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Tenders are invited for Consultancy - Holistic Care Model Assessment, Documentation and Capacity Building. Closing Date: Monday, 20. Jul 2026 Intervention Sector(s): Gender issues Remuneration range: > 6000 (USD) Duration of Contract: 4 months Position: Holistic Care Model Assessment, Documentation, and Capacity Building Consultancy Requirement: Assessment, Documentation, and Capacity Building for Holistic Care Model Approach for VAW services in Lebanon Location of implementation: Beirut-based with travel to 7 centers across Lebanon (Mount Lebanon, South Lebanon, Bekaa, North Lebanon) Duration of assignment: 24 months (approximately 180 working days, non-consecutive) About ABAAD Established in 2011, ABAAD Resource Center for Gender Equality is a UN ECOSOC accredited civil society organization that aims to achieve gender equality as an essential condition for sustainable social and economic development in the MENA region. ABAAD advocates for gender-sensitive policies and legislation that promote the active participation of women and their equal access to justice. ABAAD works to eliminate gender-based violence through a holistic care model that provides direct services in specialized shelters and accommodation, combining gender-specific and gender-transformative approaches to bring about long-term social change. ABAAD operates primarily in Lebanon, where it has provided GBV prevention and response services through the Ministry of Social Affairs Social Development Centers (SDCs) from 2014 to 2022. Following the economic crisis, ABAAD strategically transitioned from the SDCs and established seven independent model centers dedicated to combating violence against women, while maintaining coordination and cooperation with the Ministry. This collaboration led to the joint development of national standard operating procedures (SOPs) for GBV case management and the Positive Parenting Curriculum (ABB programme) in 2023. ABAAD currently supports the Ministry by training SDC social workers in the implementation of these SOPs and the ABB programme. About the project (IF THE DONOR REQUIRE VISIBILTY) Under the BMZ-funded project "Strong rights, holistic protection: Improved standards for GBV survivors in the MENA region", implemented in partnership with Terre des Hommes Deutschland e.V., ABAAD is seeking an external consultant/team of consultants to lead the Lebanon-specific component of the project, focused on assessing, documenting, piloting, and disseminating a multidisciplinary Holistic Care Model approach for addressing the intersection of Violence against women (VAW) and violence against children (VAC) services across 2 ABAAD model centers and 5 SDCs. Overall goal of this assignment The overall goal of this consultancy is to lead the assessment, documentation, piloting, and dissemination of a multidisciplinary Holistic Care Model approach that addresses the intersection of violence against women (VAW) and violence against children (VAC) at the household level. The assignment covers 2 ABAAD model centers and 5 Social Development Centers (SDCs) of the Ministry of Social Affairs across Lebanon, with the aim of producing a replicable best practice model and building the capacity of frontline professionals to deliver integrated, survivor-centered services. Duties and Responsibilities Assess the current operation of ABAADs Holistic Care approach and service delivery in 2 ABAAD model centers and 5 SDCs, identifying strengths, gaps, and areas for improvement in addressing the intersection of VAW and VAC. Develop a learning and best practice document that compiles global and national approaches to multidisciplinary holistic care for VAW and VAC survivors, incorporating ABAADs evidence-based practices and strategies for engaging men and boys through gender-transformative approaches. Support the pilot implementation of the Holistic Care Model approach across the 7 centers, providing technical guidance on the delivery of integrated services that address the intersection of VAW and VAC. Deliver capacity building, coaching, and mentoring to approximately 60 ABAAD and SDC staff to ensure sustainable application of the model approach. Produce a comprehensive implementation report evaluating the pilot process and results, and support its validation and dissemination to government representatives, GBV and protection actors, and civil society organizations in Lebanon. Deliver training on the model approach to professionals from approximately 20 civil society organizations working on VAW and VAC in Lebanon. The consultant will lead the design and initial delivery of capacity-building activities, while ABAAD technical staff will co-facilitate and progressively take a stronger role to ensure sustainability and institutionalization. NB: A TOT for ABAAD CB it is an option Scope of Work and Description of this Assignment The consultant/team of consultants will carry out the following interconnected workstreams in close collaboration with ABAADs programme team and the Ministry of Social Affairs (MoSA). The workstreams are sequential and interdependent, with each phase building directly on the findings and outputs of the preceding one, and the consultant/team of consultants should approach this as a continuous, embedded engagement over the full 24-month period. Assessment of the Holistic Care Model Approach The consultant/team of consultants will conduct a comprehensive assessment of ABAADs existing Holistic Care approach in 2 ABAAD model centers and 5 SDCs selected in collaboration with MoSA to ensure geographical coverage across Lebanon (two in Mount Lebanon, one in South Lebanon, one in Bekaa, one in North Lebanon). The assessment will cover: Review of existing programmes, methods, and practices addressing the intersection of VAW and VAC at the household level, including their effectiveness and areas for improvement. Analysis of staffing levels, gender balance, existing training programmes, services offered, and the presence of other NGOs or support structures in each centre. Assessment of the comprehensive inclusion of all groups, including considerations of disability, age, minorities, and other vulnerable populations among women and children. Mapping of existing or planned complementary initiatives within each centre to identify opportunities for complementarity and optimize resource allocation. Community consultations and focus group discussions to ensure that the priorities and needs of all target groups, including women, children, men, and boys, are incorporated into the findings. The assessment methodology should include desk review, site visits to all 7 centers, key informant interviews with ABAAD and SDC staff, consultations with MoSA, and focus group discussions with community members and service users. The consultant/team of consultants will produce an assessment report with clear findings and recommendations that directly inform the design and content of the learning document and the pilot implementation. Development of the Learning and Best Practice Document Drawing on the assessment findings, the consultant/team of consultants will develop a comprehensive learning and best practice document. The document will: Compile global and national approaches to multidisciplinary holistic care for VAW and VAC survivors, building on ABAADs evidence-based practices. Include effective approaches to addressing violence against children within the household, with a focus on survivor-centered and trauma-informed methods. Incorporate strategies for engaging men and boys through gender-transformative approaches, masculinity concepts, and effective strategies to combat harmful gender and social norms that perpetuate VAW and VAC. Integrate insights from the ABB Positive Parenting programme, including sessions on non-violent discipline, child development, and nurturing techniques for caregivers. Draw on inputs from international and national organizations and relevant networks such as the Inter-Agency GBV Task Force and the PSEA Network. Provide practical, operational guidance that can be directly applied by frontline staff in ABAAD centers and SDCs. The document will be submitted to ABAAD for review and validation before finalization. Technical Support to Pilot Implementation The consultant/team of consultants will provide ongoing technical guidance and support during the pilot implementation of the Holistic Care Model approach across the 7 centers. The specific composition, scope, and delivery modalities of pilot services will be determined by the findings and recommendations of the assessment (3.1) and the learning document (3.2). Services will address the intersection of VAW and VAC at the household level and are expected to cover prevention and response across multiple disciplines, including but not limited to psychosocial, medical, legal, and community-based interventions. The consultant/team of consultants will support ABAAD in developing a tailored implementation plan for each centre based on the assessment results, specifying which services will be provided at each location according to identified needs, existing capacities, and available complementary services. These plans will ensure inclusive and context-specific considerations, including accessibility for people with disabilities and responsiveness to the distinct needs of women and children across different age groups. The consultant/team of consultants will conduct regular technical support visits to the centers during the pilot phase to monitor quality, troubleshoot challenges, and ensure fidelity to the model approach. Capacity Building, Coaching, and Mentoring The consultant/team of consultants will lead the capacity-building process for ABAAD and SDC staff implementing the pilot. This includes: A two-day intensive introduction to the learning document for ABAAD staff. A vali Tender Link : https://daleel-madani.org/civil-society-directory/abaad-resource-centre-gender-equality/calls/call-consultancy-holistic-care-model-assessment-documentation-and-capacity-building
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