Expression of Interest (EOI): Consultant to Facilitate Workshop on Developing Advocacy Strategies for District Organizations (Kailali and Kanchanpur)

1. Background
The Parent Federation of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PFPID) Nepal is an umbrella organization working to promote the rights, inclusion, and dignity of persons with intellectual disabilities and their families across Nepal. Through its network of member organizations, PFPID Nepal supports capacity building, advocacy, and inclusive development initiatives at national and district levels.
District-level organizations play a crucial role in advocating for the rights and needs of persons with intellectual disabilities. However, many of these organizations require structured guidance to develop clear, context-specific advocacy strategies that can effectively influence local policies, services, and community practices.
To address this, PFPID Nepal plans to organize a two-day workshop in Dhangadi (Kailali), bringing together board members from Kailali and Kanchanpur districts.
2. Purpose of the Assignment
The primary purpose of this assignment is to facilitate a participatory workshop that supports district-level organizations in developing their own advocacy strategies.
The consultant will guide the process, while ensuring that:
Board members actively lead the strategy development
Field officers provide technical and contextual support
Each district produces a practical and actionable advocacy strategy
At the end of the workshop, two advocacy strategies will be developed:
One for Kailali District
One for Kanchanpur District
3. Scope of Work
The consultant will be responsible for the following:
A. Preparation & Design
Develop a two-day workshop framework and facilitation plan focused on advocacy strategy development
Design participatory tools and exercises tailored to board members of district organizations
Prepare training materials, templates, and strategy development tools
Coordinate with PFPID Nepal and field officers for contextual inputs
B. Workshop Facilitation
Facilitate the two-day workshop in Dhangadi (Kailali).
Apply participatory, inclusive, and practical facilitation approaches.
Guide participants through key components of advocacy strategy, including:
Problem identification and prioritization
Stakeholder mapping and power analysis
Advocacy objectives and messaging
Action planning and timeline development
Ensure active engagement of all participants
Support groups (Kailali and Kanchanpur) to draft their respective strategies
C. Documentation & Reporting
Compile the drafted strategies developed during the workshop
Refine and finalize the two district advocacy strategies
Submit a brief report summarizing the process, outputs, and recommendations
4. Expected Deliverables
Two-day workshop design and facilitation plan
Training/facilitation materials and strategy templates
Two district-level advocacy strategies (Kailali and Kanchanpur)
Workshop report including key outcomes and recommendations
5. Duration & Location
Duration: 2 days (workshop)
Location: Dhangadi, Kailali (combined workshop for both districts)
Dates: To be finalized in coordination with PFPID Nepal
6. Required Qualifications of Consultant
Master’s degree in Social Work, Development Studies, Public Policy, Sociology, or a related field
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in advocacy, policy engagement, or organizational development
Proven experience in facilitating workshops on advocacy, strategic planning, or capacity building
Strong understanding of disability rights and inclusive development (preferred)
Experience working with Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) or community-based organizations
Excellent facilitation, communication, and documentation skills
Ability to use participatory and context-sensitive approaches.
Priority will be given to personnel residing in Dhangadhi.
7. Reporting Line
The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, PFPID Nepal, and coordinate closely with field officers and the project team.
8. Payment Modality
Payment will be made upon successful completion and approval of all deliverables.
PFPID Nepal will cover logistical costs including venue, participant support, and materials.
9. Required Documents for Submission
Interested consultants are requested to submit:
Cover letter expressing interest
Updated CV (or organizational profile, if applicable)
Technical proposal (approach, methodology, and draft workshop outline)
Evidence of similar assignments (if available)
10. Submission Details
EOI and required documents should be submitted to:
Parent Federation of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (PFPID) Nepal
Email: info@pfpid.org.np
Submission Deadline : 9 April 2026