Rapid Mapping and Roadmap Development on Disability Assessment Criteria Consultant, Moldova,5 months, Moldova, Remotely

Organizational Context

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them reach their full potential. We are committed to our mission, offering diverse professional and personal development opportunities to staff who serve children and communities worldwide. We foster an inclusive and passionate culture.

Job Purpose

The consultancy aims to support the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection (MLSP) in Moldova by analyzing the current disability system, its progress, achievements, and challenges in disability determination. The consultant will assess the existing framework to develop a comprehensive Roadmap for designing disability determination criteria for children and adults. This roadmap will align with international and EU Member States' practices, adopting the biopsychosocial model and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health - Children and Youth version (ICF-CY). The primary outcome will be a practical, forward-looking roadmap for revising and piloting these disability assessment criteria within the Republic of Moldova, ensuring a more integrated and needs-based approach.

Responsibilities

The consultant will conduct a thorough assessment of the current disability assessment and determination system in the Republic of Moldova. This involves identifying key gaps and challenges in existing processes, criteria, and inter-sectoral coordination mechanisms. Based on this assessment, the consultant will develop a practical and actionable roadmap for reforming the disability determination system. A critical component of this work will be ensuring robust stakeholder engagement and validation throughout the process, including relevant government ministries, civil society organizations, and persons with disabilities. The roadmap should propose concrete steps for revising and piloting new disability assessment criteria, ensuring alignment with international standards such as the CRPD and ICF frameworks. The consultant will also provide recommendations for strengthening the system to be more integrated, needs-based, and compliant with international best practices, ultimately contributing to the full inclusion and equal access to services for persons with disabilities in Moldova.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of professional experience in disability public policy, disability program implementation, or providing technical assistance within the disability sector is required.

Skills

Disability assessment and determination, Public policy analysis, Program implementation, Technical assistance, Roadmap development, Stakeholder engagement, International standards (CRPD, ICF), Social protection systems, Healthcare systems, Public policy, Social policy, Social development

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