Tenders Are Invited For Anti-Fraud And Anti-Corruption Policy

Tenders are invited for Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy. Service Location: Bethlehem Background Bethlehem Arab Society for Rehabilitation (BASR) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization established in 1960s. BASR provides specialized healthcare, rehabilitation, and community-based rehabilitation services to individuals and communities in Palestine. As part of its commitment to transparency, accountability, integrity, and sound institutional governance, BASR seeks to strengthen its internal policies and procedures to ensure that fraud, corruption, and other prohibited practices are effectively prevented, reported, investigated, and addressed. BASR intends to engage a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy that establishes clear principles, responsibilities, preventive measures, reporting mechanisms, investigation procedures, and accountability measures. The policy will also include procedures to protect staff and other individuals who report suspected fraud, corruption, or other malpractice in good faith from retaliation. The assignment aims to strengthen BASRs internal governance, promote ethical conduct, protect organizational resources, and support compliance with applicable legal obligations and donor requirements. Objective of the Consultancy To develop a comprehensive, practical, and clearly documented Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy for BASR, establishing an organizational framework for the prevention, identification, reporting, investigation, and response to fraud, corruption, and other prohibited practices. In addition, the policy must include clear procedures for confidential reporting, whistleblower protection, and non-retaliation, ensuring that staff and other relevant stakeholders can raise concerns in good faith without fear of adverse consequences. Scope of Work The selected consultant shall undertake the following tasks: Organize Review and Needs Assessment Review BASRs organizational context, relevant procedures, and institutional needs to identify key risks related to fraud, corruption, financial misconduct, misuse of organizational resources, and other prohibited practices. Develop the Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy Prepare a comprehensive Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy covering definitions of prohibited practices, preventive measures, internal controls, roles and responsibilities, reporting mechanisms, investigation procedures, corrective action, and accountability. Establish reporting and investigation procedures Define accessible and confidential reporting channels, procedures for receiving and assessing allegations, impartial investigation arrangements, documentation requirements, and appropriate responses to substantiated misconduct. Include whistleblower protection Establish clear procedures to protect staff and other individuals reporting suspected fraud, corruption, or other malpractice in good faith from retaliation, intimidation, harassment, threats, or other adverse consequences. This shall include confidentiality safeguards, channels for reporting suspected retaliation, and procedures for addressing retaliation complaints. Ensure practical implementation: Provide recommendations for communicating the policy, raising staff awareness, monitoring implementation, and periodically reviewing the policy. The policy shall be appropriate to BASRs organizational structure and operations and consistent with applicable legal requirements and governance practices. Expected Deliverables Inception Report and Work Plan: A brief outline of the proposed methodology, consultation approach, and implementation schedule. Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Policy: A comprehensive, professionally formatted policy addressing all areas specified in the scope of work, including fraud prevention, reporting mechanisms, investigation procedures, accountability measures, and whistleblower protection and non-retaliation procedures. The consultant shall incorporate feedback from BASR before submitting the final policy for formal organizational 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 all information and personnel necessary to complete the assignment. The consultant shall submit the draft policy for review and incorporate consolidated feedback before finalization. Required Qualifications and Experience The consultant should have: A university degree in law, public administration, finance, business administration, compliance, organizational governance, or a related field. Demonstrated experience developing anti-fraud, anti-corruption, whistleblower protection, compliance, or organizational governance policies. Knowledge of fraud prevention, internal controls, reporting and investigation procedures, confidentiality, and non-retaliation safeguards. Experience working with NGOs or non-profit organizations. Strong analytical, consultation, and policy-drafting skills. Fluency in English and familiarity with the Palestinian legal and institutional context. Application Requirements Interested consultants shall submit: An updated CV or organizational profile. A technical proposal outlining the proposed methodology and work plan. A financial proposal specifying the total consultancy fee and any applicable costs. Applications should be submitted to [email protected] and [email protected] by the 25th of October 2026, using the subject line: . Confidentiality: The consultant shall maintain the confidentiality of all organizational information accessed during or after the assignment and shall not disclose such information to third parties without BASRs prior written authorization, except where disclosure is required by law. The consultant shall also disclose to BASR any actual or potential conflict of interest that may affect the impartiality or independence of the assignment. Tender Link : https://www.jobs.ps/en/tenders/06ad0c084c856e-16496.html