Call for Tender: Review of Local Actors as Agents of Social Norm Change to Reduce Violence Against Children

Intro Save the Children Norway's Evidence & Learning unit is commissioning a review under the Norad-funded Transforming the Future for and with Children Programme 2024–2028 . The programme places strong emphasis on localisation and addressing harmful social norms that contribute to violence against children (VAC).

A baseline study (2024–2025) has established key indicators related to child safety in families and communities, with a midline survey planned for 2026. The programme relies heavily on local actors—such as community-based organisations, leaders, and service providers—as agents of change.

This review will examine how these local actors contribute to changes in social norms and reductions in violence against children, with a focus on Nepal and Uganda.

Purpose and Key Tasks Purpose

The review aims to:

Assess progress toward programme outcomes related to reducing violence against children Analyse how local actors influence social norms and contribute to measurable change Generate actionable recommendations to strengthen localisation and programme effectiveness Key Tasks

The consultant/team will be responsible for:

Conducting a quantitative analysis comparing baseline (2024/25) and midline (2026) data, including a potential geospatial analysis of outcome trends Carrying out qualitative fieldwork to understand mechanisms of social norm change and local actor agency Integrating quantitative and qualitative findings into a coherent analysis

Producing key deliverables including:

Inception note Midline spatial analysis brief Country case studies Final integrated evaluation report and learning brief Dissemination / Uptake plan

The consultant will work closely with Save the Children Norway's Evidence & Learning and Child Protection teams, with support from country offices for access to data and stakeholders.

Timeline and Methodology Timeline

Start date: November 2026 (following midline data availability)

End date: March 2027

Key milestones:

Inception phase Quantitative/Spatial analysis Field-based qualitative data collection Integration and reporting

Scope and Level of Effort

Estimated budget: NOK 600,000–800,000 including MVA.

Includes fieldwork, analysis, travel, and reporting Geographic Scope

Primary countries: Nepal and Uganda

Possible travel required for fieldwork Methodology

The assignment will apply a mixed-methods approach :

Quantitative: statistical and/or geospatial analysis (e.g., hotspot analysis, regression models)

Qualitative: interviews, focus groups, process tracing, and participatory tools

Integrated analysis linking outcome changes to mechanisms of influence Qualifications We are looking for consultants or teams with the following competencies:

Advanced degree (Master's or higher) in relevant social science fields Strong expertise in quantitative analysis , including regression modelling Proven experience with geospatial analysis Solid qualitative research skills and experience in field-based studies Demonstrated experience evaluating or researching social norms and behaviour change Ability to