Announcement for a local consultant to formulate an Action Plan for the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Main duties and responsibilities:

1. Obtain inputs from stakeholders through meetings, workshops and other participatory discussions to formulate an Action Plan to implement CRC concluding comments.

2.      To finalize a comprehensive national action plan for CRC in collaboration with relevant stake holders.

Minimum qualifications:

-          University Degree (MA, PhD or equivalent) in Social Sciences, Law, Economics or other related field.

-          Professional experience in child rights and CRC.

-          Excellent writing and analytical skills.

-          Strong skills in interpersonal relations, networking and communication.

-          Experience in conducting participatory workshops and discussions,

-          Computer skills (Word, Excel, Power Point and other).

For more information visit our website at www.mgf.gov.mv or email us at planning@mgf.gov.mv or call 3317164 from 12^th June 2008 onwards between 7:30-14:30.

Please submit application letter including quotation, a workplan and duration for the task, CV and other relevant documents on or before 15^th June 2008 to Ministry of Gender and Family.

Preparation of a Summary Report of 2^nd and 3^rd Periodic Report in Dhivehi

Tasks:Prepare a summary report of the 2^nd and 3^rd Periodic Report of Maldives in Dhivehi.