Gap Analysis of the Current Disability Assessment System and Transition, East Jerusalem, SociaPolicy and Health Sections, 6 Months (Hybrid)

Purpose of Assignment

The purpose of this assignment is to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the current disability assessment and certification system within the Ministry of Health (MoH), including its structure, tools, processes, and performance, and to identify gaps and limitations in relation to the transition toward a functional assessment approach for persons with disabilities.

Background

This assignment builds on the previous assessment conducted in 2022 under the Report on Palestine Disability Assessments for Social Protection, and in line with the national direction outlined in the concept note recently endorsed by the Minister of Health. It aims to support the Ministry in identifying existing capacities, areas requiring strengthening, and critical gaps. This will enable a gradual and effective transition toward a standardised, rights-based functional assessment system aligned with the guidance of the World Health Organisation (WHO), the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and the International Labour Organisation's (ILO), Social Protection Floors Recommendation, 2012 (No. 202), Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Disabled Persons) Convention, 1983 (No. 159), Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention, 1952 (No. 102), and The Employment Injury Benefits Convention, 1964 (No. 121).

System Assessment

The assignment will generate evidence-based recommendations and a prioritised, actionable roadmap to support system strengthening and inclusion in social protection programming, the integration of functional assessment approaches, and the improved planning and delivery of services across the health, rehabilitation, education, protection, labour, and social protection sectors.