Consultancy Advocacy Access to Justice Uzbekistan – 14 octobre 2026

Contexte

ECPAT International is a global network of organisations working together for the elimination of the sexual exploitation of children in all its manifestations i.e., exploitation of children in prostitution, online child sexual exploitation, sale and trafficking of children for sexual purposes, sexual exploitation of children in travel and tourism and some forms of child, early and forced marriage. The ECPAT Network currently consists of 143 members working at national and local levels in 115 countries.

The ECPAT International Secretariat coordinates the global work of the organisation and is based in Bangkok, Thailand. The Secretariat designs and implements global and regional level programmes, and undertakes programming, advocacy and research and facilitates a range of network initiatives.

In 2024-2025, ECPAT International conducted research on children’s access to justice and legal remedies in cases of sexual exploitation in Uzbekistan. The resulting publication, Access to Justice and Legal Remedies for Children Subjected to Sexual Exploitation in Uzbekistan, assessed the extent to which children subjected to sexual exploitation can effectively access reporting mechanisms, child-centred justice procedures, recovery and reintegration services, and remedies, including compensation.

The research identified several strengths within the Uzbek legal and institutional framework, as well as persistent challenges that may hinder children’s ability to seek justice and obtain effective remedies. Based on these findings, an Advocacy Roadmap was agreed upon with stakeholders in the country outlining priority actions for strengthening access to justice and legal remedies for children subjected to sexual exploitation. The roadmap includes recommendations aimed at improving legal and policy frameworks, enhancing child-centred justice processes, strengthening multidisciplinary responses, and ensuring that children can access appropriate support and remedies throughout their recovery.

Building on this work, ECPAT International is now entering a new phase focused on advancing the implementation of the Advocacy Roadmap and promoting uptake of the report’s recommendations among relevant stakeholders in Uzbekistan. Through targeted advocacy and stakeholder engagement, the project seeks to contribute to policy and practice changes that strengthen children’s access to justice and legal remedies and improve responses to child sexual exploitation.

Missions et responsabilités

The objective of this consultancy is to support the implementation of advocacy actions identified in the Advocacy Roadmap accompanying the 2025 report on access to justice and legal remedies in Uzbekistan.

Based on an assessment of strategic relevance, feasibility and available resources, ECPAT International has identified a number of priority advocacy targets within the Advocacy Roadmap for implementation during 2026-2027. Applicants are expected to develop a proposed advocacy and stakeholder engagement plan that contributes to the advancement of one or more of the selected outcomes and targets outlined below, including proposed activities, target stakeholders, expected results and timelines.

• Objective 1: Promote fair and equitable treatment of survivors of child sexual exploitation and abuse in the justice system.
• Outcome 1.1: Justice and law enforcement professionals are trained in handling child sexual exploitation and abuse cases using gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory approaches.
• Target 1.1.3: Develop and integrate mandatory training modules on gender-sensitive, non-discriminatory approaches to working with survivors in both pre-service and in-service curricula for relevant law enforcement and justice professionals.
• Outcome 1.2: Improved public and professional recognition of the harm caused to survivors by gender-based bias, discrimination, and harmful stereotypes.
• Target 1.2.2: Collaborate with media councils and journalism associations to develop and institutionalise codes of conduct and practical guidance on using rights-based, non-stigmatising language when reporting on cases of child sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Objective 2: Strengthen access to free legal and psychological assistance for survivors of child sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Outcome 2.1: Referral mechanisms between state bodies and civil society are established to ensure survivors receive timely legal and psychological assistance.
• Target 2.1.2: Streamline the referral protocols into the standard operating procedures of relevant frontline professionals, including police, prosecutors, social workers, and service providers, to ensure consistent survivor access to assistance.

Applicants are encouraged to explain which of the above outcomes and targets they intend to prioritise and to justify their proposed approach. While ECPAT International has identified these targets as priority areas for advocacy in 2026-2027, applicants may also propose complementary actions from the Advocacy Roadmap where these are considered relevant to achieving sustainable policy and practice change.

The exact scope of tasks and deliverables will be finalised with the selected consultant during the contracting and inception phase, based on the proposed methodology and selected advocacy priorities.

Profil recherché

• Proven experience in designing and implementing advocacy initiatives, stakeholder engagement processes, or policy influencing strategies.
• Strong understanding of child rights, child protection, access to justice and legal remedies, and/or responses to child sexual exploitation and abuse.
• Demonstrated experience engaging with government institutions, justice sector professionals, education stakeholders, civil society organisations and other relevant groups.
• Knowledge of the Uzbek legal, policy and institutional context, particularly in relation to child protection, education, justice or human rights.
• Experience developing advocacy strategies, policy briefs, stakeholder engagement plans, consultation reports, or similar outputs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Uzbek.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with ECPAT International and relevant national partners.

Conditions et avantages

The service agreement is expected to take place between November 2026 and July 2027. The exact duration, level of effort, timeline and milestones will be determined during the contracting phase and will depend on the advocacy approach and implementation plan proposed by the selected consultant. Applicants should therefore include a proposed timeline and indicative level of effort as part of their technical proposal.

This is a home-based position using their own equipment. The consultant(s) should be available for online calls including with different time zones in particular with Thailand where ECPAT International Secretariat is based.

The Consultant is expected to act at all times in a manner consistent with the values of ECPAT International and in compliance with the organisation’s policies and procedures including Safeguarding Policies and the Code of Conduct.

ECPAT International anticipates allocating approximately USD 9,000 to this service agreement, covering both personnel and activity-related costs.

As a child-focused organisation, ECPAT has a strong commitment to child safeguarding and rigorous procedures, and the successful candidate will be required to sign our 2 codes of conduct.

Dossier de candidature

• Technical proposal identifying the objective(s), outcome(s) and target(s) proposed to focus on, describing proposed advocacy and stakeholder engagement activities, and indicating proposed geographical scope and an indicative timeline.
• CV(s) demonstrating relevant experience of the team.
• Financial proposal in USD.

Comment postuler

Please send a technical offer along with your financial offer in USD to [email protected] mentioning: Your name and “Advocacy Child-Centred Justice in Uzbekistan” in the subject header.

Applications from an agency or group of consultants can be accepted.

Deadline: 1 November 2026

Reference: Advocacy Child-Centred Justice in Uzbekistan