IDMC Research Consultancy - Global Mapping of National Data Systems’

The Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre (IDMC) is the world's definitive source of data and analysis on internal displacement. Since our establishment in 1998 as part of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), we have offered a rigorous, independent and trusted service to the international community. Our work informs policy and operational decisions that improve the lives of the millions of people living in internal displacement, or at risk of becoming displaced in the future.

IDMC has previously assessed national progress on displacement data through the Internal Displacement Index (IDI). The most recent IDI, published in 2023 as part of 25 years of progress on internal displacement 1998–2023, assessed progress across several dimensions of national responsibility, including a dedicated component on data on internal displacement. 

The IDI provides an established foundation for assessing national progress on displacement data. IDMC now intends to revisit and update specifically the indicators relating to data on internal displacement, taking into account developments in national data practices and relevant statistical standards since the previous assessment.

The exercise will also expand the geographic coverage of the previous assessment. Rather than focusing on the countries covered by the previous IDI, the assessment will include a broader set of countries affected by disaster displacement, with the aim of establishing a more comprehensive global baseline of national displacement data systems.

The resulting assessment will form part of the planned enhancement of IDMC’s Global Repository of Good Practices on Internal Displacement (GRGP). In addition to documenting examples of good practice, the enhanced repository will provide structured country-level information showing where national displacement data systems exist, their key characteristics and where important gaps remain. The assessment will also provide an evidence base to inform IDMC’s data-related capacity-strengthening activities and identify opportunities for government-to-government peer learning on displacement data.

For more details on the scope of work, expected deliverables, and requirements, please refer to the Terms of Reference (ToR), in the attachment.

How to apply

Qualified consultants are invited to submit a complete application on or before 23:59 (CET) Saturday 31 October 2026, through the email address ch.gvatenders@nrc.no. The bid application should be titled ‘IDMC Research Consultancy - Global Mapping of National Data Systems’ and include the following information:

• A CV highlighting relevant analytical, editorial and thematic experience.
• A short cover letter outlining their proposed approach and availability.
• A brief technical proposal of no more than two pages, demonstrating an understanding of the assignment and outlining the proposed approach to delivering the work.
• Two relevant writing samples such as analytical reports, multi-country assessments, research on displacement data or work relating to national statistical systems. Applicants should explain their role in producing each sample.
• A financial proposal indicating the proposed daily rate in CHF, inclusive of all costs and taxes.
• Contact details for two professional references.
• Certificate of incorporation (for legal entities) or proof of registration as a self-employed individual or independent consultant, in accordance with the legal requirements of the country of establishment or residence, as applicable. Kindly note that this assignment is partially implemented under an INTPA-funded contract. As such, the applicable nationality and eligibility rules for legal entities shall apply*. We regret that we will be unable to consider quotations from legal entities that do not comply with these nationality requirements. 

* See ePRAG: PRAG 2021.1- Annex a2a1_ecprogrammes_eligibility2021_2027_en – NDICI-Global Europe - Global Challenges thematic programme.

Any request for clarification must be received by NRC in writing at least 5 working days before the deadline for submission of tenders. Questions regarding the assignment, can be addressed to Thannaletchimy Housset (thannaletchimy.housset@idmc.ch).

Please note: All service providers/consultants working with NRC should maintain high standards on ethical issues, respect and apply basic human and social rights, ensure non-exploitation of child labour, and give fair working conditions to their staff. NRC reserves the right to reject quotations provided by suppliers not meeting these standards. Consultants doing business with NRC will be screened on anti-corruption due diligence before NRC confirms a contract. 

Anti-money laundering, anti-bribery, anti-corruption and anti-terrorism legislation and donor regulations require NRC to screen contractors against various international lists to ensure due diligence. Submission of the quotation constitutes acceptance of these screening practices. 

NRC reserves the right to accept or reject the whole or part of your offer based on the information provided. Incomplete offers which do not comply with our conditions will not be considered.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please find the full Terms of Reference and application process here: