Objectives of the Training

This training aims to:

Strengthen young women’s understanding of leadership and governance structures in South Sudan, with an emphasis on the roles, responsibilities, and opportunities within local government systems.

 Enhance the capacity of young women to engage meaningfully in political and governance processes, with a particular focus on leveraging the 35% affirmative action quota under the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS).

 Introduce and contextualize the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) and Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) agendas, guided by UNSCR 1325 and 2250, highlighting their significance for young women’s leadership and participation in governance and peacebuilding initiatives.

Equip participants with practical knowledge and tools for effective engagement in local governance and electoral processes, including interactions with the local municipal councils, local administrators, and community leadership structures.

Develop essential leadership competencies including, public speaking, negotiation and confidence-building skills to help young women to navigate political and civic spaces successfully.

Foster leadership pathways by equipping the young women with skills and strategies necessary for assuming leadership positions within the governance institutions, civil society organizations, and community initiatives.

Facilitate the creation of individualized and collective action plans enabling participants to translate learning into actionable strategies for political participation and governance engagement at local and national levels.   

Scope of Work for the Consultant

The consultant will be responsible for:

Developing a training module tailored to young women’s leadership, civic engagement, and local governance in South Sudan. The module should be incorporated

The 35% quota under R-ARCSS includes a practical analysis of existing gaps, challenges, and opportunities.

The Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) and Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) agendas (UNSCR 1325 and 2250) and their relevance to young women’s participation in governance and peacebuilding.

Practical knowledge on local governance structures, electoral processes, and stakeholder engagement at community and municipal levels

Facilitating a two-day interactive training that;

Explores leadership roles and opportunities within the local governance and political spaces

Provides practical sessions on public speaking, negotiation, confidence-building, andleadership development.

Utilizes group exercises, case studies, and scenario-based learning for effective knowledge transfer.

Delivering focused sessions on Strengthening young women participation in local governance, covering

Understanding Local Governance: Exploring the structure, roles, and responsibilities of local government in South Sudan.

Linking Local & National Politics: Examining how local governance connects to broader national decision-making and why young women’s engagement is critical.

Practical Advocacy & Accountability: Providing strategies for young women to engage with government institutions, advocate for gender-inclusive policies, hold leaders accountable, and influence decision-making at local, state, and national levels.

Facilitating the development of individualized and collective action plans that outline strategies for sustained engagement in governance and leadership roles at local and national levels.

Documenting the training process, including

Key discussions, insights, and lessons learned.

Participant feedback and reflections.

Actionable recommendations for sustaining young women’s political and civic engagement.

 Deliverables

The consultant is expected to deliver the following:

1. A comprehensive training module including detailed session plans, learning objectives, facilitation guides and pre and post training evaluation questions. Facilitation of a two-day training workshop with interactive sessions, group exercises, and case studies.
2. Resource materials for participants including slides, handouts, case studies, governance toolkits and templates for developing personal and collective action.
3. A comprehensive post training report summarizing key discussions, immediate results, participant engagement, lessons learned, an analysis of the 35% quota implementation challenges and opportunities and recommendations for further capacity building and support
4. Follow-up recommendations on how to sustain young women’s engagement in political and civic spaces.
5. 1. Profile Consultant and Qualifications

   The ideal consultant should possess the following qualifications:

   • Extensive experience in gender, governance, and peacebuilding training, particularly in South Sudan.
   • Strong knowledge of South Sudan’s governance structures, electoral processes, and civic engagement landscape.
   • Proven expertise in designing and delivering interactive, practical training programs for young women leaders.
   • Experience conducting political and governance assessments, including desk reviews, surveys, and interviews.
   • Strong facilitation and mentorship skills, with experience working with WHRDs and youth-led organizations.
   • Ability to develop comprehensive reports detailing training outcomes, assessment findings, and strategic recommendations.

   The consultant should be highly skilled in engaging diverse groups of women and creating inclusive learning environments that foster leadership, confidence, and advocacy skills.

   2. Expected Impact and Sustainability

   This training is expected to empower young women leaders to actively engage in governance, peacebuilding, and advocacy efforts. By equipping them with the necessary skills, the program will:

   • Increase young women’s representation in political decision-making spaces.
   • Strengthen their ability to advocate for gender-responsive governance and policies.
   • Encourage government and community stakeholders to support young women’s participation.
   • Develop long-term mentorship networks and peer learning platforms.

   To ensure sustainability, SIHA will continue to support participants beyond the training period by facilitating mentorship programs, networking opportunities, and ongoing engagement with policymakers.