Terms of Reference: Development and Publication of a Policy Paper on IFI Commitments and Women’s Economic Participation in Jordan

Jordan Terms of Reference: Development and Publication of a Policy Paper on IFI Commitments and Women’s Economic Participation in Jordan Organization Kvinna Till Kvinna Posted 24 Jun 2026 Closing date 1 Jul 2026 Background and Context Jordanian Women’s Union (JWU), Raya and Kvinna till Kvinna are co-implementing a program as part of a consortium aimed at strengthening feminist movement against gender inequalities in Jordan. JWU is a Jordanian organization and is one of the most prominent and influential women’s organizations in the Arab world and has established strong networks with women’s movements, both nationally and internationally. Raya is a leading Jordanian civil society organization dedicated to addressing gender inequality in the world of work. Kvinna till Kvinna is Swedish non-profit women rights organization that supports women in conflict affected areas to increase women's power and influence. As part of the program, the consortium aims to develop a policy paper examining Jordan’s commitments to the International Financial Institutions (IFIs), including International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank, and their implications for women’s economic participation, with a specific focus on the care economy and social protection. Jordan is currently undergoing policy discussions and anticipated amendments to the Social Security Law, which may have direct implications on women’s access to social protection, childcare support mechanisms, and labour market participation. These reforms intersect with broader IFI-supported programs and fiscal frameworks, making it critical to assess their gendered impact. RAYA has developed a strong evidence base on the care economy, childcare systems, and women’s labour force participation. Building on this, the assignment will analyze how IFI related commitments and reforms—particularly in relation to social protection and labor policies—affect women’s economic inclusion. 2. Objective of the Assignment To produce an evidence-based policy paper that: Assesses Jordan’s commitments under IFIs related interventions Analyzes their implications for women’s economic participation Examines the potential impact of Social Security Law amendments Identifies gaps, risks, and opportunities, particularly within the care economy Provides actionable policy recommendations Participate in roundtable discussions with key stakeholders, and lead on discussions of findings and recommendations 3. Scope of Work The consultant, in coordination with Kvinna till Kvinna and RAYA, will: A. Desk Review and Analysis Review IFI related agreements, policy frameworks, and supported reforms in Jordan the past 5-10 years Analyze relevant provisions of the Social Security Law and proposed amendments Review RAYA’s existing research, past policy papers, accountability reports and data on the care economy and women’s employment B. Gender and Care Economy Analysis Assess how fiscal and social protection reforms impact: Women’s labor force participation Access to childcare and care services Informal and care sector workers C. Stakeholder Engagement Support the design and facilitation of a roundtable discussion with key stakeholders (e.g., IMF, World Bank, SSC, civil society, experts) Integrate insights from discussions into the analysis D. Policy Paper Development Produce a structured policy paper including: Overview of IFI commitments and national reforms Gendered impact analysis Identification of policy gaps and risks Clear, actionable recommendations 4. Institutional Arrangements The consultant will be contracted by Kvinna till Kvinna The consultant is expected to carry this work hybrid Work will be conducted in close coordination with RAYA and Kvinna till Kvinna, which will provide data, research, and technical input Regular check-ins will be held with both teams 5. Deliverables and Timeline Inception notes Draft policy paper in both English and Arabic language. Final policy paper incorporating feedback Presentation of findings at a public session / roundtable Publish the Developed Policy Paper on IFI Commitments and Women’s Economic Participation in Jordan: The assignment will be conducted over a 6–8 weeks period from August to October 2026, aligned with policy developments related to the Social Security Law. 6. Required Expertise Expertise in gender, social protection, or labour economics Experience working on IFIs (IMF/World Bank) and public policy analysis Strong understanding of Jordan’s policy landscape Experience in research, policy writing, and stakeholder engagement Key Considerations Ensure alignment with ongoing policy discussions on Social Security Law amendments Build on existing research, policy papers and most recent data Maintain a strong gender, feminist and care economy lens Ensure outputs are suitable for both technical and advocacy use Disclosure of previous work with consortium partners. Applicants must clearly disclose any previous collaboration or work undertaken with any of the consortium partners involved in this program. Details of such collaboration should include the name of the partner, the nature of the work performed, and the period of collaboration. In cases where previous collaboration exists, the relevant partner may be contacted to obtain an assessment and feedback on the applicant's performance and competence. 7. How to apply Kindly submit a technical and financial proposal for the development of a policy paper, along with a CV, a brief profile, samples of previous work, and two professional references, to the following email address suma.qawasmi@kvinnatillkvinna.se by 1st July. The technical and financial proposal should not exceed 5 pages. The technical proposal should include a provisional schedule of the consultancy as predicted by the consultant. The budget should be submitted in EUR and should cover all costs related to the assignment. The monetary amount suggested by the external consultant is “All tax included. How to apply Email suma.qawasmi@kvinnatillkvinna.se. Job details Country Jordan Source Kvinna Till Kvinna Type Consultancy Career category Program/Project Management Years of experience 5-9 years Theme Gender Share Share this on Facebook Share this on X Post this on LinkedIn Share job link How to apply: Email suma.qawasmi@kvinnatillkvinna.se.