Consultant to Develop Policy Brief on the Future of Human Rights in the Digital Age at MAL Consultancy

INTRODUCTION

• Our Client is a human rights NGO working to protect and promote health-related human rights in Kenya. They do this by providing legal services and support, training professionals on human rights, engaging in advocacy campaigns that promote awareness of human rights issues, conducting research and influencing policy that promotes evidence-based change. Our Client advocates for a holistic and rights-based system of service delivery in health and for the full enjoyment of the right to health by all, including the vulnerable, marginalized and excluded populations in four thematic areas. 
• As part of the Future of Human Rights in the Digital Age project, Our Client seeks to engage a consultant to develop a series of tailored policy briefs based on the research study findings. These briefs will target specific audiences, each with unique interests and roles in advancing human rights in the digital age.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES

The specific objectives of this consultancy are to;

• Develop a set of policy briefs for different audiences based on the findings of the Future of Human Rights in the Digital Age research study.
• Within each policy brief - highlight key insights, challenges, and opportunities identified in the study, and propose actionable recommendations for the respective audience.

Scope

The consultant will be responsible for;

• Reviewing the Future of Human Rights in the Digital Age research study, including any relevant data, reports, and supplementary materials
• Analyzing the key findings from the study and translating them into a policy brief for audiences to be agreed upon during the consultancy period
• Developing distinct, tailored recommendations for each audience, ensuring that the language, focus, and depth of the content are suitable for each of the target groups.

Expected Deliverables

The key deliverables from this consultancy will include;

• Policy briefs, each tailored to a different audience to be agreed upon.
• A summary presentation of the key recommendations from each policy brief, highlighting the most crucial actions for each target 
• Advanced degree in Law or Public health or Communications.
• Proven experience in policy analysis, human rights, and digital governance, particularly in the context of Sub-Saharan Africa or similar regions.
• Expertise in tailoring policy recommendations for different audiences, with the ability to adapt complex issues into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong writing and communication skills, with experience in drafting policy briefs or similar documents.
• Familiarity with international human rights frameworks and the role of digital technologies in shaping human rights.
• An understanding of gender, intersectionality, and marginalized communities in the context of digital rights.

REPORTING AND SUPERVISION

• The consultant will report directly to the Project Manager and will work in collaboration with the Future of Human Rights in the Digital Age research team. Regular progress updates with draft reports at agreed upon stages of the assignment will be required, with feedback provided  by the Project Manager at each stage.

DURATION OF THE CONSULTANCY ASSIGNMENT_

The consultancy will be conducted over a period of 8 weeks, with the following milestones;

• Week 1-2: Review of research findings, internal (stakeholder) consultations (if needed), and outline of policy briefs
• Week 3-5: Draft of the policy briefs, with regular feedback and revision cycles
• Week 6-8: Finalization and submission of the policy briefs and the summary presentation.