Child Rights Situation Analysis Methodology and Reporting Consultancy Service Providers

Country: Ukraine Organization: Save the Children Closing date: 6 Nov 2026 • Duration: Estimated level of effort: 30 working days • Expected starting date: ASAP • Location: Ukraine Background on Save the Children Save the Children is the leading global independent organisation for children. Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. Around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children’s unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. Objective of the Methodology and Reporting Consultancy Service Provider This consultancy has two objectives: • To develop a comprehensive CRSA Plan and Research Methodology Guide that will guide the implementation of Save the Children Ukraine's first Child Rights Situation Analysis. • To synthesize all collected evidence (secondary desk review, primary data collected by a Research Company, and partner/child contributions) into the final CRSA Report. The consultancy service provider will ensure that the methodology and final CRSA report: • are grounded in a Child Rights-Based Approach; • integrates gender equality through an intersectional lens, alongside disability inclusion, climate and conflict sensitivity throughout the analysis; • enables meaningful participation of children and local civil society organisations throughout the process; and • provides practical guidance for conducting safe, ethical and high-quality research. Scope of Work The Methodology and Reporting Consultancy service provider will lead the design of the research framework and tools, as well as the final data synthesis and reporting for Save the Children Ukraine's Child Rights Situation Analysis (CRSA). Secondary data review, primary data collection and fieldwork will be undertaken by a separately selected research company (under existing FWA) under the methodological guidance of the consultancy service provider. Phase 1: Conduct desk review of secondary sources Review relevant Save the Children guidance, programme documents, country reports and external evidence to identify existing knowledge, evidence gaps and priorities for the CRSA. Review and integrate findings and documentation from internal consultations (facilitated and conducted by the Save the Children team) with Save the Children staff, civil society partners, children, and other relevant stakeholders to inform the CRSA design. Phase 2: Develop the CRSA Methodology Guide Based on the contextual review and consultations, develop a detailed CRSA Methodology Guide, setting out the governance arrangements, participation approach and implementation framework for the analysis. The plan should include: • analytical framework • governance structure, roles and responsibilities • stakeholder engagement approach • participation strategy for children, civil society partners and other stakeholders • indicative implementation timeline • draft table of contents for the final CRSA report. • sampling strategy • mixed-methods research design • data collection tools and protocols • guidance for desk review, surveys, focus group discussions (FGDs) and key informant interviews (KIIs) • ethical protocols, safeguarding measures and referral procedures • integration of gender equality, disability inclusion, climate and conflict sensitivity throughout the methodology • quality assurance and data validation approach. Phase 4: Revision and validation Present the draft CRSA Methodology Guide for review by Save the Children technical teams. Revise the document based on consolidated feedback before final approval. Phase 5: Handover Provide a structured oral handover of the approved CRSA Plan and Research Methodology Guide to the selected research company, including a briefing on the methodological framework, research tools, quality standards, safeguarding requirements and key implementation considerations. Maintain ad-hoc methodological guidance during the fieldwork phase to address critical queries and ensure data quality. Phase 6: Data synthesis and drafting of the report Receive and validate cleaned primary data and the desk review report from the research company. Triangulate internal SCI contextual evidence, desk review, primary field data, and co-authored contributions from children. Produce and submit the first draft of the CRSA Report and Executive Summary for internal review and feedback by the CRSA Steering Team (Annex 1). Phase 7: Partners’ validation, revisions, and report finalization Integrate all consolidated feedback and recommendations from Save the Children and civil society following the SC-led validation process, finalize the reporting package (second draft of the CRSA Report and Executive Summary), and submit it for formal approval and sign-off by Save the Children. All Save the Children employees and consultancy service provider are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s safeguarding policies, code of conduct, and core values: creativity, accountability, integrity, collaboration, and ambition. These attitudes and beliefs guide our actions and relationships. The consultancy service provider must uphold these principles in all interactions, deliverables, and engagements with children and adults. Qualifications and experience • At least five years of professional experience in social research, child rights, child protection, or other relevant social science fields. • In-depth understanding and practical application of the child rights-based approach, international child rights standards, and the child protection context. • Proven track record in leading and coordinating Child Rights Situation Analyses (CRSA), with demonstrated expertise in synthesizing findings into comprehensive final reports. • Proven experience in designing CRSA-specific research methodologies, analytical framework matrices, and data collection toolkits (both qualitative and quantitative). • Demonstrated experience in applying intersectional analysis, specifically integrating gender equality, social inclusion, climate change, and conflict sensitivity into research design, data synthesis, and reporting. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to present complex data and research concepts in a clear, structured, and succinct manner; 2–3 samples of previous methodology work or relevant research reports must be provided, at least one of which must be a CRSA. • Demonstrated experience in developing safe, ethical, and practical methodologies for child-led and participatory research, including child safeguarding and risk mitigation standards. • Strong ability to process, analyze, and integrate qualitative feedback from diverse groups (including civil society partners and technical teams) into structured research products and operational documents. • Fluency in oral and written English, with professional report-writing skills (requires interview). • Commitment to Save the Children's mission, values and approach (includes child focus and equal opportunities). Desirable: • Previous experience working with (I)NGOs on large-scale multi-sectoral studies or context evaluations. • Experience in designing collaborative tools that adapt to varying operational capacities of local civil society partners. • Experience of successfully operating in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Requirements • An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant methodology and research experience. • A cover letter clearly stating the area of expertise and demonstrating a solid understanding of the scope of work required to successfully design the CRSA framework and tools. • 2–3 samples of previous work directly relevant to the scope of work (e.g., developed research methodologies, analytical matrices, or data collection toolkits), at least one of which must be a CRSA. • A detailed work plan outlining the proposed methodology, activities, timeline, deliverables. • Successful completion of an interview with Save the Children. How to apply ITT-PR749523 Child Rights Situation Analysis Methodology and Reporting Consultancy Service Providers/Постачальники консультаційних послуг з методології проведення аналізу ситуації з правами дітей та підготовки відповідної звітності UA-2026-10-26-17173610 — Commercial tender | biz.e-tender The quotations will be received only in the SAP Ariba System. • If a Supplier is already integrated with SCI in the SAP Ariba System, they should send their request for the tender participation including: AN ID, full Supplier Name, Contact Name and Contact number. • If a Supplier is not yet integrated with SCI in the SAP Ariba System, they should send their request for the tender participation, including: full Supplier Name, ЄДРПОУ Code, Contact Name and Contact number. After this, the Supplier will get the invitation to either get registered in the SAP Ariba System or get integrated with the SCI in the SAP Ariba System if they already have account there, and upon the successful registration, they will be invited inside the SAP Ariba system to participate in this Tender. The email address for this request should be Maryna.Hryshchenko@savethechildren.org with the e-mail subject “ITT-PR749523” Bidder Participation – ‘Bidder Name’, ‘Date’’.