BACKGROUND
Catholic ReliefServices (CRS) is a US–based voluntary organization working in
more than 80countries around the world to assist people victims of disasters,
people inneed and the disadvantaged regardless of race, belief or nationality.
CRS hasbeen operating in Indonesia since 1957 under a Memorandum of
Understanding withthe Ministry of Social Affairs to support local communities
struggling toalleviate human suffering, eradicate poverty, and become
self-reliant throughthe implementation of mother and child health and nutrition
programs,agricultural livelihoods, and disaster risk reduction. CRS is also a
majorplayer in humanitarian and disaster response intervention in Indonesia.
CRSimplements its programs in collaboration with local non –
governmentorganizations operating in CRS’s geographical target areas.
In 2018, theMinistry of Social Affairs (MoSA) of Republic of Indonesia together
withIndonesian Red Cross (PMI) issued a Guideline for Humanitarian Shelter.
Theguideline is intended as a reference for humanitarian actors and policy
makersto make decisions on the provision of shelters to families affected
bydisasters and ensure access to safe and dignified solutions.
The guidelinealso encourages a new shift paradigm of “shelter as a process, and
not aproduct”. Sheltering experiences and practices in the past has focused
more onphysical construction and building materials, including upgrades and the
use ofexisting materials. Within the new paradigm, the guidelines consider
aspects ofsafety and protection, feasibility, access to basic services,
suitability to thelocal context and appropriateness of facilities so that
shelter assistance canbe deemed to meet minimum standards and the community can
survive and recoverin stable conditions with dignity. In addition, the
guideline providesinformation about different design and modalities for shelter
programs.
Substantially,the contents of the guideline provide users with key definitions,
principles,standards, and concepts of humanitarian shelters, as well as
information on thedetermination of needs, program design considerations,
implementation optionsand monitoring efficiency and effectiveness.
Since theissuance of the guideline, Indonesia has experienced a number of
large-scaledisasters that have also ushered in new developments in the shelter
sector. In2018, two major disasters caused widespread damage and loss in West
NusaTenggara and Central Sulawesi. While the government was quick to announce
itssupport to rebuilding damaged and lost homes, the urgency of providing
viable,safe and dignified shelters in emergency and recovery phases was
againunderscored. While coordination carried out by the sub shelter cluster
enableda more effective shelter response, actors in the shelter sector tended
to fallback on using conventional approaches such as communal shelters
anddirect-build options, rather than considering alternatives such as market
andcash-based solutions or rental assistance. The experiences in Central
Sulawesiand Lombok laid bare the lack of unified shelter policy, creating
confusion asto types and shelter requirements, which were often not situated in
the overallcontext of journey from emergency shelter to durable solutions. The
focus onpermanent housing and physical construction rather than the process,
also leftmore to desire in terms of integrating community-driven approaches.
Since theoutbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, attention has also shifted to the
need forshelter programming to prepare for and respond to indirect effects of
theglobal health crisis. While shelters and homes are not directly affected,
thephysical and social conditions in which people live can affect the spread
orcontainment of the disease and the effectiveness with which families
canprotect themselves. The January 2021 earthquake in West Sulawesi has
raisedconcerns over the overcrowded nature of emergency shelters, where
emergencyfacilities make it extremely difficult to maintain physical distancing
andpractice containment measures. The Government of Indonesia is
increasinglyaware that multiple hazard or risk scenarios persist
simultaneously, which needto inform shelter programming. More technical and
programmatic guidance forshelter actors are needed so that anticipatory actions
and measures to protectvulnerable populations can be taken.
These recentexperiences have led to an ask from shelter practitioners and
government actorsto review and revise the existing guidelines to incorporate
lessons and expandthe range of options. In addition, humanitarian practitioners
have noted thatthe existing guidelines are not easy operationalized. Such a
review processshould seek input and new insights from stakeholders and
practitioners so thatgood practices are incorporated and recognized by all
actors.
While the currentform of the guideline promotes voluntary application of
recommendations andoptions contained within it, the Ministry of Social Affairs
has also indicateda need to find suitable policy frameworks to ensure standards
and principlesare adhered to in the future so as to ensure dignified and safer
options infuture disasters.
Recognizing theneed to enhance comprehensive shelter options and coordinated
shelter responseto, the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Shelter Subcluster
have requestedassistance from CRS to support the revision of the Humanitarian
ShelterGuidelines. Under the pretext of CRS’ Home and Communities programme CRS
willsupport this initiative in close coordination with the Shelter Subcluster
andthe Ministry.
The mainobjectives of this consultancy are:
1. To convene and engage practitioners andexperts in the development of
revised guidelines
2. To provide support to the Ministry ofSocial Affairs, to revise the
Humanitarian Shelter Guidelines.
Scope of Work
Working with theMinistry of Social Affairs and the Shelter Subcluster, CRS will
recruit anational consultant to provide technical assistance to revise the
HumanitarianShelter Guidelines. The selected consultant is expected to compile,
review andupdate the existing guideline based on identified needs to
strengtheningshelter programming in Indonesia. With the Home and Communities
project team,the consultant will organized/arrange and facilitate webinars and
focus groupsto collect the related inputs on the contents and format of the
guidelines tobe written into the revised guideline. This includes ensuring the
revisedguidelines receive adequate input from other sub-clusters/working
groups, suchas psychosocial support, disability, gender, WASH and others.
The above workwill encompass:
1. Preparation
a. Reviewexisting guidelines for content and user application (ease of
reference &use)
b. Review anynational strategies that relate to shelter programming
2. Technical Working Group Engagement andParticipation
a. Facilitateworkshops and thematic discussions for revision of the Guideline
b. Collect andcompile all relevant inputs
3. Guidelines write up
a. Present draftGuidelines to the Ministry of Social Affairs and the Shelter
Subcluster.
b. Incorporateall comments
c. Finalize andsubmit revised Guideline
The following isa summary of the expected outputs:
1. Conduct a desk review of the existingguidelines and identify gaps
2. Convene shelter practitioners and actors,including non-governmental
actors, the Ministry of Social Affairs and BNPBthrough a series of thematic
discussions to identify best practices (globallyand locally) to be included in
the guidelines
3. Engage with key technical experts to revisethe existing guideline
4. Produce draft guidelines for presentation tothe Ministry of Social
Affairs and the Shelter Subcluster
5. Finalize and submit Revised HumanitarianShelter Guidelines
Deliverables
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Description
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Estimated working days
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1a. Brief report assessing key gaps and recommendations from desk review
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2 days
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2a. Moderation/facilitation of joint consultative meetings and thematic
discussions with practitioners, actors and experts
2b. Submission of a brief report on key inputs and a recommended structure and
outline of revised guideline
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15 days
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3a. First draft guideline to be presented for further input
3b. Incorporation of comments, inputs and concerns
3c. Second draft to be presented to smaller technical working group
3d. Finalization of the final guideline
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13 days
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Payment schedule
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Deliverable
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Description
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Payment
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1 & 2
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Brief report on gap analysis, completion of consultative meetings and
discussion, report summarizing inputs and a recommended structure and outline
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30%
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3
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Final guideline
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70%
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DesiredQualifications
• Master’s Degree in social sciences,humanities, disaster management or
related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in emergencyresponse, humanitarian work, DRR
with specific/relevant experience in theshelter sector.
• Experience in developing guidelines, standardoperating procedures or
policy documents
• Sound technical competency, leadership skillsand expertise in the shelter
field
• Ability to write clear and concise texts
• Excellent organizational and administrativeskills
• Excellent analytical and strong communicationskills both written and spoken
• Ability to work in a complex environment
• Ability to work in a team
• Personal commitment, effectiveness andcommitment to results
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while meetingstrict deadlines
• English language skills are an asset
How to Apply
Prospectiveconsultants should submit the following before the deadline:
1. Financial proposal identifying professionalfees and all operational
costs to deliver the required products.
2. Technical proposal with the following:
a. CV of the consultant(s)/supplier
b. Detailed work-plan for the assignment
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Relief Services carries out the commitmentof the Bishops of the United States
to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas.We welcome as a part of our staff
people of all faiths and secular traditionswho share our values and our
commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect
ourcommitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse
andexploitation.
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and vulnerableadults from abuse and exploitation.
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants who fulfil the above requirements are requested to submit all
required documents to Indonesia_HR@xxxxxxx by March 11th , 2021. Please,
indicate HSG Consultant in the subject.
"Only short-listed candidates will beinvited via e-mail/phone for Interview”
