Procurement Process: IC – Individual contractor
Office: UNDP-LSO – LESOTHO
Reference Number: UNDP-LSO-00310
Description of the Assignment:
The consultancy is part of the project titled “Supporting Community-driven Violence Reduction and Sustainable Peace in Lesotho.” It focuses on conducting a Gender and Security Needs Assessment Study to understand how gender dynamics influence conflict and violence in Lesotho. The study aims to identify gender-specific vulnerabilities, assess community security needs, and recommend inclusive strategies for peacebuilding and conflict resolution, particularly in the districts of Maseru, Mafeteng, and Mokhotlong.
Specifically, the exercise objectives are:
- Analyze Gender Dynamics
Examine how gender roles and inequalities contribute to conflict and violence in communities. - Conduct Community Needs Assessment
Identify gaps in understanding the sources and nature of conflict and violence to inform effective redress mechanisms. - Assess Gender-related Security Needs
Determine the specific security expectations and needs of different genders within communities, especially regarding access to services and participation in leadership and peacebuilding.
Period of assignment : 25 days