Consultancy on signing framework contracts to provide Livelihoods programs related services

World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization working to improve the quality of life of people, especially children who are marginalized and living in poverty. World Vision (WV) helps all who are in need, regardless of their religion, race, ethnicity or gender. As a child-focused organization, WV’s work focuses on children, ensuring they are protected and their basic needs are met. World Vision International in Vietnam (WVI Vietnam) has been funded 13 support countries in Europe, Asia, the Americas and Australia. Funding of WVI Vietnam consists of sponsorship program funding (70%) and Private Non-Sponsorship (PNS)/grants (30%). WVI Vietnam employs about 430 staff, of which 93% are Vietnamese nationals. 
WVI Vietnam is operating in 4 zones: North 1 (Hoa Binh, Dien Bien), North 2 (Yen Bai, Tuyen Quang, Hai Phong), Central (Thanh Hoa, Quang Tri and Da Nang) and South (Quang Nam, Quang Ngai, Binh Thuan, Ho Chi Minh, DakNong). WVI Vietnam’s Area Program (AP) usually focuses within one administrative district of a province which populated by ethnic minority people with high rates of poverty. A uniqueness of WVI Vietnam’s Development Program Approach (DPA) is that AP team members are based at district level where the AP is located, which enables them to work closely with government partners and communities on a daily basis. Beside the APs, WVI Vietnam is also implementing different Special and Grant Projects to meet the specific needs of vulnerable children in both AP and non-AP areas.
During the year, we will need consultants to carry out some activities related to Child Protection and Child Participation program for several APs/Projects. Thus, we are going to hire 2 consultants signing frame contracts with us to cover one or all activities as details below.

Scope of services
1.    Conduct trainings on Collective Production, Entrepreneurship, Negotiation, Marketing and Value Addition for both key stakeholders and community members: 2-4 days
2.    Conduct trainings on Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Management for both key stakeholders and community members: 2-4 days
3.    Conduct trainings on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion for both key stakeholders and community members: 2-4 days

1.    Collective production, entrepreneurship, Negotiation, marketing and value addition for the community for key people and end-users (households)
•    Teaching skills for adults.
•    Good communication skills, negotiation skills, and problem-solving abilities. 
•    Understanding the Vietnamese market, particularly the rural market, is an advantage. 
•    Priority will be given to candidates with experience and familiarity in community development in Vietnam.
•    The consultant should have at least 5 years’ experience in private sector development, agriculture, and environment.
•    The consultant should have a master degree in disciplines related to agro-economics, business administration, development management, value chain development, market assessment, or the like. Having knowledge about pro-poor economic development and environment will be an advantage

2.    Sustainable Agriculture and Natural Resource Management
•    Teaching skills for adults.
•    The consultant should have at least 8 years of experience and  a master’s degree in disciplines related to forestry, agriculture or the environment.
•    Should be familiar with the local contexts and specific challenges related to livelihood and sustainable agriculture in the target region or community.
•    Should have In-depth knowledge of forest ecosystems: including their components, functions, …..
•    Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations: A good understanding of national laws and regulations related to forest resource conservation.
3.    Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
•    Teaching skills for adults.
•    The consultant should have at least 8 years of experience in working on GESI especially working with the community. 
•    Should possess a strong knowledge of gender theories, be sensitive to diversity, promote critical thinking, communicate effectively, adhere to ethical considerations, promote inclusivity and social justice.