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Introduction

Country: Bangladesh

Description of the Assignment:

The objective of this assignment is to facilitate and document the SWAPNO field visit to generate evidence-based insights on gender dimensions, empowerment outcomes, and the effectiveness of social protection delivery mechanisms. The consultant will collect qualitative data and beneficiary stories to highlight gender equality gaps and best practices, compile relevant secondary resources to inform the next-generation National Social Protection Strategy (NSSS 2026 and beyond), and prepare a concise analytical brief to support policy dialogue and advocacy for gender-responsive social protection. Additionally, the consultant will engage with the Bangladesh Academy for Rural Development (BARD) to explore capacity-building-based employment programme interventions and identify opportunities for future collaboration.

Period of assignment/services: 80 working days over a period of 5 months

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Regards

UNDP BD

Procurement Unit