Consultancy | Legal Consultant for Multi Sectoral Training Consultant – Sindh

Job title: Consultancy | Legal Consultant for Multi Sectoral Training Consultant – Sindh

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• Background

The Legal Aid Society (LAS) is a not-for-profit organization working on its mission to connect vulnerable & disempowered end users of justice with effective and expedient services for justice delivery. LAS’s interventions have been aimed at increasing access to justice for poor & marginalized communities, particularly women, across the province of Sindh and at the Federal level.In line with the mission of expediting justice delivery, LAS is implementing a project to strengthen the State’s response to sexual violence as a technical partner, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of Pakistan, under the Awaaz II Program.LAS initiated the project to provide technical assistance to the Government of Pakistan in improving Criminal Justice Actors’ response to sexual violence and to enhance coordination between stakeholders.LAS is hiring a legal consultant trainer to introduce a multi-sectoral approach in the development of capacity building and training programs for the Criminal Justice System in Sindh. The multi-sectoral approach brings together various CJS actors to highlight the importance of a coordinated response to GBV survivors and how each actor can play a successful part in addressing SGBV. * Scope of Consultancy Scope and Expected OutputsThe scope of work and corresponding outputs/deliverables will be as follows:▪ Develop training material, pre-and post-assessments, and conduct two multi-sectoral training of medico-legal officers, police officials, and prosecutors on understanding and implementing laws, processes, and nomenclature.▪ Consultancy positions: 1 * Project Timeline & Payment Schedule#OutputDelivery TimelinesApril – June1Preparation of training material and agenda from a legal perspective02 days2Preparatory meetings with medicolegal master trainers as co-facilitators01 day3Conduct 2 days of 2 in-person training sessions in Karachi/Hyderabad with a medico-legal master trainer as a co-facilitator, focusing on the Application of the Anti-Rape (Trial and Investigation) Act, 2021, and related legal devices, Effective Litigation Strategies, and Trial Procedure.04 days4Draft a post-training report01 daysTotal number of days8 days

• Required expertise and qualifications

▪ Background in gender expertise with adequate knowledge of the justice system in Pakistan and its mechanisms▪ Experience in working with and relationships with the Criminal Justice System in Sindh▪ Experience in training justice system actors and inculcating a gender lens in existing curriculum in the Criminal Justice System in Sindh▪ Postgraduate qualification in the field of expertise, supported by extensive experience in the justice sector as a practitioner or trainer▪ Prior experience in carrying out training based on adult learning methodologies in Sindh▪ Experience with developing training curricula/modulesEEO Statement:At LAS, our commitment to diversity and equal opportunity extends to all aspects of our work, including consulting engagements. We ensure that all qualified consultants are given fair consideration regardless of sex, age, race, color, creed, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. LAS is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is treated equitably, acknowledged for their unique contributions, and encouraged to excel. We value and respect the diverse perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our projects. Every member of the LAS team, including consultants, shares the responsibility of supporting and advancing a diverse and respectful work environment.Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:Legal Aid Society (LAS) is committed to the prevention and protection from all forms of sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA). LAS explicitly prohibits its
staff, associates, partners, consultants, or any other representatives associated with the delivery of its work from:

• Engaging in any form of sexual exploitation or abuse;
• Sexual activity with children (persons below the age of (18) irrespective of a mistaken belief of the age of the child which shall not amount to a defense);
• Exchange of money, employment, goods or services for sex, including sexual favors or other forms of humiliating, degrading or exploitative behavior, is prohibited. This includes any exchange of assistance that is due to beneficiaries of assistance;
• Sexual relationships between LAS staff and beneficiaries of assistance, since they are based on inherently unequal power dynamics,undermine the credibility and integrity of the work of LAS and are strongly discouraged.

Apply By:Application Process:Interested candidates are invited to submit the following: * A detailed CV/Profile.

• A technical proposal outlining their approach to the Terms of Reference (TORs).
• A financial proposal, including consultancy fees and any associated costs (Including Taxes).

Submissions should be sent to by 25th April 2025 with the subject line “Proposal against Terms of Reference (TORs): Legal Consultant for Multi Sectoral Training Consultant – SindhPlease fill the following infomation to view the application submission information.EmailPhoneSaveHow to apply?

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Location: Karachi, Sindh

Job date: Sun, 20 Apr 2025 02:17:33 GMT

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