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BH-L1033: CITIZEN SECURITY AND JUSTICE PROGRAMME (CSJP) TERMS OF REFERENCE CONSULTANCY: Development of Feasibility Study for a Violence Interrupter Model for the Citizen Security and Justice Programme 1.

Background: The Ministry of Finance of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas has received financing from the Inter- American Development Bank (IADB) (Loan BH-L1033), to implement a Citizen Security and Justice Programme.
The overall objectives of this program are to: (i) improve behaviours for non-violent conflict resolution in New Providence; (ii) increase employability and employment of the at-risk youth population in New Providence; (iii) strengthen institutional capabilities of justice services; and (iv) reduce the recidivism rate among persons within the juvenile system.
In order to reach the first of the loan’s objectives, the Ministry of National Security intends to apply part of the proceeds of this Loan to contract a consultant to design, develop and deliver a Feasibility Study for a Violence Interrupter Model.

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Objective(s) of the Assignment: The overall objective of this consultancy is to undertake a feasibility study which as an output, will design, develop and deliver a Model for Violence Interrupters inclusive of recommendations for manpower, position descriptions and an implementation strategy for the application of such a Model.
The overarching goal will be to increase local capacity on the island of New Providence by providing targeted interpersonal and technical skills training for Violence Interrupters.

Such local capacity includes the development of knowledge and skill to identify youth at risk for being involved in violent activities, and intervene in circumstances in which gun violence is likely; including possible retaliation.
As such, the consultant will work in tandem with a consulting firm who will be tasked with designing, developing and delivering Violence Interrupter training based on the Model as an output of this consultancy.
The outcome of training based on the Violence Interrupter Model is intended to teach Violence Interrupters more about the causes of shootings/killings and better tool them to assist in mediating situations, and preventing retaliation between individuals and groups (e.g., working with the community, outreach programs to gain information that may be helpful in preventing additional killings and or acts of violence).
The specific objectives are to: (i) (ii) (iii) design a localized comprehensive Violence Interrupter Model that is informed by evidence-based international, regional and local experience; work along with a consultancy firm to ensure that the Violence Interrupter Model is incorporated into subsequent Violence Interrupter training and; apply the use of an evaluation and sustainment strategy included as a part of the Violence Interrupter Model as a foundation on which to ensure valid instructional design and development based on the Model concepts.
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Specific tasks to be performed by the Consultant: Under the overall supervision of the Ministry of National Security’s Citizen Security and Justice Programme, the Consultant will answer to the Project Manager and work with the Component I Coordinator to: Analysis: i) Establish an evidence based, methodological framework suitable for use in the construction of a Violence Interrupter Model inclusive of an evaluation/sustainment strategy ii) Conduct an on-site Field Visit to consult with a Focal Point Team of Violence Interrupters who will provide guidance on the current practices/protocols/approach, as well as the country context and other country specific issues related to the deliverables.
This Focal Point Team will assist in generating support from the relevant stakeholders as it relates to collecting data on expected performance (task analysis) and actual performance (using surveys, interviews, observations, tests, and records) iii) Conduct a performance analysis to define the problem/opportunity as it relates to the existing practices/protocols/approach used by Violence Interrupters as well as to identify gaps, test each gap, confirm causes and propose solutions iv) Differentiate the knowledge and skill gaps from other environmental factors (i.e.
capacity, incentive/motivation, conditions, feedback etc.)

Design and Development: i) Design and execute a mixed-method study to assess the level and rate of crime within The Bahamas and on the island of New Providence.

In particular, assessment factors influencing crime and violence should focus on activity within the last 5 years.
Methodology should: a. operationally define crime and violence in a manner that reflects an understanding of the factors (socioeconomic, psychological, cultural and gender) that influence crime and violence and; b. include quantitative data.
Model design however, should be predominately qualitative in orientation with appropriate sampling and consenting procedure for data collection and analysis ii) Review and evaluate interventions and models for Violence Interruption presently in use in North America as well as within the Caribbean region along with conditions that contribute to efficacy of the implementation and use of such models in respect to prevention and control of violence eruption and retaliation iii) Draft a detailed Violence Interrupter Model design, using the data gathered in activities and building on data obtained through the use of current Violence Interrupter Models grounded on evidence-based research.
Such a model should include cognitive behavior interventions as well as training and non-training programming iv) Liaise with a consultancy firm to ensure that the use of the proposed Violence Interrupter Model serves as a foundation for the subsequent training that will be designed, developed and delivered.
Specific integration of the use of the newly designed Violence Interrupter Model may include and is not limited to the areas of manpower assessment/requirements, position descriptions, incumbent knowledge, skill 2 | P a g e - characteristics as well as other areas of relevant applicability inclusive of non- training/learning interventions v) Include specific behavior modification and implementation guidelines for the use of the Violence Interrupter Model and approaches/guidelines to be used by the individuals who will be trained to activate it.
The proposed Violence Interrupter Model should be adaptable to the developmental needs of Violence Interrupters and should incentivize the system to reward desired behavior, while holding perpetrators accountable for infractions vi) Such a Model, should include a methodology for introducing and removing individuals from the Violence Interrupter Programme inclusive and not limited to Government subvention and or recommendations/appeals from the respective agencies that includes and not limited to Governmental (law enforcement, Department of Correctional Services and or the Department of Rehabilitation and Welfare Services) 4.
Qualifications/expertise sought (required educational background, years of relevant work experience, other special skills or knowledge required): Qualification Requirements: 4.1 Overarching Qualifications and Experience: 4.1.1 Ph.

D Degree preferred, Master’s Degree in Criminology, Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitative Education or related field in the Social Sciences 4.1.2 At least ten (10) years professional experience with demonstrated competence in delivering Violence Interrupter/community outreach.
Proven success record of building strong relationships with youth, residents and community groups; as well as successful experience with methodologies for affecting institutional reform processes 4.1.3 A minimum of three (3) professional references who will verify the consultant and product’s competence and, professionalism, based on previous contractual relationships 4.1.4 Demonstrated knowledge, skill and in experience working with a wide range of national stakeholders (including law enforcement) relating to justice for children, youth, adults and institutional reform 4.1.5 Experience in working with Governmental organizations, international organizations and small island nations are strong assets 5.
Deliverables: i. ii.

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Create a Work Plan/Inception Report document that will be submitted within the first two (2) weeks of the consultancy.

This will be inclusive of steps for progressing through the consultancy with a corresponding timeline for consultancy completion Study document on crime and violence in New Providence showing significant contributing factors (along with other methods, results should be validated by triangulation).
Recommendation(s) should include information for use by stakeholders in reducing the overall crime rate.

Develop an Evaluation Study Document that assesses: (1) the proposed Violence Interruption Model and; 3 | P a g e - (2) the conditions (training and non-training related) that must be present to influence the effectiveness of its use iv.

Create a Violence Interrupter Model.


This Model, against which the training is designed, developed and delivered will be validated in the first instance in collaboration with the consultancy firm.
Such collaboration will be realized through a system of Internal Verification inclusive of a Verification Plan, Record of Outcomes and Internal Verification Report as follows: • Verification Plan inclusive of: o Select sample o Verification of Violence Interrupter’s work based on the Violence Interrupter Model and corresponding training • Record of Outcomes inclusive of: o Feedback to assessor o Recommendations • Internal Verification Report inclusive of: o Appropriateness and clarity of assessment decisions o Validity and appropriateness of assessment activities for the aims of the program and levels and credit value of the units in the program o Evidence of achievement, sufficient, authentic, current, valid o Brief details of examples of good practice in assessment/recording that may be useful to share o Proposed action 6.
Payment Schedule: This assignment should be completed during the period of 5 months • 20% on submission and acceptance of Work Plan/Inception Report Document • 25% on submission and acceptance of Study Document on Crime and Violence in New Providence • 25% on submission and acceptance of Evaluation Study Document that assesses the proposed Violence Interruption Model • 30% on submission and acceptance of Violence Interruption Model inclusive of completion of Internal Verification in conjunction with consultancy firm 7.
Performance Evaluation: • Practical knowledge of and experience in the field • Ability to adapt knowledge and experience to assigned tasks • Initiative • Productivity • Ability to work with others • Adherence to TOR and executing agency’s working regulations • Quality of work completed 4 | P a g e - 8.
Citizen Security and Justice Programme Recourse: The Citizen Security and Justice Programme reserves the right to withhold all, or a portion of payment if performance is unsatisfactory, if work outputs are incomplete, not delivered, or for failure to meet deadlines.

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Documents to be included when making your submission: i) Letter of interest (dated and signed), explaining why they are the most suitable for the work ii) Updated and Completed CV 10.
Obligations of Citizen Security and Justice Programme Project Implementation Unit: The Citizen Security and Justice Programme Project Implementation Unit agrees to: i) Review and provide feedback on consultancy deliverables; ii) Provide the consultant with all necessary logistical support to ensure that the consultant(s) undertake the consultancy with reasonable efficiency; iii) Meet all the agreed cost related to the consultancy; iv) Provide relevant documents and make all necessary contacts that may be needed; and v) Guide the consultancy as needed and necessary.
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Intellectual Property Rights: The Bahamas Government shall hold all property rights, such as copyright, patents and registered trademarks, on matters directly related to, or derived from, the work carried out through this contract.

The Consultant shall avoid copyright violations on all work related to this contract.

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