Consultancy - Study on barriers for girls in accessing STEAM in Cabo Verde

Consultancy Description: National Consultant – Study on the barriers for girls in accessing STEAM (STEM) areas in Cabo Verde PURPOSE This consultancy aims to support the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training, Higher Education, Science and Innovation in identifying the barriers that limit girls' participation in STEAM areas and in producing systematized knowledge on this topic. It is intended to strengthen the available information for sector planning and transform it into practical and actionable recommendations, with a special focus on gender-sensitive school and professional guidance. Consultancy/service provision duration: 45 working days The proposal must be submitted directly through the portal, by the deadline indicated. Any request for clarification must be submitted in writing through the messaging functionality available on the portal. UNDP will also respond in writing, including an explanation of the question asked, without identifying the source of the clarification request. Proposals must be submitted through the portal: http://supplier.quantum.partneragencies.org/ using the profile you already have on the platform. If you are not yet registered, you can create a profile through the registration link provided in the tender notice, following the instructions in the guides available on the UNDP website: https://www.undp.org/procurement/business/resources-for-bidders Do not create a new profile if you already have an active registration. If you do not remember your password or username used in a previous registration, use the password recovery functionality available on the platform. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. CONTACT: • Email: procurement.cv@cv.jo.un.org