Compensation and Benefits Study for the Democratic Republic of Congo At Carter Center

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS REVIEW FOR THE CARTER CENTER, DRC

1. About The Carter Center

The Carter Center is guided by the principles of our founders, former President Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter. Founded in partnership with Emory University on a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering, the Center seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.

2. Project Background

Since 2007, The Center has implemented programming in DRC at the national and local levels to address the need for transparency and accountability in key policies and practices related to the protection of human rights, citizen observation of elections and governance of extractive industries. The program operates on the principle that Congolese civil society is the main vehicle for achieving change and seeks to equip national civil society organizations with the organizational and technical tools to effectively advance reform. By strengthening Congolese civil society, the Center reinforces the country’s ability to move forward in a way that respects the will of the people and serves their needs.

3. Purpose of this assignment

The Center is seeking a Consultant/Firm/Agency to conduct a comprehensive Compensation Review (salary and all benefits) that provides The Center with:

• Clear understanding of the competitive NGO environment for salary and benefits that will attract and retain high-performing staff.
• Analysis that helps The Center align staff salary and benefits package with prevailing NGO market rates and ‘same level’ organizations (budget size, sector, etc.)
• Data that will ensure internal equity and external competitiveness of The Center’s DRC staff compensation.
• Draft guidelines for any missing elements of the compensation package (salary ranges and benefits) for potential adoption by The Center.

4. Scope of work:

All tasks will be conducted in consultation with The Carter Center.

Review job descriptions, organizational structure, pay policy, grade descriptions, job descriptions of each position, salary structure, existing salaries, and benefits of The Carter Center, DRC

Compare and analyze The Center’s external competitiveness with similarly situated other organizations Share market benchmarking for identified critical roles /positions.

5. Contract period

The Vendor is expected to complete all deliverables within 45 days of contract signing.

6. Deliverables

Inception Report which outlines the Consultant’s methodology

A final compensation and benefits survey report that meets industry standards. The report will include an introduction; survey methodology; results of the survey; comparative analysis of The Center’s salary and benefits as compared to comparable organizations/projects; and recommendations on revisions of compensation guidelines for inclusion in The Carter Center’s DRC country office Employee Handbook.

7. Evaluation Factors:

The Applicant’s package will be assessed based on:

a. Previous Experience – 40 points

Demonstrated professional experience working in the field of human resource management, particularly in the area of reviewing and developing job descriptions and compensation management. Proven experience in conducting similar work (market survey for development organizations).

Preference is provided for applicants who have conducted at least three organizations.

b. Proposed Methodology – 30 points

The proposed methodology must detail how the Vendor will create a competitive salary and benefits package for The Center’s DRC staff.

c. Gender and Inclusion – 30 points

The Applicant’s proposal includes a clear understanding of gender in their methodology, approach, and/or team composition.