Job Summary
Law Society Of Zimbabwe: Terms Of Reference- Development Of Election Observation Tool
1. Background
1.1. Zimbabwe is already in the pre-election phase with By-Elections set for 26 March 2022 whilst harmonised elections are less than 15 months away. The proclamation of the 26 March 2022 By elections and the expectation of a 2023 Harmonised elections signal the electoral period. The Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) has in the past implemented a number of initiatives aimed at positively contributing to improved electoral governance. Some of the initiatives that the LSZ has undertaken include capacity strengthening of the legal profession to be able to contribute to good electoral jurisprudence. The LSZ has also participated in the observation of the elections with a view to identify law and policy issues that could be considered for purposes of improving on the electoral governance in Zimbabwe. The LSZ’s participation has been informed by the need to contribute towards justice and the rule of law from an independent and objective perspective.
Duties And Responsibilities
2. Scope of Consultancy
The Law Society of Zimbabwe therefore seeks the services of a Consultant who will work under the overall supervision and direction of the LSZ.
2.1. The consultancy is aimed at achieving the following;
2.1.1. Review Election Observation Tools used in the last election period and identify areas for consideration in developing a revised tool which will enable members of the legal profession to monitor the pre and post election period processes from a good governance perspective.
2.1.2. Develop an Election Observation Guide/Tool which will be used in monitoring electoral processes before, during and after elections.
2.1.3. Present the Electoral Observation Tool at the stakeholders’ validation conference and incorporate the stakeholders views into the revised Electoral Observation Tool
3. Consultancy Period
The above mentioned activities which constitute the will be conducted between the 30th of March 2022 and 6 April 2022. The draft Electoral Observation will be submitted to the Law Society by the 7th of April 2022.
4. Expected Output
At the end of the consultancy, the consultant shall produce and a draft Election Observation Tool which will be used by the legal profession in monitoring electoral processes before, during and after elections.
Qualifications And Experience
5. Qualifications
• The consultant must hold a Degree in Political Science, Law or Social Science. A Masters degree or an equivalent postgraduate degree in the same filed will be an added advantage.
• The consultant must also have demonstrable experience in electoral governance processes.
Applicants should submit the following:
1. An Expression of Interest of not more than 3 pages. The Expression of Interest must detail the researcher’s understanding of the Terms of Reference. The Expression of Interest must also include the proposed work plan and a budget, indicating a breakdown of all costs for conducting this project;
2. A cover letter summarising the applicant’s qualifications;
3. Curriculum Vitae;
4. A sample of relevant work.
How To Apply
Applications must be addressed to secretary@lsz.co.zw and copied to rebecca@lsz.co.zw
Deadline for submissions is Monday 28 March 2022 on or before 1200 hours.