Overview
Consultant to draft a working paper on active longevity centers in Kazakhstan and select peer countries, including a Russian language translation.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft a working paper in English on the history, status quo, and future opportunities of active longevity centers in Kazakhstan and select peer countries.
- Provide a Russian language translation of the final paper.
- Outline how and with what objectives active longevity centers were established in Kazakhstan.
- Assess how the various models of active longevity centers in Kazakhstan are performing against national policy and MIPAA objectives.
- Compare performance and learnings with good practices and policies on community-based and neighborhood centers and clubs for older persons in Asia and the Pacific.
- Provide policy recommendations on how to progress with active longevity centers in Kazakhstan and how to successfully introduce them elsewhere.
Required Experience
At least 5 years of work experience conducting research on population ageing, including healthy ageing; as well as experience in working with data and writing analytical reports are required. In-depth knowledge of Kazakhstan’s ageing and longevity institutional and policy environment and first-hand experience with establishing and managing Active Longevity Centers are required. Experience in undertaking qualitative and quantitative research involving policymakers, practitioners and beneficiaries, and familiarity with the Madrid International Plan of Action are required.
Qualifications
Advanced university degree in social or medical sciences required.
