Terms of Reference (TOR) for a short-term consultancy in Gaza

The consultant will contribute to an integrated resilience analysis by:

• Gathering specific primary data through Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) on social cohesion, community relations, and conflict dynamics.
• Contributing narrative sections to the CBM Resilience Study Outline based on available desk review.
• Mapping risks to project design and personnel, and providing recommendations for strengthening disability-inclusive, conflict-sensitive, and gender-responsive programming.

This consultancy directly contributes to designing a project that strengthens the long-term resilience, dignity, and self-reliance of crisis-affected communities in Gaza, including persons with disabilities, women, and children, through inclusive recovery and accessible essential services.

• Academic degree in social/political sciences, anthropology, peace and conflict studies, development cooperation, humanitarian aid or similar.
• Solid contextual knowledge of disability rights and inclusion frameworks in Gaza.
• Proficiency in both English and Arabic (mandatory).
• Demonstrated experience working in the Gaza Strip and/or Occupied Palestinian Territory, with strong understanding of the current humanitarian, political, social, and operational context.

Short-term consultancy contract. Compensation details not specified.

Christian Blind Mission (CBM) is an international nongovernmental development organisation committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the poorest communities of the world.