National Consultant for the realization of a market study on menstrual hygiene products in Cameroon
Description du poste
UNICEF Cameroon is recruiting a National Consultant (WASH / Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) to conduct an in-depth market study on menstrual hygiene products in Cameroon, with particular attention to inequities affecting adolescent girls and women in urban, peri-urban and rural settings. The study will generate evidence to inform UNICEF Cameroon's programme strategies on improving access to safe, affordable, quality menstrual products, while strengthening local markets, promoting sustainable and reusable solutions, and addressing socio-cultural barriers. Expected results of the consultancy: - A comprehensive mapping of key market players (producers, importers, distributors, NGOs) and a detailed analysis of the supply chain and distribution channels. - In-depth knowledge of user practices, preferences and behaviours. - A structured analysis of the main barriers to access (economic, social, geographical, cultural). - An overview of policies, regulations and tax frameworks applicable to menstrual products, and identification of existing regulatory constraints. - Concrete opportunities to improve the legal and policy framework. - An understanding of the cost structure of menstrual products and an analysis of price levels in the market. - An assessment of the affordability of products for different population groups. - A reliable database from field surveys, with actionable quantitative and qualitative analytics. - Avenues of intervention for market development (market-based approach) and guidelines for private sector engagement. - A technical basis for policy advocacy and dialogue with partners.
Profil recherché
- Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, WASH, Public Health, Development Economics, Business, Marketing, Social Sciences or another relevant field. - Minimum 10 years of experience in WASH, Environmental Engineering, Development Economics, Social Sciences or equivalent, including at least 5 years of proven experience in conducting market research, value chain analysis or similar studies in developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. - Proven experience in implementing field studies including quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, ideally in WASH, health or consumer essentials. - Proven experience in analyzing market dynamics (supply, demand, supply chains, distribution) and factors influencing access to products. - Very good knowledge of the WASH and/or menstrual health sector in Cameroon (actors, policies, market dynamics) and of the socio-economic and cultural context, particularly in vulnerable areas. - Experience in engaging and facilitating with multiple stakeholders (public institutions, NGOs, private sector, communities), including consultation and validation workshops. - Mastery of data collection, monitoring and evaluation and analysis tools, as well as project management tools. - Ability to integrate gender, equity and vulnerability sensitive approaches into analysis and recommendations. - Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills. - Language: fluency in French is required; working knowledge of English is required.