In the context of this project, Expertise France is looking for a Consultant or a team of Consultants to lead the initial baseline study and the perception survey for this project. It is expected from the Consultant(s) to combine data collection and produce two distinct reports.

The Baseline Study aims to establish a clear reference point for assessing the impact of the project on civic space and peacebuilding dynamics in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories (oPT). It will capture the current state of civil society engagement, their level of access to civic space, and the inclusion of marginalized groups. The findings will inform the design, targeting, and adaptation of project activities, ensuring they are context-sensitive and responsive to the needs of local actors. The baseline will provide measurable values and references against which the indicators and outcomes will be evaluated.

The baseline study will also assess the operational environment for independent media actors, including access to information, freedom of expression, and exposure to censorship or intimidation. It will also identify barriers to media collaboration within and across communities

The Perception Survey seeks to understand how various stakeholders, including civil society actors, community members, and other local voices, perceive key issues related to justice, peacebuilding, and civic space in Israel and the oPt. Through structured surveys, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews, it will systematically capture both quantitative data (levels of trust, sense of security, attitudes toward dialogue) and qualitative insights (narratives, expectations, and lived experiences).

The survey will pay particular attention to youth, women, and other marginalized groups, ensuring their perspectives are represented. The expected results include:

·       A mapping of prevailing perceptions of justice, accountability, and inclusion within and between communities.

·       Identification of harmful narratives and drivers of mistrust that undermine peacebuilding efforts.

·       Insights into entry points and opportunities for dialogue, collaboration, and trust-building.

·       Baseline perception indicators that can be compared over time to measure changes throughout the project.

This Perception Survey complements the Baseline Study by providing a qualitative and perception-based dimension that highlights contextual complexities and lived realities. Its findings will directly inform engagement strategies, guide the design of dialogue and media initiatives, and ensure that activities are locally relevant, conflict-sensitive, and responsive to evolving perceptions.