Study on the Impact of Social Services on Persons with Disabilities in the State of Palestine Consultant
Quick answer
The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia is hiring a remote Consultant to conduct a study on the impact of social services for persons with disabilities in the State of Palestine.
- Role
- Study on the Impact of Social Services on Persons with Disabilities in the State of Palestine Consultant
- Organization
- Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia
- Location
- Remote
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Research & Evaluation
- Apply by
- 2026-07-10
The role
The Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) is seeking a consultant to conduct a comprehensive study on the impact of social assistance and services on persons with severe disabilities in the State of Palestine. The role involves analyzing social protection mechanisms, assessing the adequacy of benefit levels, and evaluating institutional service delivery. The successful candidate will produce an evidence-based roadmap to support policy reforms, ensuring social protection systems are inclusive, rights-based, and disability-responsive. This 18-week project requires deep expertise in social policy and disability inclusion, alongside strong stakeholder coordination skills.
What you'll do
- Develop an inception report including methodology and ethical safeguards.
- Perform a comprehensive desk review of the current policy and evidence landscape.
- Design survey instruments and qualitative data collection tools.
- Analyze the impact of social assistance on income security and living standards.
- Produce evidence-based recommendations and a policy roadmap for disability-inclusive reforms.
What it takes
- Master's degree in social policy, economics, public policy, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15 years of professional experience in social policy or related sectors.
- At least 5 years of experience working with government or international organizations on social protection.
- Fluency in both English and Arabic.
- Demonstrated expertise in conducting quantitative and qualitative socio-economic assessments.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote position?
Yes, this consultancy is fully remote.
What is the expected duration of this assignment?
The duration of the assignment is 18 weeks.
What are the core language requirements for this role?
Candidates must be fluent in both English and Arabic.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by July 10.
How to apply
Apply directly on Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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