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THUSO Project Baseline Study
Project Title: THUSO Project – Promoting Dignity, Safety, and Inclusion of LGBTIQ+ Persons in Lesotho
Implementing Partner: International Human Rights Lab (IHRL)
Co-funded by:
- Southern Africa LGBTIQ+ Fund
- The European Union
- BONELA
- MARANG
- Gender Links for Equality and Justice
Project Overview
The THUSO Project aims to promote the dignity, safety, and inclusion of LGBTIQ+ persons in Lesotho by addressing structural discrimination in:
- Financial services
- Public infrastructure
- Prisons
- Gender-based violence (GBV) response systems
LGBTIQ+ individuals in Lesotho often face exclusion due to identity mismatches, lack of gender-neutral facilities, inadequate prison and shelter provisions, and the absence of comprehensive legal protections. The project seeks to address these barriers through institutional engagement, policy advocacy, and capacity building.
Purpose of the Consultancy
The consultancy will conduct a baseline study to inform project planning and performance measurement. Key objectives include:
- Collecting and analyzing baseline data relevant to the project’s goals
- Establishing benchmarks for measuring progress on inclusion, dignity, and safety
- Assessing existing policies, institutional practices, and service delivery systems
- Providing actionable recommendations to guide interventions and advocacy
Schedule
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Start Date: 9 October 2025
- End Date: 4 December 2025
Deliverables:
- Week 1: Inception Report with detailed work plan and methodology
- Final Week: Submission of final draft report, including:
- Key findings and recommendations
- Reviewed program materials
- Summary infographic
- Web-publishable format
Budget
Total Consultancy Fee: M40,000
How to Apply
Interested consultants must submit five separate documents via email to:
📧 [email protected]
Deadline: COB 30 September 2025
Induction Start Date: 6 October 2025
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter (1–1.5 pages) citing relevant expertise
- Curriculum Vitae (max 4 pages) with examples of similar baseline studies
- Quotation
- Short Proposal including work plan and budget
- Example of Similar Work Completed