Project Management Consultant for the South Carolina Domestic Violence Legal Partnership (SCDVLP)

Proposals Due by November 9, 2026 PROJECT PERIOD: January 1, 2027 – June 30, 2028 PROJECT OVERVIEW The South Carolina Domestic Violence Legal Partnership (SCDVLP) is a statewide planning, research, and implementation initiative focused on strengthening civil legal services for survivors of domestic violence in South Carolina. SCDVLP brings together legal-service providers, statewide advocacy organizations, access-to-justice partners, survivors, and other stakeholders to learn from existing programs and build a stronger, more coordinated system. The Project is led by the SCDVLP Steering Committee, which includes representatives from legal aid organizations - Charleston Legal Access, Charleston Pro Bono Legal Services, Lowcountry Legal Volunteers, and SC Legal Services; statewide victim services organizations – SC Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (SCCADVASA) and the SC Victim Assistance Network, and the SC Access to Justice Commission. Funding for this partnership and the services of the Project Management Consultant is made possible by a multi-year Impact Grant from the SC Bar Foundation. SCCADVASA serves as the partnership’s fiscal agent. PURPOSE The Project will examine how different models of legal service delivery to victims of domestic violence operate in practice, what each model requires to succeed, and how effective approaches can be improved, adapted, or expanded. It does not assume that one model will fit every community. Instead, the research will identify the conditions, resources, partnerships, and safeguards needed for each approach to serve survivors effectively. *See Project description linked below for additional information. SCOPE OF SERVICES The DVLP is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms or individuals to provide Project Management Consulting Services for this statewide, system-level change initiative. The Project Management Consultant will be responsible for executing and providing oversight of the multi-agency evaluation and capacity building initiative that seeks to strengthen and expand existing models of legal support for victims/survivors of domestic violence. While SCCADVASA serves as the lead fiscal agency for this Project, the ultimate scope of work will be developed and reviewed in coordination with the SCDLVP’s inter-agency Steering Committee. The Project Management Consultant will also be required to coordinate and work closely with the SCDVLP Research Evaluation Partner, Advisory Committee and other project partners, which may include representatives from domestic violence agencies, the criminal justice system, legal services, persons with lived experience, clerks of court, judges, SC court personnel and other allied organizations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: -- Lead end-to-end project planning, execution, monitoring, and closure (18 months)-- Operationalize steps, goals, deliverables, timelines and success metrics-- Work with the Steering Committee to develop detailed project plans and schedules-- Work with SCCADVASA financial staff to monitor budget-- Coordinate and facilitate meetings of the Steering Committee & Advisory Committee, project partners, external research evaluators and other stakeholders-- Monitor project progress and adjust plans as needed-- Identify, assess, and manage project risks and issues-- Communicate project status, timelines, and risks to Steering Committee, project partners and other key stakeholders-- Document actions taken and ensure quality standards are upheld-- Develop materials that summarize final recommendations and outcomes that can be disseminated to stakeholders and the wider community The SCDVLP Steering Committee will score the application narrative holistically to assess the following areas: 1)Strength of the narrative with a strong understanding of the project goals and suggested iterative approach.2)Feasibility of implementation, including demonstration of subject matter expertise and a reasonable proposal for timeline and goals.3)Relevant experience conducting the proposed activities REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: -- Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field of study or equivalent combined with at least five years of relevant experience.-- Professional experience with, and an extensive understanding, of intimate partner violence and legal responses to increase safety for victims/survivors. (within South Carolina)-- Demonstrated ability to manage projects from initiation to completion.-- Demonstrated ability to organize and effectively facilitate inter-agency meetings and collaborative initiatives -- Strong organizational, time management, relationship-building and problem-solving skills. -- Excellent communication skills in the English Language. Must be able to speak and write in a clear, thorough, and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques. -- Demonstrated success with administrative software applications and ability to maintain skills necessary to effectively perform key responsibilities through these platforms. -- Must be able to tolerate being exposed to stories and content related to trauma, sexual violence, domestic violence, and other crimes. DESIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: -- Master’s or J.D. preferred -- Knowledge of South Carolina’s legal service and/or domestic violence organizations -- Residence in South Carolina PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & TRAVEL (TO BE MET WITH OR WITHOUT A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION): This position is sedentary and requires extended periods of sitting, typing and/or dictating, viewing/reading information on a computer monitor, and occasionally lifting up to 25 lbs. with or without the help of others for meetings or special events. This may also require regular in-state travel, and the Consultant must be able to arrange reliable transportation. Frequency of travel may fluctuate with project needs. REPORTS TO: SCDVLP Steering Committee & SCCADVASA General Counsel Independent Contractor Status: The Consultant’s relationship with SCCADVASA will be that of an independent contractor, and the Consultant shall not, in connection with this relationship, be entitled to any benefits, coverages or privileges, including without limitation health insurance, social security, unemployment, workers compensation, or pension payments, made available to employees of the agency. CONTRACT RATE: The Project has been budgeted to compensate the Consultant for an average of 25 hours per week over the 18-month project period, with additional reimbursement for required travel. The final contract rate will be determined based on the Consultant’s level of education, experience and scope of responsibilities. SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: Email the proposal and attachments to info@sccadvasa.org by November 9, 2026. SCCADVASA is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment, or bias based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or marital status. View Full Job Description including Proposal Response Format requirements: https://www.sccadvasa.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/FINAL-Project-Management-Consultant-RFP-Oct-7-2026.pdf