Gender Consultant – SAY-SRHR Project

World Renew; Burlington; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An international charitable organization is seeking a Gender Consultant to conduct a comprehensive analysis and develop a Gender Strategy for the SAY-SRHR project. The consultant will work remotely, providing insights to ensure gender-equitable interventions. Candidates with extensive experience in gender analysis and SRHR programming are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience conducting gender analyses, ideally in SRHR or youth programs.
• Proven expertise in gender-transformative and participatory methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal English; knowledge of Bangla is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a comprehensive GYHR analysis for the SAY-SRHR project.
• Develop the Gender Strategy for interventions.
• Provide technical guidance and analytical insights.

Skills

Gender analysis

SRHR programming

Participatory research methodologies

Communication skills

Cross-cultural facilitation

Education

Advanced degree in Gender Studies or related field

Job description

Overview

Solicitation Summary

Request for Proposals (RFP) – Gender Consultant – SAY-SRHR Project

Nature of Services: World Renew is seeking to engage a qualified Gender Consultant to conduct a comprehensive Gender, Youth, and Human Rights (GYHR) analysis and develop the Gender Strategy for the Strengthening Adolescent and Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SAY-SRHR) project in Bangladesh. The consultant will provide technical guidance, analytical insights, and strategic recommendations to ensure interventions are inclusive, equitable, and gender-transformative. The consultancy requires close collaboration with World Renew Bangladesh staff, project partners, and community stakeholders. The consultant will work remotely and deliver all outputs within six months (October 22, 2025 – March 22, 2026). Consultants with experience in gender analysis, SRHR programming, and participatory research methodologies, particularly in South Asia, are encouraged to submit a bid proposal.

Contracting Entity: World Renew is an international, faith-based charitable organization dedicated to long-term poverty alleviation, disaster response, and justice education. With offices in the U.S. and Canada, World Renew partners with over 70 organizations in 29 countries to strengthen food security, economic opportunity, community health, peace and justice, and emergency aid/rebuilding efforts. Guided by faith and committed to justice, World Renew seeks to renew hope, reconcile lives, and restore creation by partnering with communities to build sustainable, thriving futures.

Place of Performance: Flexible/Remote. The consultant must be legally eligible to work in Canada and be based there for the duration of the assignment. No international travel is required unless otherwise agreed.

Timeframe: The anticipated start date is October 22, 2025, with completion expected by March 22, 2026 (6 months).

Phase Timeline (planning to final reporting): Planning Phase – October 2025; Data Collection Phase – November–December 2025; Analysis & Reporting Phase – January–February 2026. Activities include desk review, methodology development, data collection, remote training of trainers, validation workshops, and final reporting.

Scope of Work

The selected consultant will lead the GYHR analysis and gender strategy development for the SAY-SRHR project. Key responsibilities include:

1. Desk Review
   • Review project documents, national policies, and existing gender and SRHR assessments.
   • Analyze secondary data on adolescent health, gender equality, and human rights in Bangladesh.
2. Field-Level Data Collection
   • Design qualitative and participatory data collection tools (e.g., focus groups, interviews, participatory mapping).
   • Conduct remote Training of Trainers sessions for partner staff on ethical and age-appropriate data collection.
   • Support participatory engagement with adolescents, caregivers, community leaders, and health providers.
3. GYHR Analysis
   • Assess decision-making power, access to resources, participation in SRHR decisions, and cultural norms.
   • Identify barriers and opportunities for adolescent girls and marginalized youth to access SRHR services and exercise rights.
4. Integration with the People’s Institution (PI) Model
   • Examine how World Renew’s PI model can promote gender equality and youth empowerment.
   • Recommend strategies to strengthen community-led approaches to gender and SRHR.
5. GYHR Reporting and Recommendations
   • Produce a comprehensive GYHR Analysis Report with actionable findings.
   • Present preliminary results in a validation workshop or briefing session.
6. Development of SAY-SRHR Gender Strategy
   • Translate findings into a detailed Gender Strategy guiding design, implementation, and monitoring of gender-responsive interventions.
   • Ensure alignment with Global Affairs Canada (GAC) gender-transformative programming standards.

Deliverables

The consultant will deliver the following outputs:

• Inception Report – Methodology, tools, and detailed work plan.
• Desk Review Summary – Synthesis of literature and data.
• Field Data Collection Tools – Final instruments for qualitative engagement.
• Preliminary Findings Presentation – Validation with World Renew and partners.
• Comprehensive GYHR Analysis Report – With PI integration and actionable recommendations.
• SAY-SRHR Gender Strategy – Gender-sensitive indicators, monitoring tools, and accountability framework.
• Final Presentation – Virtual session to present findings and recommendations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in Gender Studies, Public Health, International Development, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience conducting gender analyses, ideally in SRHR or youth programs.
• Proven expertise in gender-transformative and participatory methodologies.
• Ability to engage youth, communities, and institutions in rights-based approaches.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills in cross-cultural contexts.
• Experience with faith-based or community-driven development is an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal English; knowledge of Bangla is an advantage.

Submission Details

Information for Proposals: To submit a proposal, email a complete application (PDF) to:

Contact: Gertrude Omoro

Email: [e-mail]

Subject line: SAY-SRHR Gender Consultant Application

Deadline: October 16, 2025, end of business day (EST)

Proposal Requirements:

• Name, address, phone, email
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Detailed proposal outline and work plan
• Total price in Canadian dollars and budget breakdown
• Relevant work sample (e.g., GYHR report)
• Date and signature
• Three professional references

Evaluation and Award

This consultancy opportunity is open to qualified individuals or firms with capacity to deliver the scope with integrity, professionalism, and excellence. Proposals will be evaluated on:

• Technical expertise and experience
• Quality of approach and methodology
• Understanding of gender-transformative programming
• Cost-effectiveness and value for money
• Cultural and organizational alignment with World Renew’s mission and values

The award will be based on best overall value to World Renew.

Note: This RFP text previously included a table and some repeated timeline sections; these have been refined into the above structured format for clarity.