Pak Mission Society

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Participatory Action Research on Barriers to Girls’ Transition to Middle School and Cost-Effective Community-Based Education Models in Kohistan

Posted: 14 Nov 2026
Updated: 14 Nov 2026

Last date: 20 Nov 2026; 6 days left
Location: Pakistan

Overview

Pak Mission Society is conducting Participatory Action Research on barriers to girls’ transition to middle school in Kohistan, with applications closing on 20 November 2026. This research aims to identify and analyze the challenges faced by girls in continuing their education. The project is part of a broader initiative to strengthen inclusive education and help girls in the region.

About this role

The consultancy will focus on understanding the social, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent girls from progressing to middle school. This involves engaging with various community stakeholders, including girls, mothers, and teachers, to co-design practical solutions and document effective community-based education models.

The research will also map the availability and accessibility of middle schools, assess the transition pathways of girls, and provide actionable recommendations for improving educational outcomes. Findings will inform policy briefs for local education authorities and contribute to advocacy efforts for girls' education in Kohistan.

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Pak Mission Society is looking for candidates for Participatory Action Research on Barriers to Girls’ Transition to Middle School and Cost-Effective Community-Based Education Models in Kohistan.

Job summary

Organization: Pak Mission Society
Location: Pakistan
Country: Pakistan
How to apply: Online
Last date: 20 November 2026

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Place of posting: Kohistan

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Title of Assignment:	Participatory Action Research on Barriers to Girls’ Transition to Middle School and Cost-Effective Community-Based Education Models in Kohistan
Project Title:	Strengthening Inclusive Education Support and the Empowerment of Girls in Kohistan, Pakistan
Donor:	Kindermissionswerk (KMW)/ PMS lead partner
Location:	Upper Kohistan / Lower Kohistan and Kolai-Palas Kohistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Duration of Assignment: (start & end date)	60 working days (start date 1st December to 28th Feb)

Analysis and Reporting

Activity	Working Days
Inception Meeting, Desk Review & Research Planning	5 Days
Development/Finalization of Research Tools, Ethics & Safeguarding Protocol	5 Days
Field Team Orientation & Pilot Testing	5 Days
Cycle 1 – Participatory Field Research (Diagnose & Plan)	20 Days
Community Action Planning & Reflection Workshops	5 Days
Cycle 2 – Action Follow-up, Observation & Reflection	5 Days
Data Analysis, Triangulation & Cost-Effectiveness Review	5 Days
Submission of Draft Report	5 Days
Validation, Final Report & Policy-Ready Evidence Summary	5 Days
Total Number of Days	60 Days

Analysis and Reporting

Indicative Deliverables	Timeline/Deadline	Estimated Number of Days
1. Inception Report: research design, sampling plan, detailed work plan, ethics & safeguarding protocol	Before fieldwork
2. Data collection tools (FGD/KII guides, participatory exercises, consent/assent forms) in English and Urdu, with local-language guides	Before fieldwork
3. Field team orientation record and pilot-testing summary	Before fieldwork
4. Cycle 1 field data: anonymized transcripts/notes, datasets, consultation and attendance records	During/after fieldwork
5. Community Action Plans and Cycle 2 Action–Reflection Report	After Cycle 1
6. Draft Research Report (including cost-effectiveness analysis)	After analysis
7. Final Research Report and Policy-Ready Evidence Summary	After PMS review & validation

Analysis and Reporting

Criteria	Marks/Weight
Technical Proposal (70 marks)
Understanding of the Assignment (review of technical proposal & interview)	10
Proposed Methodology and Approach (participatory action research design, sampling, safeguarding, work plan)	15
Demonstrated experience in participatory and action research methods and in producing evidence for policy advocacy or government engagement.	15
Experience working with NGOs, INGOs, donors and government education departments.	10
Experience in remote, conservative or hard-to-reach areas of KP (Kohistan, Hazara, Shangla, Swat or merged districts) will be preferred.	5
A gender-balanced team including female researchers with the ability to work in Shina/Kohistani, Pashto and Urdu.	10
Understanding of child safeguarding and ethical research with children and women. Submit the one-page document which can demonstrate the ethical consideration during the assignment	5
Financial Proposal (30 marks)
Cost Effectiveness in Terms of Assigned Budget (compare to PMS / donor flexibility threshold)	15
Clarity and Detail of Budget – Breakdown of the budget	10
Alignment with Deliverables, proposed sample and defined scope of work	5
Total	100

اردو میں تفصیلات

ادارہ: Pak Mission Society
مقام: Kohistan
درخواست کا طریقہ: آن لائن
آخری تاریخ: 20 نومبر 2026

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The last date to apply is 20 November 2026.

Where is the Participatory Action Research position located? +

The position is located in Kohistan, Pakistan.

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