Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) - Leaving No One Behind (LNOB)

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT Hiring Office: UNFPA Philippine Country Office Purpose of consultancy: UNFPA in support to the Department of Health – Health Promotion Bureau (DOH-HPB), seeks a consultant to provide technical and programmatic support in the Health Promotions Strategy, specifically those covering Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) programmes (family planning, adolescent and youth health, and maternal health), through the development of two products: playbook for marginalized populations and campus crush toolkit. Scope of work: Background. Addressing Inequities in SRHR Access The Department of Health – Health Promotion Bureau (DOH-HPB), with support from UNFPA, is committed to advancing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) across diverse populations. To achieve this, two distinct areas of intervention have been identified to address critical gaps in service delivery and information. 1. The SRHR Playbook for Marginalized Populations Extensive mapping in Samar and Southern Leyte has revealed that deep-seated inequities and "Multidimensional Exclusion" continue to prevent vulnerable populations from accessing quality care. These barriers are categorized as:

• Geographic Isolation: Severe physical barriers for those living in upland and island communities.
• Systemic Failures: A lack of public birthing facilities and uneven targeting of social protection programs.
• Socio-Cultural Barriers: Conflict-affected environments, male-dominated decision-making, and significant language barriers.
• Service Gaps: Current outreach and communication strategies often fail to engage men or provide tailored messaging for specific marginalized groups. The SRHR Playbook aims to operationalize interventions such as mobile services and digital tools, providing Local Government Units (LGUs) with a practical framework to scale inclusive services for indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and the extreme poor. 2. The Campus CRUSH Toolkit While university students are a vital demographic for SRHR advocacy, there is a significant disconnect between their potential for leadership and the resources available to them. Student organizations often serve as the primary platform for peer engagement, yet they face the following challenges:
• Information Gaps: Students frequently encounter misinformation and lack access to youth-friendly, accurate SRHR data.
• Lack of Structure: Organizations often lack the practical frameworks needed to systematically integrate SRHR education into their standard activities and programs.
• Underutilized Peer Influence: Despite the power of peer networks in shaping behaviors, there is a shortage of structured peer-to-peer education initiatives within campus spaces. The Campus CRUSH (Catalyst for Responsible Understanding of Sexual Health) Toolkit is designed as a student-centered resource to empower student leaders. It provides actionable guidance to mainstream SRHR awareness into campus life, fostering a culture of respect, well-being, and informed dialogue. Scope of Work: Under the joint guidance of UNFPA and the DOH-HPB, the consultant shall produce two important products: Product 1: SRHR Playbook for Marginalized Populations This product will be a comprehensive, evidence-informed guide for Local Government Units (LGUs) to reach populations facing "Multidimensional Exclusion".
• Behavioral Diagnosis & Strategy Selection (Evidence Brief):
• Synthesize findings from the Samar and Southern Leyte mapping reports to define priority behaviors and identify demand-side and system-side barriers.
• Apply behavioral models (e.g., COM-B or FBM) to develop a Decision-Support Section that helps LGUs select appropriate interventions.
• Operational & Financial Frameworks (Implementation Plan):
• Develop detailed operational workflows for innovative service delivery, including Mobile Outreach, Client Transport Models, and Targeted Messaging.
• Integrate a Financial Navigation Guide to clarify PhilHealth coverage and service costs, reducing financial uncertainty for both LGUs and clients.
• Localized Adaptation Tools:
• Create Contextualization Checklists and templates for community engagement specifically tailored for indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and the extreme poor.
• Validation & Pilot Application:
• Facilitate co-creation workshops with stakeholders (DOH, LGUs, CSOs).
• Pilot the playbook in selected Samar municipalities and produce a PilotLessons Learned Memo to refine the final version.
• Institutionalization: Finalize the playbook for adoption as part of the DOH-HPB "Healthy Settings" offering. This should include the Evidence Brief, Implementation Plan, Capacity Building Activities, Communication Plan, Monitoring and Evaluation Plan and Q&A. Product 2: Campus CRUSH (Catalyst for Responsible Understanding of Sexual Health)Toolkit This toolkit serves as a student-centered resource to mainstream SRHR awareness and peer-driven engagement within university communities.
• Content Development & Institutional Integration:
• Develop guidance on Social and Behavior Change (SBC) strategies and school-based interventions aligned with Reproductive Health Education principles.
• Identify Policy Anchors (e.g., Office of Student Affairs or GAD Office) to institutionalize the toolkit within university accreditation or funding processes.
• Peer & Advisor Empowerment:
• Provide actionable guidance for student-led initiatives and structured peer-to-peer education.
• Include a Faculty Advisor/Adult-Ally Guide to support student leaders in navigating sensitive SRHR topics and referral pathways.
• Design & Demand Generation:
• Support the conceptualization and layout of the toolkit to ensure it is visually engaging for a youth audience.
• Develop a Communication Packet for Adolescents, including reels, presentation decks, and mockups for community-based interventions. Duration and working schedule: The consultancy will be undertaken for 70 days from May 2026 to December 2026. This consultancy will be on a deliverable-basis. Work arrangements will be guided jointly by UNFPA and Department of Health - Health Promotion Bureau. The work arrangement will follow a hybrid modality, allowing a combination of on-site andwork-from-home arrangements, in accordance with UNFPA and DOH-HPB policies and an agreed workplan. Place where services are to be delivered: Manila-based. The consultant will work closely with the Department of Health – Health Promotion Bureau. As needed, s/he will be requested to report to the UNFPA country office. Travel to project sites, specifically in relation to the SRHR Playbook development will be required, subject to prior approval. Delivery dates and how work will be delivered (e.g. electronic, hard copy etc.): Deliverables will be submitted in accordance with the agreed workplan and timelines. Outputs will primarily be delivered in electronic format in DOH-HPB, unless otherwise specified or requested by DOH-HPB or UNFPA. The consultant is expected to commence the work in March 2026 and finish by November 2026. Tranche payments Tranche Deliverables Expected: 20% Inception Report & Behavioral Design Framework (Behavioral Diagnosis (using Capability, Opportunity, Motivation, and Behaviour COM-B framework) that will ground the Playbook and Toolkit Completion Date: 30 May 2026 Tranche Deliverables Expected: 25% Draft SRHR playbook for marginalized populations co-developed with DOH-HPB Completion Date: 30 July 2026 Tranche Deliverables Expected: 25% Pilot Implementation & Feedback Report 30 September 2026 Tranche Deliverables Expected: 30% Final Multimedia-Ready Products, including the LGU Financial Roadmap and Faculty Advisor Guide. Handover & Sustainability Plan Completion Date: 30 November 2026 Monitoring and progress control/Supervisory arrangements: The DOH-HPB assigned officers and UNFPA Maternal Health/Family Planning Analyst will monitor the progress of the consultancy. Expected travel: Travel to project sites, meetings, and partner institutions may be required in support of programme implementation, subject to prior approval and in accordance with DOH-HPB and UNFPA travel policies. Required expertise, qualifications and competencies, including language requirements: Qualifications and Experience
• Senior SBC / Health Promotion Consultant (SRHR Playbook and Toolkit Development)
• Advanced degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Social/Behavioral Sciences, Communication for Development, Social Science, or related field
• At least 7–10 years of relevant experience in: Social and Behavior Change (SBC/SBCC), Health promotion and public health programming, and SRHR / family planning / adolescent health / maternal health
• Demonstrated experience in developing playbooks, toolkits, operational guidelines, or implementation guides for LGUs/health systems in the Philippines.
• Experience in translating research findings into practical local implementation tools (not just producing materials)
• Strong expertise in SBC strategy design, including: audience segmentation, behavioral diagnosis (e.g., COM-B, FBM, or similar practical models), socio-ecological analysis (demand-side + service/system-side barriers), intervention selection and adaptation
• Ability to develop decision-support tools for LGUs (e.g., barrier-to-intervention guides, simple checklists/flowcharts)
• Experience designing community engagement and demand generation approaches that go beyond IEC/materials
• Strong understanding of health systems/service delivery realities (referrals, outreach, provider practices, local implementation constraints)
• Strong understanding of: Philippine public health system and LGU set-up, DOH health promotion approaches, UHC Act / RPRH Law, SRHR service delivery issues in local settings
• Excellent technical writing and editing skills (English; Filipino/Tagalog an advantage)
• Familiarity with Eastern Visayas / Samar and Southern Leyte context is highly preferred.
• Multimedia/design (as support, not lead qualification)
• The consultant should have the ability to supervise and work with a multimedia designer layout, visual design, and production of communication materials and toolkits.
• Design/video editing skills are an advantage but not required for the lead consultant role.
• The consultant may propose or hire a multimedia assistant/team (e.g., graphic designer/layout artist/video editor) as part of the delivery arrangement, subject to approval.