Global Guidelines on Protecting Boys from Sexual Exploitation – ECPAT Consultancy (Deadline: 10 May 2026)
The ECPAT International Secretariat has launched a consultancy opportunity to develop Global Guidelines aimed at strengthening protection systems for boys affected by sexual exploitation and abuse. This initiative is part of the broader Global Boys Initiative (GBI), which consolidates evidence from multiple country-level case studies into actionable global standards.
Background and Context of the Initiative
The consultancy builds on ECPAT International’s Global Boys Initiative, which has documented real-world experiences of organizations working with boys who are survivors or at risk of sexual exploitation.
Key contextual elements include:
- The initiative is based on 17 case studies developed across diverse global settings.
- Additional case studies are still in development to expand the evidence base.
- Findings highlight recurring protection gaps affecting boys in different regions.
- Common challenges include stigma, weak reporting systems, and limited legal recognition.
Across contexts, boys are often underserved in child protection systems due to gender bias and underdeveloped response mechanisms.
Purpose of the Global Guidelines
The Global Guidelines aim to translate field-level learning into practical, standardized guidance for global use.
The main objectives include:
- Strengthening prevention and response systems for boys affected by sexual exploitation.
- Consolidating lessons learned from case studies and consultations.
- Supporting governments, NGOs, and practitioners with evidence-based tools.
- Promoting gender-sensitive approaches in child protection frameworks.
- Enhancing coordination between civil society, donors, and international agencies.
The guidelines are intended to bridge gaps between practice, policy, and research.
Role of the Consultant
The selected consultant will be responsible for coordinating, drafting, and refining the Global Guidelines through a participatory process.
Core responsibilities include:
- Conducting online consultations with stakeholders including NGOs, practitioners, and international agencies.
- Collecting and synthesizing inputs from case studies, surveys, and discussions.
- Drafting and revising the Global Guidelines document.
- Supporting the design of the 2027 ECPAT Global Boys Summit methodology.
- Assisting in facilitation and documentation of summit sessions.
- Developing a dissemination and uptake strategy for the final guidelines.
The role requires strong analytical, facilitation, and writing skills.
Key Deliverables
The consultancy includes a series of structured outputs designed to ensure transparency and collaboration.
Expected deliverables are:
- A summary report of stakeholder consultations outlining key insights and priorities.
- A first draft of the Global Guidelines integrating research and consultation findings.
- A methodological framework for the 2027 Global Boys Summit.
- Participation and co-facilitation of the summit, including documentation of discussions.
- Finalized Global Guidelines and a dissemination and implementation plan.
These deliverables ensure a step-by-step development and validation process.
Timeline and Workload
The assignment is designed to unfold over an extended period to allow for iterative development.
Key timeline details include:
- Estimated workload: approximately 30 working days.
- Implementation period: May 2026 to mid-March 2027.
- Final validation stage: 2027 Global Boys Summit (in-person event).
The timeline reflects the consultative and multi-phase nature of the work.
Consultant Profile and Requirements
ECPAT International is seeking a highly qualified professional with experience in child protection and gender-based violence prevention.
Required qualifications include:
- Demonstrated experience in child protection or sexual violence prevention programming.
- Expertise in developing tools, guidelines, or case management frameworks.
- Strong experience in facilitating workshops and stakeholder consultations.
- Excellent analytical and report-writing skills.
- Strong commitment to human rights, safeguarding, and ethical practice.
- Fluency in English; additional languages such as French, Spanish, or Arabic are an advantage.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines consistently.
Familiarity with feminist and child rights-based approaches is considered essential.
Ethical and Safeguarding Standards
The consultancy requires strict adherence to safeguarding and ethical principles.
Key expectations include:
- Compliance with ECPAT International safeguarding policies.
- Signing of codes of conduct related to child protection.
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical handling of sensitive information.
- No use of generative artificial intelligence tools in drafting or analysis.
- Alignment with human rights and feminist principles in all outputs.
These requirements ensure integrity and safety throughout the assignment.
Budget and Contract Details
The consultancy includes clearly defined financial terms.
Important points include:
- Maximum total budget: USD 11,000.
- Travel expenses for the 2027 Summit will be covered separately.
- Payment terms will be agreed with the selected consultant.
- The assignment is fully home-based, requiring personal equipment and connectivity.
Application Process and Submission Details
Interested applicants are invited to submit their application electronically.
Submissions must include:
- An Expression of Interest outlining relevant experience.
- A detailed CV highlighting qualifications and past work.
- Two short methodological proposals (maximum one page each).
- Daily consultancy fee in USD.
- Proposed payment conditions.
All applications must be sent to:
The subject line should read:
“Your Name – GBI guidelines”
Deadline for Applications
Applicants must submit their complete proposals by:
- 23:59 CEST on 10 May 2026
Late submissions will not be considered.
Expected Impact of the Guidelines
The final Global Guidelines are expected to have a significant impact on global child protection systems.
Anticipated outcomes include:
- Improved recognition of boys’ experiences in sexual exploitation cases.
- Stronger and more inclusive policy frameworks.
- Better-designed prevention and response programs.
- Increased collaboration between global and local stakeholders.
- Enhanced access to services for boys affected by exploitation and abuse.
The initiative aims to create long-term systemic change in how protection systems respond to boys’ needs.
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