnel at schools. Additional information can be requested from MER responsible staff if needed. Accordingly, the consultant will pull information from the provided sources to assess the extent to which the educational institutions are equipped with ICT as to increase effectiveness, inclusion, and resilience of the system. A mixed-methods approach will be necessary: a desk-review of existing materials provided by MER on the current situation of the ICT equipment; and/or focus group discussions with MER relevant staff and/or other stakeholders or focus group discussions with the staff of up to 10 schools. The consultant will need to use qualitative data collection techniques and analyse administrative data to develop a report on the current system capacity, availability and accessibility of ICT, level of equipment, and develop recommendations for the improvement of data collection of ICT equipment in EMIS.
Also, the consultant will develop priority response criteria for the equipment of educational institutions according to national education digital standards for each level of education and type of unit. The established criteria will help the MER and UNICEF provide education institutions with appropriate equipment based on the identified priorities.
Deliverables and delivery dates:
Tasks
Deliverable
Timeline*
1
Induction meeting with MER and UNICEF
Mapping and assessment conducted
15 Working days
Conduct a desk review of documentation provided by the MER
Report on the identified ICT needs
Apply analytical methodology and tools to assess data; develop recommendations
and gaps provided, including tools used and collected data
Recommendations for the improvement of data collection of ICT equipment in EMIS
2. Establish priority response criteria for the equipment of educational institutions
Criteria identified and consulted with MER and UNICEF
5 working days
Total:
20 working days
* Exact deadlines will be mutually agreed upon contract signature.
Reporting requirements:
The consultant will report to the UNICEF project Officer with the Education Officer and Education Specialist in copy, who will regularly communicate with the consultant and provide feedback and guidance on his/her performance and all other necessary support so to achieve objectives of the consultancy, as well as remain aware of any upcoming issues 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 (in Word/Excel format) in English. At each stage, the deliverable shall be sent to the Project Officer by email, with the Education Officer in copy.
Performance indicators for evaluation of results:
The performance of work will be evaluated based on the following indicators: • Completion of tasks specified in ToR • Compliance with the established deadlines for submission of deliverables • Quality of work • Demonstration of high professional and ethical standards in cooperation and communication with UNICEF and counterparts
Content of technical proposal:
- Relevant experience with similar type of assignments (max 300 words)
Proposed approach and methodology (max 1500 words), including:
Timeline and milestones
- Risk and mitigation measures
- Ethical considerations and how the consultant will address them
Sample questionnaire: 2-3 interview questions per type of stakeholder
Annex: Short Sample or links to related work previously conducted by the consultant
In addition, please provide your Curriculum Vitae.
Content of financial proposal:
Please find the template of the financial offer below;
Financial Offer_general education.xlsx
The applicant should fill in the Financial Offer Template and specify an all-inclusive fee to complete the tasks/deliverables described in the Terms of Reference in MDL.
Other expenses directly related to the ToR assignments and deliverables such as: (translation/interpretation costs, local transportation etc.) may be included in the financial offer unless specified that UNICEF will cover them separately (see paragraph 14 and 15 below).
The final selection will be based on the principle of “best value for money” i.e. achieving desired outcome at lowest possible fee.
If not provided by ToR, UNICEF will not reimburse costs not directly related to the assignment. This contract does not allow payment of off-hours, medical insurance, taxes, and sick leave.
UNICEF reserves the right to withhold all or a portion of payment if performance is unsatisfactory, if work/output is incomplete, not delivered or for failure to meet deadlines.
In case when a Moldovan resident is selected for contracting, MDL will serve as contract currency, converted at the UN exchange rate applicable at contract signature date.
Evaluation criteria for selection
The candidate is expected to reflect in the submission the qualifications, knowledge and experience related to the requirements listed above. Technical evaluation will be performed through a desk review of applications, evaluation of technical proposals, and if necessary, may be supplemented by an interview.
Technical evaluation criteria for selection
Evaluation Scale Points
- Academic degree in ICT, education, social protection, economics, or other relevant studies
10
- Minimum 5 years of working experience in the relevant field
15
- Proven experience in collecting and analysing data, development of the technical specifications
15
- Experience in conducting desk reviews and research, including qualitative studies and baseline assessments, evaluations will be an asset
15
- Demonstrated work experience in the education sector with national/international institutions/organizations is a strong asset
5
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, both at technical level and policy level.
5
- Fluency in Romanian and working knowledge in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.
5
Total score (minimum 50 points required for technical qualification)
70
The total amount of points to be allocated for the price component is 30. The maximum number of points (30) will be allotted to the lowest price proposal of a technically qualified offer. Points for other offers will be calculated as Points (x) = (lowest offer/ offer x) * 30.
The selection process is aimed at selecting the applicant who obtains the highest cumulative score (technical evaluation + financial offer evaluation points) following “best value for money” principle.
Payment schedule
The payment will be linked to the following deliverables upon satisfactory completion and acceptance by UNICEF:
Deliverable (Delivered according to the timeline agreed upon with UNICEF)
Proportion of payment
Deliverable 1
50%
Deliverable 2
50%
UNICEF reserves the right to withhold all or a portion of payment if performance is unsatisfactory, if work/outputs are incomplete, not delivered for failure to meet deadlines.
Definition of supervisory arrangements
The specialist will work under the oversight of Project Officer of UNICEF Moldova. Payments will be rendered upon successful completion of each task, as per the schedule outlined above.
Work location and official travel involved
The work will require local travels in order to conduct in-person visits and interviews with the different government authorities, as per their availability. The consultant is expected to cover costs, arrange, and schedule such visits, including transportation. The UNICEF office will facilitate introductions to key informants.
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 well as remain aware of any upcoming issues related to the performance and quality of work. UNICEF will provide 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…
- University degree in ICT, education, social protection, economics, or other relevant studies
- Minimum 5 years of working experience in the relevant field
- Proven experience in collecting and analysing data, development of the technical specifications
- Experience in conducting desk reviews and research, including qualitative studies and baseline assessments, evaluations will be an asset
- Demonstrated work experience in the education sector with national/international institutions/organizations is a strong asset
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, both at technical level and policy level
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).
To view our competency framework, please visit here.
UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.
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 be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.
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