Expression of Interest: Consultancy for Screening, Assessment and Intervention for Inclusive Wellbeing for Children with Special Education Needs and Disabilities in Somalia

Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) 4 Project  

Location: Las’anod District, Sool Region, Somalia

Deadline for Applications: September , 2025.

Contact Email: [email protected]

Subject Line: “Expression of Interest for ToT on EWEA & DRR”


Background

ADRA Somalia is committed to promoting inclusive education and ensuring equal access to quality learning for all children, including those with special education needs and disabilities (SEND). Despite global efforts, children with disabilities in Somalia continue to face significant educational exclusion. This consultancy aims to address these gaps through comprehensive screening, assessment, and intervention strategies.

Objectives:

The consultant will gather information for decision-making and intervention in the following areas:

  • Screening of children with special needs
  • Recommending appropriate interventions
  • Individual program planning and implementation
  • Progress monitoring and evaluation

Scope of Work:

The assignment will involve:

  • Developing a detailed work plan for assessment
  • Conducting assessments and preparing reports
  • Proposing interventions (including equipment and support)
  • Creating a work plan for implementation and follow-up

Deliverables

  • Detailed work plan
  • Assessment report and debrief
  • Proposed interventions with specifications and estimated costs
  • Implementation roadmap
  • Creating a work plan for implementation and follow-up

Duration

The consultancy will run for 40 days during December 2025 and January 2026.


Qualifications

Applicants should demonstrate:

  • Expertise in special needs education and inclusive education
  • Experience in assessment and intervention planning
  • Strong understanding of early childhood development and disability inclusion

Proposal Submission

Interested candidates should submit:

  • Technical Proposal: Approach, methodology, and timelines
  • Financial Proposal: Professional fees, travel, taxes, and other costs (in USD)
  • Overview of qualifications and relevant experience

Deadline: 30th November 2025
Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: Expression of Interest for Disability Assessment and Intervention

For further details, download the full Terms of Reference 


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