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Request for Proposal ( RFP )

Program name and description Since 2014 , the Middle East Investment Initiative ( MEI ) has been managing a SME technical assistance program in Palestine . The Technical Assistance Program ( TAP ) in conjunction with a loan guarantee facility were designed to increase access to finance and enhance financial literacy of SMEs in the marginalized areas of the Gaza Strip , East Jerusalem and Area C of the West Bank . More information about TAP can be found under www.Tamweeli.ps .

Contracting Authority Middle East Investment Initiative , www.meii.org . Overall objectives Mell is seeking a certified gender consultant ( Consultant ) to conduct a participatory gender audit of the impact of Mell and its current programs and assess dimensions of gender equality and economic advancement .

Eligibility All local and international consultants with gender audit experience , including experience related to women's economic empowerment , and NGO's . Experience with the Palestinian SME
ector is plus . Experience with financial eracy programs and access to finance programs is highly desirable . Eligible and interested consultants can request a more detailed Terms of Reference ( TOR ) by sending their CV and a brief profile highlighting their experience with gender Audit , access to finance , and women's economic empowerment to the email below .

Deadline for submitting the RFP July 29 , 2020 .

Details for receipt of applications All documents must be in English , and sent to Info@meii.org .