Consultancy: Guidance on Mandatory Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence (mHREDD)

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  • 29 January 2025
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mHRDD guidance, TOR

Position: Consultant for Developing Guidance on Mandatory Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence (mHREDD)
Location: Remote
Consultancy Period: 1 April to 31 May 2025
Application Deadline: 18 February 2025

The Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) is a pioneering alliance of companies, trade unions, and voluntary organisations working together to improve workers' lives in global supply chains. Our vision is a world of work that upholds human rights, ensures dignity for all, and is free from exploitation and abuse.

We are seeking an experienced consultant or consultancy to develop a comprehensive guidance document that will support companies in effectively aligning their operations with existing and upcoming mandatory human rights and environmental due diligence (mHREDD) legislation.The consultant/consultancy must have strong expertise in business and human rights law and soft law, data collection, research and analysis in the context of international corporate due diligence.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The consultant/consultancy will:

  • Simplify and summarize the requirements of key EU mHREDD legislation, including:
    • The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD)
    • The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)
    • The EU Forced Labour Regulation (EUFLR)
  • Provide step-by-step guidance for companies to meet legislative requirements, including internal coordination, stakeholder engagement, risk analysis, mitigation actions, remediation, and lessons learned.
  • Deliver practical advice tailored to business audiences, ensuring clarity and actionable recommendations.

The guidance will be a critical resource for ETI’s members as they navigate compliance and enhance their capacity for meaningful human rights due diligence.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and agree on the approach and methodology for the guidance document.
  • Conduct thorough research on the mHREDD landscape and legislative requirements.
  • Draft a clear, practical guidance document tailored to business needs.
  • Incorporate feedback from ETI members and collaborate closely with the Project Manager.
  • Deliver the final guidance document by 31 May, 2025.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience working with companies on mHREDD compliance.
  • Strong expertise in business and human rights law, including CSDDD, CSRD, and EUFLR.
  • Demonstrated experience in producing high-quality research and guidance for a business audience.
  • Strong analytical, writing, and project management skills, including the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Contract Details

  • Type: Consultancy contract
  • Budget: Maximum of £8,000 (inclusive of VAT, if applicable)
  • Timeline: 1 April to 31 May 2025 

Application Process

To apply, download the TOR document above. Please send the following to hr@eti.org.uk with the subject line “Consultancy: mHREDD Guidance Development” by 18 February 2025:

  • A brief proposal (maximum 3 pages) outlining your methodology, timeline, and budget.
  • Your CV(s) and a sample of previous work relevant to the project.

For any questions, please contact Margherita Parodi at margherita.parodi@eti.org.uk.

Given the high volume of applications, feedback will only be provided to shortlisted candidates. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your interest.