Consultant(s) for Research and Stakeholder Engagement – WISER  Tunisia -BBC Media Action عودة إلى الفرص

1. Background  

BBC Media Action, in partnership with the UK Met Office under the WISER MENA Programme,  is delivering the WISER Algeria & Tunisia project. This initiative aims to enhance early warning  systems and weather and climate information services (WCIS) for wildfire preparedness and  response. In Tunisia’s northeast, where wildfires have had devastating impacts, there is an  urgent need to understand stakeholder dynamics and communication gaps to enable locally  appropriate early warning communication.  

2. Objective of the Assignment  

To support timely delivery of the WISER Tunisia activities, the assignment will mobilize a  qualified consultant or team of consultants to:  

 Implement a field-based research assignment using tools provided by BBC Media  Action.  

 Conduct interviews and key informant discussions with local government actors, civil  society, and media stakeholders.  

 Facilitate stakeholder access, relationship-building, and coordination, especially with  government and CSOs active in wildfire response and public communication.  

3. Scope of Work  

The consultant(s) will:  

 Implement research tools developed by BBC Media Action (no tool design required). 

 Conduct semi-structured interviews with:  

o Governors, municipal leaders, Ministry of Environment and Interior staff  o INM (National Meteorology Institute)  

o Civil Protection officers  

o CSOs, women-led groups, and local media actors in wildfire-affected areas 

 Provide access coordination and stakeholder engagement support  

 Map relevant actors and relationships for future engagement and co-production 

 Logistically organize and coordinate field activities, ensuring timely data collection 

 Support trust-building and preliminary introductions with priority institutions 

4. Deliverables  

• Completed interview summaries/transcripts 
• Brief thematic analysis based on interviews  
• Stakeholder and network mapping report including key contacts 

5. Duration and Level of Effort  

 Start Date: Immediate – as early as June 2025 

 Expected Duration: ~2– 4 weeks, for the research and continue for the coordination  support.  

Due to the start of the 2025 wildfire season, rapid mobilization is critical. Consultants must  demonstrate ability to begin work within 1 week of contract signing.  

6. Required Profile  

 Field-based qualitative research experience (preferably using structured tools) 

 Knowledge of environmental projects or disaster preparedness in Tunisia 

 Strong network in North-East Tunisia (Jendouba, Béja, Bizerte, Kef, Zaghouan, Nabeul) 

 Demonstrated ability to secure meetings with public officials 

 Arabic and French fluency required; English an asset  

 Familiarity with safeguarding, consent, and ethical data collection  

7. Management and Support  

The consultant(s) will report to BBC Media Action’s Research Manager and coordinate closely  with the Senior Project Manager. All methodology, interview tools, and orientation support will  be provided by BBC Media Action.  

8. Application Requirements  

Interested applicants should submit:  

 A short technical proposal outlining understanding of the assignment, proposed  methodology, and work plan  

 A financial proposal (daily rate + anticipated expenses)  

 CV(s) and description of relevant past assignments  

 Contact information for at least two referees  

Deadline for applications: 16th June 2025  

Submit to: procurement@tn.bbcmediaaction.org