Tenders Are Invited For Develop A Comprehensive Conflict Of Interest Policy To Ensure That Organizational Decisions Are Made Objectively And In The Best Interests Of The Organization

Tenders are invited for develop a comprehensive Conflict of Interest Policy to ensure that organizational decisions are made objectively and in the best interests of the organization Scope of Work The selected consultant shall: Review and assess: Review BASRs organizational context, governance arrangements, and relevant procedures to identify potential conflict-of-interest risks and institutional needs. Develop the policy: Prepare a Conflict-of-Interest Policy that includes: Definitions and examples of actual, potential, and perceived conflicts of interest. Requirements for identifying, disclosing, and reporting conflicts, including the submission and periodic updating of declarations by relevant personnel. Roles and responsibilities of the Board of Directors, management, HR, procurement and finance personnel, and other staff in preventing and managing conflicts. Procedures for reviewing disclosures, assessing risks, determining appropriate responses, documenting decisions, and monitoring corrective measures. Safeguards for areas particularly susceptible to conflicts of interest, including procurement and vendor selection, recruitment and promotion, financial transactions and approvals, organizational governance, external relationships, gifts and hospitality, and personal or family relationships. Measures to address non-disclosure or failure to comply with the policy, including appropriate corrective or disciplinary action. Ensure practical implementation: Recommend arrangements for communicating the policy, raising staff awareness, maintaining confidential records of disclosures, and periodically reviewing and updating the policy. The policy shall apply to relevant members of the Board of Directors, management, employees, and other individuals acting on behalf of BASR, as appropriate to their roles and responsibilities. Expected Deliverables Inception report and work plan: A brief outline of the proposed methodology, consultation approach, and implementation schedule. Final Conflict of Interest Policy: A comprehensive, professionally formatted policy incorporating BASRs feedback and covering the scope outlined above, including practical procedures and recommendations for implementation. The final policy shall be submitted for formal organizational review and approval. All deliverables shall be submitted electronically in editable Word and PDF formats, in English, unless otherwise agreed with BASR. Duration and Reporting The assignment is expected to be completed within three to four weeks from the date of contract signing. The consultant will report to a designated BASR focal point and coordinate with relevant management and staff representatives. BASR will facilitate access to the information and personnel necessary to complete the assignment. Required Qualifications and Experience The consultant should have: A university degree in law, public administration, business administration, finance, organizational governance, compliance, or a related field. Demonstrated experience developing conflict-of-interest, ethics, compliance, or organizational governance policies. Knowledge of disclosure procedures, conflict assessment, internal controls, and risk mitigation. Experience working with NGOs or non-profit organizations, preferably in donor-funded environments. Strong analytical and policy-drafting skills. Fluency in English and familiarity with the Palestinian legal and institutional context is desirable. Service Location: Bethlehem Tender Link : https://www.jobs.ps/en/tenders/16ad0c25baf220-16497.html