Integrated Services for Displaced Population (ISDP)
Terms of Reference (ToR) for
survey on driving factors for COVID-19 vaccine coverage and uptake among men and women aged (18–75 years) in Bosaso IDPs, Bari, Puntland state of Somalia.
| Project Title | Covid-19 Risk Communization and Community Engagement (RCCE) intervention in Bosaso IDPs. |
| Tasks/Type of Service | Consultant |
| Location | Bosaso IDP camps |
| Name of the company/firm | Consultant/firm |
| Deadline of submission | 3rd Dec-2022 |
General Background
Integrated Services for Displaced Population (ISDP) is a Somalia humanitarian Non-Profit Organization registered in federal government of Somalia and Puntland state of Somalia. ISDP has been in operation in Puntland state of Somalia since 2010 implementing both Humanitarian and emergency programs. Over the years, ISDP has forged strong working relationships with local communities and authorities throughout the state. Building on its commitment to strengthen local capacities and emphasis on local actions and solutions to local issues.
Currently ISDP operating in Bari, Nugaal, Karkaar and Mudug regions with track record in implementing high quality health and nutrition, WASH and Food Security interventions by providing essential services to conflict and drought affected communities. ISDP targets to supports Internal Displace People, Refugees, Vulnerable households, drought affected communities, children and hard to reach people living in Somalia.
Integrated Services for Displaced Population (ISDP) supports ministry of health for Puntland for the implementation of integrated health and nutrition services including Covid-19 Risk Communization and Community Engagement (RCCE) in BOSASO District of Bari Region. This intervention is targeting to treat through the routine services, Pregnant and lactating mothers, children of under five in both the health centers and mobile sites in the Bosaso IDPS. As part of its role, ISDP provides capacity building trainings for MOH staff involved services in the targeted health centers and mobile sites in the IDPs
Health and Nutrition sectors are key areas of humanitarian interventions for ISDP among drought affected and displaced communities in the Bosaso IDPs. Over the years ISDP has built its technical and local communities and systems to ensure quality and timely service delivery to the populations who are in need.
Vision
A Society with improved living conditions through dedications to end poverty and injustice.\
Mission
Committed to improve living conditions in partnership with communities to build sustainable, healthy and productive communities in Somalia.
Purpose of the Terms of Reference (TOR):
Overall goal and objectives of the assessment:
The overall aim of the study is to explore and understand on driving factors and coverage for Covid-19 vaccination uptake in the most populous IDPs in Bosaso.
The specific objectives are:
The study will guide an evidence-based implementation strategy for ISDP Covid-19 Risk Communization and Community Engagement (RCCE) intervention including that aims to improve service utilization for maternal and child health outcomes.
- To identify the demographic and socio-economic status factors that influence COVID-19 vaccination uptake among men and women aged 18–75 years in the most populous IDPs in Bossaso.
- To assess health facility-level factors affecting COVID-19 vaccine coverage and uptake among men and women aged 18–75 years in the most populous IDPs in Bosaso.
- To find out the level of acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine among men and women aged 18–75 years in Bosaso’s most populous IDPs.
- To establish the extent of COVID-19 vaccination coverage in the most populous IDPS in Bosaso.
- To analyze existing coordination mechanisms among stakeholders on how to best strengthen coordination roles to increase COVID-19 vaccination uptake and coverage in the most populous IDPs in Bosaso.
Study area
The survey will be conducted in the most populous IDPs in Bosaso, such as Absame, Al-khayr, Ajuuran, Buulo Mingis, Farjano, Buula Eeley, New Biyo kulule, Biyo kulule, Waaberi, Banaadir, Shirkow, Shabeelle, Tawakal and 100 Buush IDP Camp where ISDP is implementing Covid-19 Risk Communization and Community Engagement (RCCE) intervention and integrated into health and nutrition projects.
Target population of the study
According to the Bari Regional Authority in 2021, the total population of the most populous IDPs in Bosaso is 16,970, of which 10,000 are men and women aged 18–75 years.
The survey is targeting health committees, health facility staffs, and men and women aged 18–75 who live in the most populous IDPs in Bossaso town.
Study Methodology
The methodology to be adopted by the consultant shall generate both quantitative and qualitative information, and be participatory. The methodology will follow the following steps:
Preparatory phase:
Consultant will gather key documents available for the survey, review all documentation, and prepare a workplan. The consultant will also finalize the methodology of the study, including but not limited to the finalization of the sample size, the development of the questionnaires for the qualitative data (focus groups and individual interviews with key informants) and the finalization of the questionnaire for the quantitative survey. The finalized methodology will need to be validated by ISDP.
Data collection and desk review:
Consultant will outline this when finalizing the methodology including how to collect, analyze, and present data.
Logistical support during the Survey:
The ISDP team will provide all the necessary background information prior to the commencement of the Survey. This will include:
- Any relevant studies related to the survey;
- Possible organizations and committee for interviews;
- Prompt feedback on all deliverables, generally providing written feedback within one week of receipt;
- Organize for virtual meetings where necessary or face to face meetings to present the methodology to ISDP team.
- ISDP’s best practices document on Survey It is the responsibility of the consultant to hire the enumerators.
Description of the activity of the survey:
Preliminary activities:
1.1 Submission of the proposed methodology including the proposed data collection tools for the survey, approach to the survey, schedule of data collection activities and locations, including description of selection criteria of the health committees, staff of health facilities and communities who are key respondents in the most populous IDPs in Bossaso.
1.2 Desk review and overall description of the main socio-economic and demographic attributes of the area of intervention.
- Preliminary consultations with relevant community leaders and local authorities
2.1 Conduct a preliminary meeting with the MOH, existing Health organizations and associations implementing Covid-19 related interventions to explain the main objectives of the assignment.
2.2 Conduct preliminary meetings with the CSOs and other key stake holders to inform them on the conduction of the study and to agree on the involvement of other actors focusing Covid-19 vaccine coverage and uptake in the most populous IDPS in Bossaso.
3. Submission of the Report
3.1 Submission of the 1st draft of the report.
3.2 Integration of ISDPs comments, request for amendments and finalization of the report.
- Presentation of results
4.1 Validation workshop will be held, to discuss the findings of the of the survey.
Expected Deliverables:
Deliverable1: Inception report
An inception report shall detail a written response to this TOR highlighting the technical understanding of the task, proposed methodologies of the survey, expected activities and deliverables, proposed work plans with schedule.
Detailed CVs of all professional (s) who will work on the survey. If there is more than one consultant on the proposed team, please attach a table describing the level of effort (in number of days) of each team member in each of the assessment activities.
Deliverable 2: Survey Report
The report shall include the following sections:
- Methodology used and its limitations.
- A cogent analysis the demographic and socio-economic status factors that influence COVID-19 vaccination uptake among men and women aged 18–75 years in the most populous IDPs in Bossaso.
- A comprehensive analysis health facility-level factors affecting COVID-19 vaccine coverage and uptake among men and women aged 18–75 years in the most populous IDPS in Bosaso.
- The level of acceptance of the COVID-19 vaccine among men and women aged 18–75 years in Bosaso’s most populous IDPS.
- Level of extent of COVID-19 vaccination coverage in the most populous IDPS in Bosaso,
- An analysis of coordination mechanisms among stakeholders on how to best strengthen coordination roles to increase COVID-19 vaccination uptake and coverage in the most populous IDPs in Bosaso.
Duration and timeline of the survey
The proposed duration of the exercise is expected to last for 30 days including submission of the final report.
The survey activities will commence on 7 days after signature to the contract and the first draft report should be finalized 6 days post-signature to the contract.
Methods of the payment and Instalments
– 1st installment – 50% of the total amount will be paid upon completion of inception report
– 2nd instalment – 50% of the total amount will be paid upon completion of final report
The payments will be made in direct bank transfer in the name of the consultant or firm as indicated in the signed contract.
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Reproductive health, Public Health, Nursing or related field
- At least 3 to 5 years of consulting experience at national in of Covid-19 andHealth health assignments.
- Prior experience working on research specific to health and Covi-19
- Prior experience working with youth and women
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in conducting quantitative and qualitative research
- Knowledge of gender-sensitive approaches
- Excellent communications skills in English, including advanced writing skills
- Strong communication skills in Somali preferred
- Direct experience working with women and girls in diverse communities in Somalia
- Experience in qualitative research will be an added advantage
The technical proposal should include:
- Cover letter with working contact details to express interest and confirmation of availability to undertake survey in period stated.
- Understanding of the Terms of Reference
- Approach and methodology that demonstrates how the consultant will undertake the survey
- Work plan indicating number of days for each task, and clear deliverables (use Gantt Chart) and allocation of consultant(s) tasks during the survey.
- Summary profile demonstrating background of key team consultant(s), name and attach CVs separately.
Financial proposal should include:
- The financial proposal should include all costs associated with the assignment including (a) remuneration for the personnel; (b) equipment and services, (c) activities costs; (d)administrative costs and taxes.
In addition, applicants should submit the following;
- Evidence of similar assignment.
- Three referees from previous assignments.
- Valid company certificate of registration at Federal government and or Puntland state.
- Valid tax compliance certificate
How to Apply.
All applications MUST be accompanied by a technical and financial proposal including a brief outline of the proposed methodology, 3 references with contact details, a tentative work plan and the candidate’s availability.
Interested consultants or firms are expected to submit their applications, updated CVs of individuals to conduct the study or profile of applying company to: info@isdpsom.org Please indicate “factors affecting for COVID-19 vaccine coverage and uptake among men and women aged (18–75 years) in Bosaso IDPs,’’ as the subject heading not later than 3rd December- 2022.
NB; Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
ISDP is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
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