Advocacy Paper Development

• 1. JOB INFORMATIONJob Title: External Consultant (Advocacy Paper Development)
• Category: Child Protection
• Duty Station: Amman / Jordan (with possibility of remote collaboration and field visits as needed)
• Expected Starting Date: August 2026Duration: Up to 3 months
• Application Deadline: 17 June 202
• 62. BACKGROUNDThe Jordan River Foundation (JRF), established in 1995 under the guidance of Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah, is a non-profit organization committed to promoting child protection, family wellbeing, and community empowerment.
• Over the years, JRF has implemented pioneering programs that address social challenges, strengthen resilience, and create opportunities for sustainable development across Jordan.

Building on this foundation, JRF designed the proposed project based on the “Voice and Agency” approach, recognizing these elements as essential drivers of meaningful change in gender equality behaviors, perceptions, and practices.

This approach is operationalized through a series of strategic interventions that create and strengthen dialogue mechanisms and agency pathways, promoting the rights, safety, and socio-economic independence of women and girls.

The project adopts a comprehensive and inclusive strategy, engaging directly with women, men, boys, and girls, while also building alliances with national and sub-national institutions, community-based organizations, and other key stakeholders. This multi-layered model ensures both grassroots mobilization and systemic change, paving the way for sustainable and equitable outcomes.

One of the project’s outcome indicators is % of targeted community members with changed perception or practices toward gender equality and masculinity concepts, reflecting its core goal: to create safe and inclusive pathways for diverse stakeholders to exchange ideas, challenge harmful norms, and promote transformative social change.

Furthermore, the project will culminate in the development of advocacy Paper, which will result from the assessment of all advocacy efforts implemented, measuring changes before and after the interventions.

The Advocacy Paper will highlight the shifts in behaviors, attitudes, perceptions, and practices wherever possible. JRF will disseminate the results through a high-level event, inviting decision makers, governmental and non-governmental entities, national stakeholders, community members, and donor agencies.

This will serve as a platform for dialogue, knowledge-sharing, and collaboration, and as a strategic call to action to replicate and scale successful approaches.3. OBJECTIVE OF THE CONSULTANCYThe consultant will support JRF in drafting, and finalization of the Advocacy Paper.

The objective is to provide evidence-based analysis, highlight project outcomes and lessons learned, and develop strategic recommendations to influence policy and practice at the national level.

The consultant shall ensure that the language, terminology, and framing used in the Advocacy Paper are contextually appropriate and culturally sensitive to the Jordanian context, and aligned with national discourse. The consultant is also expected to incorporate all feedback and revisions requested by JRF throughout the drafting and validation process.4. THE SCOPE OF THE WORK / KEY TASKSThe consultant will:

Review relevant project reports, documentation, and data related to implemented activities and results in order to identify key achievements, outputs, and evidence of change.

Analyze project outcomes, impact, and key achievements related to advocacy efforts on gender norms and gender equality.

Identify and synthesize key lessons learned and good practices emerging from project interventions.

Develop strategic advocacy messages and evidence-based recommendations targeting relevant stakeholders, policymakers, and development partners.

Document selected case studies, success stories, and community narratives reflecting project impact. Validate key findings and recommendations through consultation with JRF team and relevant stakeholders to ensure accuracy, relevance, and usability of the Advocacy Paper.

Draft an Advocacy Paper presenting:

• Project background and context
• Summary of implemented interventions
• Key advocacy outcomes and observed changes
• Lessons learned and promising practices
• Evidence-based recommendations for replication and sustainability
• 8. Support JRF in preparing materials for dissemination of the Advocacy Paper, including:

Presentation slidesKey messages tailored to different audiencesExecutive summary for stakeholders and partners5. EXPECTED DELIVERABLESThe consultant is expected to accomplish and submit the following deliverables within the agreed timeframe of the consultancy:

• Inception Report (work plan, methodology, outline)
• Draft Advocacy Paper
• Validation Workshop with JRF team and stakeholders
• Final Advocacy Paper
• Presentation and Executive Summary and key messages for launch event
• 7. DUTY STATIONHome-based with possible coordination meetings in Amman, Jordan.
• Limited field engagement may be required.
• 8. INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENTThe consultant will report directly to the JRF Project Manager (Child Protection & Gender).

Deliverables will be reviewed and approved by the child safety projects manager, prevention manager and MEAL Senior Manager.

The consultant will coordinate closely with project manager and senior project coordinator.9. REQUIRED EXPERTISE AND

QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational Qualification:
• Master’s or PHD degree in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, women studies, or related field.
• Experience:
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in advocacy, gender equality, and social development andpreferably in CP and GBV programming contexts.
• Proven record of drafting advocacy papers, policy briefs, or strategic documents.
• Strong experience working with international organizations, NGOs, and donor-funded projects, preferably related to CP and GBV interventions.
• Skills/

Competencies

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent writing and communication abilities.
• Familiarity with child protection, gender equality, GBV and harmful norms.
• Ability to facilitate workshops and validation processes.
• Language requirement:
• Excellent command of English (writing and oral).

Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.10. LANGUAGE OF DELIVERABLES :All deliverables, reports, presentations, and advocacy materials shall be submitted in English and Arabic.11. PAYMENT MODALITIES (subject to change):20% upon approval of Inception Report.40% upon submission of First Draft.40% upon approval of Final Paper and launch materials.12. APPLICATION PROCEDURECandidates MUST submit the documents below via email to procurement@jrf.org.jo no later than 17 June 2026. Subject line shall include: [External Consultant (Advocacy Paper Development)]CVCover letterTechnical proposal (methodology, timeline)Financial proposalAt least two samples of previous advocacy/policy papers authoredReferences13. EVALUATION CRITERIAAcademic qualifications: 20%Relevant professional experience: 30%Quality of technical proposal: 30%Financial proposal: 20%Total: 100%Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify to, and send your CV to: procurement@jrf.org.jo