Baseline Study: Enhancing Accessibility, Rehabilitation, and Community Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Amman, Karak, Zarqa, and Irbid At Christian Blind Mission

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Baseline Study: Enhancing Accessibility, Rehabilitation, and Community Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Amman, Karak, Zarqa, and Irbid

Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID) Project – 2025 – 2028

King Hussein Foundation (KHF) in cooperation with CBM Christoffel Blindenmission

Strategic Context and Regional Imperatives

The “Enhancing Accessibility, Rehabilitation, and Community Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Amman, Karak, Zarqa, and Irbid” project is a three-year initiative (2025-2028) funded by the European Union (EU). The project is implemented by the King Hussein Foundation (KHF) in collaboration with CBM Christoffel Blindenmission (CBM). Its overarching goal is to improve the quality of life and foster the social, economic, and political participation of persons with disabilities in local communities across the four target governorates.

Project Implementation Plan (Years 1–3)

The 36-month timeline begins with a critical inception period.

Baseline Study: Terms of Reference

This section serves as the formal Terms of Reference (ToR) for the baseline study, which is a participatory community mapping and assessment exercise rather than a standard data collection activity. It establishes the evidence base for refining the project’s action plan and measuring long-term impact.

  • Overall Objective of the Baseline Study

To collect comprehensive data on the current situation in the targeted communities to establish a benchmark against which the project’s progress and impact can be measured. It will assess and explore community perceptions to understand the needs, aspirations, and barriers faced by persons with disabilities, their families, and other community members, analyzing the existing culture of inclusion.

  • Specific Objectives of the Baseline Study

The study will focus on four key interlinked areas:

1. Participatory Community Mapping

2. OPD Engagement and Capacity Assessment

3. Stakeholder Analysis

4. Community Self-Assessment

Consultant Profile

The baseline study will be entrusted to a consultant or consulting firm with the following qualifications:

  • Proven Expertise: Minimum 7-10 years of proven expertise in conducting baseline studies, evaluations, and analysis in community development, disability inclusion, and human rights.
  • Technical Knowledge: Demonstrated experience in participatory community mapping and CBID approaches. Strong knowledge of UNCRPD and Jordan’s national policies (Law No. 20 of 2017, National Strategy for Social Protection, National CBID Strategy 2026-2030).
  • Methodological Skills: Strong analytical skills in quantitative and qualitative research methods, including data disaggregation. Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive, participatory research methods with persons with diverse impairments is essential.
  • Language Proficiency: Fluency in both English and Arabic (written and spoken) is mandatory. All deliverables must be submitted in English.
  • Contextual Knowledge: Excellent understanding of the Jordanian context, particularly the social, economic, and political landscape in Amman, Karak, Zarqa, and Irbid.
  • Inclusivity: Persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The consultant must demonstrate a commitment to inclusive and accessible research practices.

Duration of the Consultancy

The total estimated duration is 60 working days, to be completed within a period of 3 months from the signing of the contract.

Roles and Responsibilities

The Consultant/Consulting Firm will be responsible for:

  • Design and development of a participatory, inclusive, and accessible study protocol and methodology in close collaboration with KHF, CBM, and OPD representatives.
  • Overall management and implementation of all phases of the baseline study, including recruitment and supervision of field staff.
  • Ensuring accuracy, validity, reliability, and ethical collection of all qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Conducting comprehensive data processing, cleaning, and analysis.
  • Production of all deliverables as outlined above.

KHF, in collaboration with CBM and OPD representatives, will be responsible for:

  • Providing technical support to ensure quality and inclusivity.
  • Participating in the selection of the consultant.
  • Reviewing and validating the study protocol, tools, work plan, and final report.
  • Facilitating the consultant’s access to communities and linkages with partners and stakeholders.
  • Coordinating with governorates and line ministries to secure necessary approvals.
  • Assisting in identification of targeted groups and communities.
  • Sharing all relevant background information and existing data.
  • Leading dissemination of the final baseline report.

Government and local authorities are expected to support the study by:

  • Coordinating with relevant government offices to secure necessary approvals.
  • Facilitating involvement of authorities, persons with disabilities, families, and other stakeholders.
  • Contributing relevant local data and information.
  • Endorsing final information collected at their respective levels.

How to apply

Interested consultants or consulting firms are invited to submit a combined technical and financial proposal no later than [30 June 2026] by email to: info.em@cbm.org

The proposal must include:

  1. Technical Offer (Max. 15 pages):
    • Brief presentation of the consultant/group, legal status, core expertise, relevant experience, and at least three references from similar assignments.
    • Detailed methodological approach describing proposed methods and tools for data collection and analysis, ensuring validity, ethical standards, and participatory/inclusive design for persons with different types of disabilities.
  2. Financial Offer:
    • A detailed budget breakdown in Euros (EUR) or Jordanian Dinars (JOD), covering all professional fees, per diems, transportation, meetings, and any other costs. The financial offer must be realistic and justified.

Note: The consultant/consulting group is responsible for all logistical arrangements (e.g., computers, transport, insurance) necessary for successful completion of the baseline study.

For more details of the ToR, please read the full document here: http://www.cbm.org/accessibility-study-tor