Terms of Reference (ToR):Rapid Assessment of the Context of and Opportunities fo

About the role

The World University Service of Canada (WUSC) in partnership with Mastercard Foundation under the DREEM project seeks to conduct a rapid contextual assessment of the context and opportunities for refugees and displaced youth in Nigeria. This ToR role involves delivering a rapid assessment that informs future programming, partnerships and policy engagement.

What you'll do

• Conduct a rapid contextual assessment focused on refugees and internally displaced youth in Nigeria.
• Analyze policy, institutional, socioeconomic and political economy factors shaping inclusion and opportunities.
• Apply an intersectional lens to understand differences by gender, disability and exclusion factors.
• Identify practical opportunities for programming, partnerships and policy engagement.
• Summarize findings and provide actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Coordinate with project partners and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery.

What they're looking for

• Experience conducting rapid assessments or similar policy-oriented research in Nigeria or comparable contexts.
• Strong understanding of displacement, education, skills development and economic inclusion issues.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations.
• Proven stakeholder engagement and coordination skills with government, development partners and civil society.
• Experience applying an intersectional lens to analysis, with attention to gender and disabilities.

For applicants in Nigeria

• The listing shows a remote location with Nigeria as the country, so applicants in Nigeria may be eligible to apply.
• The listing does not specify a timezone requirement; confirm before interviewing.
• The listing does not specify contractor vs employee status; confirm during interview.
• The listing does not state a pay currency or range; confirm during interview.