Research for Youth SRHR in China(UNFPA)

Terms of Reference –Development of Youth Sexual Reproductive Health: Facts and Figures publicationPROJECT:Youth Sexual and Reproductive HealthFUNDING AGENCY:UNFPACONSUTLANCY REF:CPR6R105CONSULTANCY TYPE:Institutional consultancyREPORTING TO:UNFPA China, ASRH Focal PointTASKS REQUIRED:Development of Youth SRH: Facts and Figures brochure DURATION: 1 September 2009 – 30 November 20091. BackgroundUNFPA’s youth SRH programme in ChinaIn recognition of the unmet needs in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) of young people, UNFPA has made concrete progress in supporting the Chinese government to improve policy and practices to realize the reproductive health rights of young people. In accordance with UNFPA’s global Framework for Action on Adolescence and Young People, UNFPA/China 6th Country Programme (2006-2010) focuses on four key areas:1.evidence based youth policy development2.expanding access to life skills based SRH education3.the provision of a full package of SR health services to young people4.youth leadership and participationIn 2007 – 2008, UNFPA supported the development of the following two publications:1) Young People’s Sexual and Reproductive Health in China: Policy Review and 2) Sexual and Reproductive Health of Young People in China: Literature and Project Review 2003 – 2007. These two publications have proved useful resources and advocacy tools for policymakers, programme managers, NGOs and other stakeholders. However, it is recognized that the length of these publications limits the extent to which they can be used as a quick and easy reference documents for the current status of young people’s SRH. It is also noted that the literature review summarized the limited available data rather than contribute additional data.ASRH research studyIn July 2009, UNFPA launched a joint study with the National Working Committee on Children and Women and Peking University to review the situation of unmarried youth’s access to reproductive health information and services in China. The study, with a sample size of approximately 22,000, is expected to provide data representing the national picture of the key SRH knowledge, attitudes and practices for unmarried youth aged 15-24. It is anticipated the research results will be available in December and will be integrated into the final version of the Youth: Facts and Figures brochure.Facts and Figures SeriesSince 2003, UNFPA China has commenced developing a Facts and Figures brochure series addressing key areas within UNFPA’s mandate. To date, two brochures have been published: Aging – Facts and Figures 2006 and Sex Ratio – Facts and Figures 2007.2. Objectives of publicationTo provide an easy reference document for data on the SRH of youth in China and how the Chinese context compares to the global situationTo increase understanding of key SRH issues affecting young people in ChinaTo be used as an advocacy tool to promote the need for increased government focus on the SRH needs of young people, particularly through the development of a comprehensive policy response to youth SRHTo inform advocacy activities undertaken by our key implementing partners, including young members of the China Youth Network (CYN)3. Target group of publicationThe ‘gatekeepers’ in youth SRH, including key government decision-makers, school principals, teachers and the medical professionMembers of the international donor communityGovernment agencies, NGOS and civil society organizations working in areas overlapping with ASRH issuesProgramme officers working in the development sector4. Expected deliverables and relevant time framesSeptember - Review of available data, including meeting with relevant stakeholdersEnd of September - Decision made jointly with UNFPA regarding appropriate data to be used (including data that will become available in December from the ASRH research study)Mid October – Draft outline provided to UNFPA, CYN members and other partners for reviewEarly November – First draft of text provided to UNFPA, CYN members and other partners for review (with space for data to be inserted from ASRH research study)End of November – Second draft of text completed (with space for data to be inserted from ASRH research study)The text in the brochure should be written in both English and Chinese and should be written in simple and concise language. The data should be presented in a user-friendly manner using tables, graphs and maps.Please note that UNFPA will coordinate a peer review of the content prior to finalization.5. General structureThe final structure of the publication will be agreed upon in consultation with UNFPA. However, the following outline provides some initial guidance:1.Introduction – including relevant definitions2.An overview of key facts and figures – this section should use official government datawhere possible, include consideration of regional variation in China and provide a comparison to the global situation to indicate the position of China in relation to the world/region. Further consideration needs to be given to the specific data to be used, based on availability and source. Some options include:Number of young people and projected number in next 20 and 50 yearsAverage age of pubertyAverage age of marriageAverage age of first sexual experienceKnowledge of contraceptive methodsUse of contraception, including emergency contraceptionAbortion rateRate of repeat abortionsKnowledge of STI preventionHIV prevalencePrevalence of common STIsAdditional data to be collected according to ICPD and MDG 5b indicators3.National Response in China – this section should include an overview of relevant laws,policies and services4.UNFPA Position on ASHR – this section should include a summary of the UNFPA globalFramework for Action on Adolescents and Youth5.UNFPA Response in China – this section should provide an overview of key youth SRHinterventions supported by UNFPA in China6.References6. Reporting and accountabilityThe production of this material will be managed by UNFPA Deputy Representative. The successful institution will liaise with UNFPA through the ASRH focal point at UNFPA. The UNFPA data focal point and the UNFPA Assistant Representative on Advocacy will also serve as contacts for this task.The leading member of the successful institution will be held accountable for the quality of the deliverables and for providing regular progress updates.7. Profile of institution requiredThe institution must have expertise in the field of youth SRH and have a team of experts with skills in data collection and tabulation, data analysis and report writing.8. Consultancy fee and travel expensesThe total budget for the publication development should be no more than USD5, 000, involving the following items:1.Data search and tabulation2.Data analysis3.Report writing4.Miscellaneous and operational costsIt is expected that the team leader will meet face-to-face as necessary with the relevant UNFPA staff. Where the team leader is based outside of Beijing, a round trip air ticket to and from Beijing and taxi fares will be reimbursed at actual costs upon submission of used ticket stub and receipt. A daily allowance of 150RMB will also be provided for each day in Beijing for up to two days. Accommodation costs will also be covered by UNFPA.9. Useful reference materialFor guidance on publication design /structure: Aging – Facts and Figures 2006 and Sex Ratio – Facts and Figures 2007 by UNFPAYoung People’s Sexual and Reproductive Health in China: Policy Review by UNFPASexual and Reproductive Health of Young People in China: Literature and Project Review 2003 - 2007 by UNFPAUNFPA Demographic Health Surveys (DHS) Adolescent Data Guides -/adolescents/dhs_adolescent_guides.html10. Application processInterested institutions/research teams should e-mail an application to Ms Jin Hua, Programme Assistant, (jin@) by 6pm, Wednesday 26 August.The application should include the following:1. A cover letter addressing the strengths of the institution/research team with regards tothe Terms of Reference.2. A list of research team members and their CVs.3. A financial proposal detailing the budget and timeframe.。