Social Protection Policy Mapping Consultancy

About the role

Sightsavers is seeking an experienced consultant to conduct a comprehensive mapping and analysis of Malawi's social protection policies. The assignment will support the implementation of the National Social Protection Policy (2024‑2029) and promote inclusive, disability‑sensitive interventions.

Key responsibilities

• Map and assess the full range of social protection mechanisms covered by the NSPP, including safety nets, resilient livelihoods, nutrition‑sensitive programmes, shock‑sensitive interventions, and social security schemes.
• Analyse coverage, impact, and integration of these mechanisms, with a focus on accessibility, adequacy, and responsiveness for persons with disabilities.
• Review implementation status, eligibility criteria, funding and payment mechanisms, and the extent of disability inclusion.
• Identify and document key stakeholders, their roles, and coordination arrangements across government, development partners, humanitarian actors, and civil society, especially organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs).
• Benchmark the NSPP and its seven strategic pillars against regional frameworks (e.g., African Union, SADC) and global standards (e.g., ILO Recommendation No. 202, SDGs).
• Evaluate inclusivity of current programmes for persons with disabilities, women, and other marginalized groups.
• Highlight systemic gaps and propose opportunities for synergy and collaboration.
• Produce deliverables including a comprehensive policy inventory, a policy‑mapping matrix, and an institutional‑stakeholder map.

Required profile

• Proven experience in social protection policy analysis and mapping, preferably in Malawi or comparable low‑income contexts.
• Demonstrated knowledge of disability inclusion and gender‑responsive approaches within social protection systems.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize policy documents, data, and stakeholder inputs.
• Excellent written communication skills in English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Consultancy fee to be negotiated.
• Opportunity to influence national policy and promote inclusive social protection in Malawi.