National expert on the analysis of the provisions of the current legislation of Germany and Poland, which regulates the issues of ensuring the rights of citizens in the field of drinking water drinking water supply , Kyiv, Ukraine
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Background:
The Secretariat of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights (Secretariat of the Commissioner) is preparing a Special Report on the state of citizens’ rights to safe and accessible drinking water, particularly under the legal framework of martial law. The report aims to assess how Ukraine’s national legislation aligns with international standards, with a focus on the “European Experience” by analyzing the practices of Germany and Poland. The right to clean drinking water is a critical human right, especially in a country affected by conflict, where access to safe water may be compromised due to damaged infrastructure and other challenges.
Purpose of assignment:
The assignment seeks to provide a comprehensive comparative analysis to inform the Special Report on citizens’ rights to safe and clean drinking water, with a focus on drinking water and sanitation (WASH) services. The key objective is to support Ukraine’s efforts to improve water supply and hygiene services by aligning its legislation with best practices in Germany and Poland. The report also aims to strengthen Ukraine’s legislative response to ensuring the safety, quality, and accessibility of drinking water, with a focus on areas affected by conflict.
Key aspects of the assignment include:
Objective:
The primary objective is to conduct a comparative analysis of the legal frameworks in Germany and Poland, assessing how these countries regulate the right to safe and clean drinking water. The analysis will cover state responsibilities, water supply services, and collaboration between national and local authorities in securing clean water. Additionally, it will support efforts to strengthen Ukraine’s Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector, particularly through engagement with the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights (Ombudsman’s office).
The key objectives of this assignment include:
- Ensure access to safe and clean drinking water by reviewing international best practices for maintaining the quality and sustainability of water resources.
- Strengthen WASH services by identifying effective strategies employed in Germany and Poland to provide continuous, safe water supply and adequate sanitation.
- Promote legislative improvements in Ukraine’s legal framework regarding water quality, supply, and citizen access, especially in the context of emergency or conflict-related disruptions.
- Collaborate with the Ombudsman’s Office to ensure the protection of human rights concerning access to clean drinking water, providing expert advice for the Special Report.
Expert’s Tasks:
- Conduct a comparative analysis of Germany’s and Poland’s legislation regarding:
- Control over drinking water supply, compliance with environmental and sanitary norms, and ensuring water quality.
- Government and local authority measures to mitigate pollution in water sources.
- Impact of industrial and business activities on the quality of drinking water.
- Water consumption standards, pricing policies, and regulation of centralized water supply services.
- Public participation in decision-making related to environmentally significant water management issues.
- Compensation mechanisms for violations of the right to clean drinking water, including:
- Compensation for state damages.
- Compensation for citizens affected by water-related natural disasters.
- Long-term health consequences from consuming poor-quality water, including the calculation of damage and possibilities for compensation.
- Prepare analytical materials on each area, followed by an overarching comparative analysis of Germany’s and Poland’s legislation on drinking water rights and WASH services.
- Deliver a detailed report (approximately 20 pages) to support the Special Report, including references to official sources and best practices for ensuring safe drinking water access in line with international standards.
Work assignment overview:
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Deliverable |
Deadline |
# of w/days |
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Inception report with state of play |
5 Dec 2024 |
7 |
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Preparation of 1 information and analytical materials on each issue separately (10 pages) |
16 Dec 2024 |
7 |
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Preparation of a general comparative analysis of the legislation of Germany and Poland on these issues (20 pages) |
23 Dec 2024 |
11 |
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Sub-total: |
25 |
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Please provide an all-inclusive financial proposal including travels to carry out the deliverables listed above.
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Education: Master’s degree or higher in one of the following fields is required: in law, international relations, public administration, economics, or any other related technical field.
Professional experience:
- Experience in participating in scientific-practical conferences on environmental law.
- Knowledge of Poland and German legislation are required.
- At least three years of experience in policy analysis, including at least one year in the analysis of legal acts
Languages:
- Ukrainian: Proficient/Native [C2];
- English: Intermediate [B1];
- Poland: Intermediate [B1];
- German: Intermediate [B1].
Skills and competencies:
- Excellent analytical and report writing skills
- Ability to produce high-quality results in a timely manner
- Good communication skills
- Good presentation skills
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