Water-related Conflict Analysis Consultancy

• Country: UAE
• Summary: Water-related Conflict Analysis Consultancy
• AET Ref No: 58797081
• Deadline: 31 Oct 2021
• Financier: Self Financed
• Purchaser Ownership: -
• Tender Value: Refer Document
• Notice Type: Tender
• Document Ref. No.:
• Purchaser's Detail:

Purchaser : CTG - COMMITTED TO GOOD
2401 Fortune Executive Tower, Cluster T, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, PO Box 39074, Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 4 566 8385
Email :enquiries@ctg.org
URL :https://ctg.org/

• Description:
• Tenders are invited for Water-related Conflict Analysis Consultancy. CTG stands for Committed To Good. With an ethical approach at the heart of all that we do, it is a description that makes us proud. Respect for the fundamental human rights of our staff, and those our staff encounter, is a cornerstone of our values. We strive for gender equality, inclusion and diversity, providing fair and equal opportunities for all. We take a zero tolerance approach to corruption and stay true to local labour laws and all local statutory requirements. In operation since 2006, today we are honoured to serve clients in 15 fragile and conflict-affected states assisting with disaster relief, peace building, humanitarian aid and development programmes through our specialised recruitment, HR management and operational services. Role objectives Objectives of the Assignment (1) Carry out a context and conflict analysis of water-related conflicts/issues at the target governorate and district level, detailing existing water governance mechanisms at both national and sub-national level, including formal and informal water-related conflict resolution bodies (committees, Water User Associations (WUAs), etc), as well as women water user groups and their capacities in managing water-related conflicts. (2) Conduct a stakeholder analysis identifying main actors involved, connectors and dividers in waterrelated conflicts. (3) Carry out trends analysis for water intensive industries to identify early indications of change that could lead to more water-related conflicts or opportunities to stability around water. (4) Provide recommendations based on the results of objective 1-3 for potential activity adaptations. Scope of Work Our client seeks to contract one National Consultant who will work with an International Consultant to undertake the conflict sensitivity assignment. The consultants are expected to provide the following deliverables: Context Mapping Assessment:  Main causes of water-related conflicts Mapping water related conflicts in target districts How water-related conflicts are expressed What strategies for dealing with water-related conflict contribute to violence Impact of water-related conflicts on local communities, including men, women, boys, and girls  Structural challenges to improve efficient use of water use and prevent water-relatedconflicts How sub-national level (governorate, district, and field level) institutions are functioning Relationships between these institutions and non-governmental organizations such as Water User Associations  Existing mechanisms for resolving water-related conflicts How water-related conflicts are resolved at target communities Effectiveness, inclusiveness, and consequences of such mechanisms. Stakeholder Analysis:  Main actors ((institutions, groups or individuals who perpetuate or mitigate water-related conflicts) Their interests, positions, capacities, and relationships Connectors and dividers Women role in local water-related conflicts Capacities for peace to be leveraged  Contribution of key governmental institutions (Ministry of Water and Environment, Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation, the National Water Resources Authority etc…) to the efficient water resource management and conflict resolution How national and sub-national institutions of water resource management can contribute to the conflict resolution and prevention at local level - Type of support that should be provided to these institutions to be effective  Existence of Water User Associations and/or conflict resolution committees in target districts: How such associations or committees are established Gender inclusion in such associations and committees Existence of women water user groups within these WUAs and their roles Capacities of such associations and committees in conflict resolution and mediation. Trends Analysis:  Emerging political, economic, and social issues around water Impact of war on community relations and fueling water-related conflicts Triggers that could contribute to the further escalation of water-related conflicts Factors that could contribute to bring people together and promote peace Recommendations:  Given the analysis on the context, stakeholder, and trends, Which areas of the current project interventions might need to undergo revision given potential risks of fueling conflict around water? Which areas of project interventions are recommended to be strengthened given their potential to exploit opportunities for stability/peace?  Are there areas of intervention that should be included but are not yet considered in the current Project document to ensure greater effectiveness and/or impact of the project?  How to better enhance women contribution to WUAs and water-related conflict resolution. How could the proposed activities take innovative approach in empowering women to play role in resolving conflicts to achieve community-born peace and stability? Methodology It is expected that the analysis will employ a combination of both qualitative and quantitative methods, including secondary and primary data collection. The final methodological approach will be clearly outlined in the inception report and be fully discussed and agreed between our client, stakeholders, and the consultant. The national consultant will work in close coordination and collaboration with the International Consultant. Project reporting The national consultant will be monitored by the Project Manager throughout the whole process of the assignment. Key competencies At least 4 years of direct experience in designing and implementing conflict analysis mechanisms and conflict prevention and peace-building programs related to conflict affected environments; Well-developed skills and demonstrated experience in the following areas: facilitation, consensus-building, multi-stakeholder dialogue processes, mediation, negotiation and dispute resolution; In-depth experience working in conflict environments; Experience with conducting field surveys, assessments, qualitative and quantitative research, using a variety of methods; Excellent analytical and writing skills, including conflict analysis skills; Proven knowledge of and sustained experience with local authorities in Yemen, preferably in target governorates; Understanding of the political, social and cultural background of the country and regional dynamics is greatly desirable; Experience in enhancing women-s participation in conflict analysis processes is also highly desirable
• Documents:

 Tender Notice