BACKGROUND

The Laar Humanitarian and Development Programme (LHDP) is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization dedicated to humanitarian and development efforts, primarily within Sindh province and other regions of Pakistan. Established as a legal entity on June 30, 2006, LHDP is registered under the Societies Act of 1860 and is a member of the Indus Consortium Pakistan.

In partnership with WaterAid Pakistan, LHDP is implementing a six-month initiative titled “Envisioning &Catalysing PATS Plus for the SDG 6 in Pakistan” in Taluka and District Badin. This project aims to develop a sustainable, climate-resilient, and safely managed WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) model within Badin district, with the goal of replication by government bodies and sector partners to contribute to the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6) across Pakistan.

The Laar Humanitarian and Development Programme (LHDP), in collaboration with WaterAid Pakistan, is implementing the project titled "Envisioning and Catalysing PATS Plus for SDG 6 in Pakistan" in District Badin. The project will directly benefit an estimated population of 163,500 in Taluka Badin, supporting them in establishing and maintaining an Open Defecation Free environment through the adoption of household latrines and the promotion of hygienic behaviors and practices.

Communities and institutions within Taluka Badin will gain access to safely managed, inclusive WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) services by employing the PATS Plus approach and community management models. These models will demonstrate community-led, climate-resilient, and sustainable safe drinking water services that can be replicated. The project also aims to strengthen the capacity, processes, and systems of relevant government departments to plan, deliver, and sustain inclusive, climate-resilient, and gender-responsive WASH services.

As part of its mission, LHDP seeks to raise community awareness about Climate Resilient Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (CR-WASH) interventions and actively engage communities in WASH initiatives.

• Proper hand washing with soap and water.

• Awareness on self-basis construction of Climate Resilient Toilets 

• Utilization of clean toilets and the promotion of hygienic sanitation management.

• Access to and consumption of safe drinking water.

• Awareness on proof the safe drinking water and cones of the contaminated water

• Awareness on water testing

• Effective menstrual hygiene management (MHM).

• Comprehensive cleaning and waste management practices.

• Adherence to food hygiene standards and practices.

• Continuation of voluntary services for health and hygiene by all villagers, and CRPs

• Awareness on self-basis operation and maintenance services 

One of the key outcomes of the project is that "the community is supported in ending open defecation and maintaining proper hygiene within their villages at the local level." In this context, the Laar Humanitarian and Development Programme (LHDP) aims to engage the community of Taluka Badin through "Theater Performances on WASH Interventions at the Union Council (UC) level."

LHDP is seeking a dynamic and highly skilled individual consultant, firm, or theater group to produce eight (08) theater performances focused on Climate Resilient Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (CR-WASH) interventions in Taluka Badin.

Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the selected consultant, firm, or theater group will be responsible for preparing the theater content in the local Sindhi language and delivering the performances in Taluka Badin. The consultant, firm, or theater group will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure clarity and alignment of the content with project objectives before finalizing and delivering the consultancy outputs.

KEY FEATURES OF ASSIGNMNET &DELIVERABLES

• The consultant, firm, or theater group will develop content focused on the importance of latrines, clean drinking water, hygiene promotion, and hand washing with soap, in alignment with climate-resilient WASH principles, tailored to the cultural context of the Badin area and presented in the local language, particularly Sindhi.

• All content must be reviewed and approved by the Project Manager (LHDP) prior to production.

• Eight (08) theaters performances will be conducted at the Union Council (UC) level in villages within Taluka Badin.

• The consultant, firm, or theater group will engage experienced and prominent actors, with a focus on female performers, for the production of the theater performances.

• The consultant, firm, or theater group will be responsible for managing all logistical arrangements, including seating, tents, sound systems, and providing drinking water for participants.

• The consultant, firm, or theater group will ensure that photographs and videos of the events are captured and shared with LHDP only.

• Upon completion of the activity, the consultant, firm, or theater group will be required to submit a final report detailing the outcomes of the eight (8) theater performances.

LHDP PROVIDES

LHDP will be responsible for the following:

• Developing a detailed plan for the production of the theater performances.

• Selecting appropriate venues within the villages for the theater productions.

• Coordinating the notification and invitation of community members to participate in the theater events.

REQUIRED/DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE

The individual consultant, firm, or theater group must demonstrate the production capacity and capability to successfully undertake similar assignments. The following criteria will be used for selection

• The individual consultant, firm, or theater group must have prior experience in producing theater performances for communities in collaboration with various INGOs/NGOs.

• The individual consultant, firm, or theater group must have established connections with renowned and experienced actors and actresses for participation in the theater performances.

• The individual consultant, firm, or theater group must possess the capacity to manage all logistical and organizational arrangements as outlined.

• The individual consultant, firm, or theater group must have the necessary skills to compile and submit a comprehensive final event report, photos, and videos.

TECHNICAL PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

Proposals must be submitted along with a detailed financial breakdown covering all the specified deliverables, including the list of actors, as well as expenses related to boarding, lodging, travel, and applicable taxes. LHDP will deduct taxes from each payment in accordance with the relevant laws of the land.

SUPERVISION ARRANGEMENTS

The selected consultant, firm, or theater group will work under the supervision of the Project Manager (LHDP), who will provide continuous guidance and oversight to ensure the effective execution of the assignment.