Rapid Mapping and Roadmap Development on Disability Assessment Criteria Consultant, Moldova,5 months, Moldova, Remotely

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Purpose of Assignment

The purpose of this consultancy is to support the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection (MLSP) in analysing the disability system, progress, achievements, and challenges in the disability determination process in the Republic of Moldova. This includes assessing the existing disability framework to develop a Road Map for the designing criteria for determining disability in children and adults, in line with international/EU Member States’ practices, aligned with the biopsychosocial model and the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health - Children and Youth version (ICF-CY). The main deliverable will be a practical, forward-looking roadmap for revising and piloting the disability assessment criteria in the Republic of Moldova.

Scope of Work

Moldova has made progress in disability rights, but significant gaps remain in ensuring full inclusion, equal access to services, and adequate support—especially for children with disabilities. The current disability assessment system is partly reformed but still inconsistent in identifying needs and linking them to services across sectors like health, education, and social protection.

UNICEF will hire a consultant to review and strengthen this system, with a focus on making it more integrated, needs-based, and aligned with international standards (including the CRPD and ICF frameworks).

The consultant will:

• Assess the current disability assessment and determination system
• Identify gaps and challenges in processes, criteria, and coordination
• Develop a practical roadmap for reforming the system
• Ensure stakeholder engagement and validation throughout the process

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