National Consultancy - Strengthening of Policy and Governance Framework for Child Protection System in ICT, Islamabad, Pakistan (6 months)

UN Children's Fund - UNICEF

Consultant Closes 22 Apr 2026 3 days left

Overview

Provide technical support in the development of a comprehensive national advocacy framework aligned with the CRC CO 2026 for the Ministry of Human Rights, to strengthen the child protection system across Pakistan.


Key Responsibilities
  • Develop National CRC Concluding Observations/Recommendations Action Plan 2026
  • Develop ICT CP Advocacy Framework
  • Finalize ICT Child Protection Policy with advocacy briefs
  • Prepare Legal Gap Analysis Report with advocacy recommendations
  • Draft amendments to ICT CP Act & Rules with justification and advocacy notes
  • Develop SOPs/implementation and advocacy guidance notes
  • Conduct Orientation on approved Child Protection Policy
  • Develop strategy/action plan of the approved Child Protection Policy through consultative process, aligning it with the CRC Concluding Observations 2026
Required Experience
  • Minimum of 10 years’ professional experience in legal and policy reform, preferably in child protection or social protection.
  • Demonstrated experience drafting or reviewing legislation, policies, and rules in Pakistan.
  • Strong knowledge of CRC, alternative care, and child protection systems strengthening.
  • Proven ability to engage government counterparts and facilitate consultative processes.
  • Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.
Qualifications

• Advanced University degree (Master's or above) in Public Policy, Child Protection, Human Rights, Social Sciences, or a related technical field.

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English and Urdu is required.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of other local language(s) is an asset.
Contract Duration
6 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Applicants must submit a financial quotation indicating the consultant fee against monthly deliverables as part of the application.
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