Hiring consultant to conduct research on women’s coping strategies, GBV risks, socio-emotional trauma, and climate vulnerabilities in Taluka Kunri District Umerkot

The Research and Development Foundation (RDF), Hyderabad Sindh, invites experienced consultants or firms to submit their expression of interest for a consultancy to conduct research on women’s coping strategies, gender-based violence (GBV) risks, socio-emotional trauma, and climate vulnerabilities in Taluka Kunri, District Umerkot. This tender is issued under the Faith in Action project aimed at mobilizing civil society for lasting social change in District Sanghar and District Umerkot, Sindh Province. Items being procured: - Consultancy services to conduct research on women’s coping strategies - Assessment of GBV risks - Study of socio-emotional trauma - Analysis of climate vulnerabilities in Taluka Kunri District Umerkot The scope of work includes detailed field research, data collection, analysis, and reporting on the specified thematic areas. The consultant will work closely with RDF and its partner NCA to ensure comprehensive coverage and actionable findings. The research will require field visits to Taluka Kunri and engagement with local communities. Eligible bidders should be well-experienced individual consultants or firms with a proven track record in social research, gender studies, and climate vulnerability assessments. Registration with FBR and ATL is recommended. Familiarity with the local context of Sindh and prior experience in similar projects will be advantageous. The tender was published on 24th July 2026, with a submission deadline of 30th July 2026 at 5:00 PM. Proposals must be submitted in sealed envelopes to House# A-50, Sindhi Muslim Cooperative Housing Society, Qasimabad, Hyderabad. Interested parties can request detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) by emailing procurement.rdfhyd@gmail.com. A practical tip for bidders: Ensure your proposal clearly highlights your previous experience in gender-based research and includes a detailed methodology aligned with the TORs. Early submission is advised to avoid last-minute issues.