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Terms of Reference
Terms of Reference present assignments, consultations, studies, productions, trainings, evaluations and services linked to ITUC-Africa activities.
Assignment framework
Clearly defining expectations
A Terms of Reference document specifies the context, objectives, tasks, deliverables, timeline and expected criteria.
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Overview
Documents framing assignments and consultations
Terms of Reference are used to present the needs, objectives and conditions of an assignment carried out with or for ITUC-Africa.
They may concern a study, video production, training, consultation, evaluation, coordination or technical service linked to African trade union priorities.
Assignment types
Main uses of Terms of Reference
Terms of Reference cover several types of assignments depending on programme, project and activity needs.
Studies and research
Analytical work on public policies, trade, debt, gender, just transition or decent work.
Trainings
Development or delivery of training modules to strengthen trade union capacities.
Multimedia productions
Production of videos, advocacy tools or educational materials linked to research and campaigns.
Coordination
Support for the coordination of networks, secretariats, regional activities or follow-up mechanisms.
Evaluations
Evaluation of projects, initiatives or actions to assess results and lessons learned.
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Structure
What a Terms of Reference document usually contains
A Terms of Reference document provides a clear framework to understand the assignment, its objectives, expected results and participation modalities.
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Context and objectives
Present the assignment framework, the identified need and the objectives pursued.
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Tasks and scope
Describe expected activities, responsibilities and the boundaries of the assignment.
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Deliverables and timeline
Specify expected results, documents to be produced, deadlines and validation steps.
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Profile and criteria
Indicate skills, experience, application modalities and selection criteria.
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Other sections linked to Terms of Reference
Terms of Reference are often linked to events, policy briefs, studies, productions or public announcements.
Policy briefs
Analytical and recommendation documents that may result from studies or research framed by Terms of Reference.
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Workshops, trainings or meetings that may be prepared from a specific assignment framework.
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Announcements and press communications making consultations, productions or opportunities visible.
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