Background & Rationale
UNICEF, Save the Children (SC) and the International Rescue Committee (IRC) have been working together since 2005 to promote the use of a standard inter-agency child protection information management system (IA CPIMS) for the child protection sector in emergencies. The IA CPIMS is a practical, field-level tool that supports the implementation of case management systems. It is comprised of database software and accompanying tools, including templates, paper forms, generic information sharing and data protection protocols, and training materials.
After many years of successful implementation, the IA CPIMS has been upgraded to a new software called the CPIMS+, which is one of several modules within the new protection-related information management platform called Primero. Primero is the result of collaboration between the IA CPIMS and GBVIMS Steering Committees and the MRMIMS Technical Reference Group to develop a platform that facilitates information sharing between different information management systems. It is a web-based system with offline capability, improved security and access mechanisms, and an Android mobile application. Primero is an umbrella application for independent but related modules that support case management and incident monitoring for child protection and GBV cases, including grave violations against children (MRM). Users are able to choose which modules they need and to what extent they want to exchange information between modules according to context and programmatic needs.
The CPIMS+ module of Primero builds on and extends the IA CPIMS, enhancing some of its existing features and incorporating improvements. CPIMS+ is currently being used to support case management of Ebola Viral Disease (EVD) affected children as part of the national social welfare system in Sierra Leone and will be rolled out in 3 to 5 additional countries during 2015-2016. These roll outs will test the new CPIMS+ module and the Primero platform within humanitarian and development contexts and will contribute towards the development and field testing of guidance and capacity building material to support effective implementation.
The Inter-agency Coordinator will play a key role in this process supporting the deployment and implementation of the IA CPIMS at field level, and overseeing the transition of the IA CPIMS to the CPIMS+ in line with the global CPIMS+ Terms of Reference.
The CPIMS Coordinator will work in close collaboration with the Primero Manager to expand understanding and usage of the IA CPIMS+/Primero in selected countries and to agree on global minimum requirements for the deployment of CPIMS+. The Coordinator will provide ongoing technical support to selected countries in emergencies, in close collaboration with the in-country child protection coordinating agency and the IA CPIMS/CPIMS+ lead roll-out agency operating in the humanitarian context.
The CPIMS Coordinator will undertake field visits to project sites and provide technical guidance in data entry, data consolidation and analysis. He or she will also monitor and assess the functionality of the developed database software, identify problems and identify alternative courses of action to accelerate/improve programme delivery.
Purpose
The purpose of this consultancy is to support countries in emergencies, in particular EVD affected counties, to effectively integrate CPIMS+ in their case management system as well as to support the ongoing development of the application (v2). This will include ensuring that the database, deployment process, guidance, capacity building material and website are fully developed, of high quality, field-friendly and regularly updated. Interoperability and data security are key principles of this work. The consultant will liaise with the GBVIMS Steering Committee and the MRMIMS Technical Reference Group as a part of the Primero Coordination Committee (PCC), and will look for opportunities to integrate with the RapidFTR mobile application. The consultant will support the development of principles and protocols for data handling in child protection information management systems, including remote and hands-on technical support for the roll-out of the CPIMS+/Primero, and support to users of the IA CPIMS in the migration of data from the legacy system, providing regular communications on system developments, bug fixes and patches, and information on security, procedures and best practices.
Expected results: (measurable results)
Duty Station
The position will be home-based, subject to agreement between the individual and the organization. The consultant will be required to travel approximately 45 days, including to areas of humanitarian emergency such as Jordan and Sierra Leone. The consultant must be available for calls and meetings between the hours of 9am-5pm EST.
Timeframe
Start date: 01 February 2016 End date: 31 July 2016
Deliverables
Duration
(Estimated # of Days)
Deadline
- Review and provide input on all relevant documentation currently available.
- Provide remote support for deployments planned and underway.
- Provide input into the ongoing development of Primero and CPIMS+ version 1 and future versions, including scheduled reviews of builds and User Acceptance Testing (UAT), feature backlog, internationalization support, script reviews and testing/training materials.
- Support linkages with the GBVIMS and MRMIMS via the Primero Coordination Committee (PCC).
- Initiate development of a M&E framework and key performance indicators under Steering Committee direction.
21 days
February 29 2016
- Identify and work in close collaboration with the Primero Project Lead and software company identified to provide in-country and helpdesk technical support to users of the system.
- Provide programmatic and technical support to current users and new users of the IA CPIMS / CPIMS+.
- Develop/improve key resources; support deployment and configuration; and provide on-going distance support and troubleshooting.
- Undertake in-country support visits and provide trainings to child protection partners in the use of CPIMS+ as part of case management.
21 days
March 31 2016
- Communicate with field users and gather information on countries that are using the IA CPIMS to support their needs/demands and inform a scaling up strategy.
- Follow-up on implementation of the IA CPIMS/CPIMS+ in each new country and update the IA CPIMS Steering Committee on a monthly basis.
21 days
April 30 2016
- Revise and update existing tools based on lessons learned from roll-out efforts. Catalogue and monitor all pedagogical tools. Update and edit documents, such as handouts, glossaries, information sheets, cheat sheets, case studies and activities. Monitor the website to ensure that all of the latest tools and documents are available to users.
- Review existing deployment process and tools.
21 days
May 31 2016
- Manage proposal and concept note development and submission, work plan development, the project budget and reporting to donors; identify potential new donors.
- Engage and build working relationships with a broad range of partners including CPWG, INGOs, relevant governments and education and health partners.
21 days
June 30 2016
- Support development of new tools and documents, including:
i. Interactive web-based User Guide and training materials for the CPIMS+ module of Primero;
ii. Tools for CPIMS+ capacity development, including those that can support self-guided learning;
iii. Documents and infographics to be used for CPIMS+ advocacy.
- Document lessons learned for the effective integration and deployment of CPIMS+ to assist case management system and digitalization of child records during emergencies.
21 days
July 31 2016
total126 days
Key competences, technical background, and experience required Deadline
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How to Apply
Applicants are requested to send their submissions to pdconsultants@unicef.org with subject line:
“Inter-Agency Child Protection Information Management System Coordinator (IA CPIMS) Consultant” by 25th January 2016, 5:00pm EST.
Applications must include:
Please indicate your ability, availability and daily/monthly rate (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily/monthly rate will not be considered.
NOTE: Files should not exceed 5.0MB limit
UNICEF is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
[1] P 11 form can be downloaded from our website at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc
