SVRI Issues Call for Child Sexual Violence Outcome Measurement Evidence Review Consultancy|Deadline 15 Jul 2026

The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI), with support from the Oak Foundation, is commissioning a major evidence review on Child Sexual Violence (CSV) outcome measurement. This consultancy aims to strengthen global understanding of how CSV prevention and response outcomes are measured, and to improve the quality, consistency, and ethical grounding of evidence in this critical field.

Applications are due 15 July 2026, with the assignment running from August 2026 to March 2027.

Background: Why This Review Matters

Child sexual violence remains a severe global challenge with long-term impacts on children’s safety, wellbeing, and rights. While research and interventions have expanded significantly over the past two decades, outcome measurement remains inconsistent and methodologically weak in many contexts.

A recent SVRI rapid review found that:

• Many studies rely on author-developed or adapted tools with limited validation
• Outcome measurement is often focused on knowledge and attitudes
• There is limited measurement of behavioural outcomes such as victimisation or perpetration
• Evidence gaps are particularly pronounced in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs)

This limits the field’s ability to assess whether interventions truly reduce child sexual violence.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The primary goal is to produce a comprehensive evidence review and background paper that strengthens global approaches to CSV outcome measurement.

Key objectives include:

• Synthesising evidence on CSV prevention and response outcome measures
• Reviewing victimisation, perpetration, and proxy indicators
• Identifying strengths, gaps, and emerging measurement approaches
• Assessing what constructs current tools actually measure
• Highlighting methodological priorities for improvement
• Supporting validation of findings through stakeholder engagement
• Developing practical guidance for researchers, funders, and policymakers
• Exploring innovative tools, including AI-supported evidence synthesis

Scope of Work

The consultant(s) will conduct a structured review of literature from 2016 onwards, including peer-reviewed and grey literature.

Key areas of focus include:

Evidence Review and Mapping

• Primary and secondary CSV outcomes
• Outcome domains and constructs
• Measurement tools and frameworks used globally

Quality and Methodological Assessment

• Validity and conceptual robustness of tools
• Contextual adaptation and cultural relevance
• Ethical and survivor-centred measurement approaches
• Child and youth participation in tool development
• Measurement of behavioural outcomes vs proxy indicators

Emerging Challenges

• Measurement of actual reductions in CSV
• Perpetration-focused measurement gaps
• Technology-facilitated sexual violence
• Differences in proximal vs behavioural outcomes

Field Guidance Development

The review will produce practical recommendations on:

• Selecting and applying robust CSV measures
• Adapting tools across contexts
• Improving comparability across studies
• Strengthening behavioural outcome measurement
• Integrating participatory and community-based approaches
• Identifying future research and investment priorities

Key Deliverables

The consultancy will produce six core outputs:

• Inception Paper outlining methodology and review framework
• Draft Evidence Review (10–20 pages) including findings and recommendations
• Measurement Mapping Matrix documenting tools, constructs, and validation approaches
• Final Evidence Review Paper incorporating stakeholder feedback
• Presentation Slide Deck summarising key insights
• Research Brief for policy and practice audiences

Timeline

• Start Date: August 2026
• Draft Submission: February 2027
• Final Completion: March 2027

A detailed workplan will be agreed upon at inception.

Who Should Apply

The ideal consultant or team will bring strong expertise in research, evaluation, and violence prevention.

Required qualifications include:

• Advanced degree in public health, social sciences, evaluation, or related field
• Strong experience in systematic reviews or evidence synthesis
• Expertise in child sexual violence prevention or outcome measurement
• Experience working in LMIC contexts
• Familiarity with ethical, survivor-centred research approaches
• Strong analytical and academic writing skills
• Experience producing policy or methodological guidance documents

Additional advantages:

• Experience with AI-supported or digital evidence synthesis tools
• Partnerships with LMIC-based researchers or institutions

Management and Collaboration

The consultant(s) will work closely with:

• SVRI Research Director
• Child Sexual Violence Researcher
• SVRI Executive Director

Regular check-ins will ensure alignment, quality assurance, and integration with broader CSV measurement initiatives. Findings may also contribute to discussions at the SVRI Forum 2026.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• A 5-page proposal outlining methodology, experience, and approach
• CV(s) of key team members
• Proposed budget (up to USD $100,000)
• At least two relevant writing samples
• Description of LMIC partnerships (if applicable)

📩 Applications should be sent to svri@svri.org with the subject line:
Application – CSV Outcome Measurement Evidence Review

Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

SVRI emphasizes an inclusive and equitable research environment. Applications from:

• LMIC-based researchers and institutions
• Underrepresented groups
• Collaborative and community-based teams

are strongly encouraged.

All selected consultants will be required to adhere to SVRI’s Code of Conduct and ethical standards.

Final Note

This consultancy represents a significant opportunity to shape global standards in child sexual violence outcome measurement. By strengthening how evidence is generated, validated, and interpreted, this work will contribute to more effective, ethical, and impactful interventions worldwide.

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