Consultancy: Zimbabwe Project, Commonwealth Foundation
Reference: CF/04/11
Location: London, UK
Closing Date: 4 May 2011
Background
In the communiqué from the 2009 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, leaders made explicit reference to engagement with Zimbabwe: Heads of Government welcomed the Global Political Agreement on power-sharing in Zimbabwe, and expressed the hope that this would be implemented faithfully and effectively. They looked forward to the conditions being created for the return of Zimbabwe to the Commonwealth.
The Commonwealth Foundation has worked with accredited Commonwealth bodies and other civil society organisations to help create the conditions that would enable the return of Zimbabwe to the Commonwealth. This has been done through a combination of: grant support to civil society organisations; cooperation with the Commonwealth Organisations Committee on Zimbabwe and other civic groups; fellowships for Zimbabwean civil society leaders; dialogue with senior officials within the Commonwealth Secretariat and member states; and the development of a proposal for a clearing house of information for Commonwealth civil society on Zimbabwe. This consultancy aims to see this work through into a crucial stage, leading up to the 2011 CHOGM, which will take place in October.
Scope of Work
The consultancy contract covers two principal areas of work:
a) The preparation of a report to CHOGM. The report will:
- Review progress in Zimbabwe since 2009 and provide an up-to-date situation report for CHOGM 2011
- Focus on the key areas that would influence decisions about the return of Zimbabwe to membership
- Record the work of Commonwealth organisations in strengthening links with civil society in Zimbabwe
- Make recommendations for future action
b) The organisation of the participation of up to four Zimbabwean civil society colleagues at the Commonwealth People’s Forum that will take place in Perth on the eve of CHOGM. This will include the organisation of an appropriate side event in conjunction with the Commonwealth Foundation that will feature the participation of Zimbabwean colleagues.
Selection Criteria: Technical Expertise and Professional Experience
Consultants/Project Principal should possess the following minimum qualifications and experience:
a) Possess at least a first degree in law or social sciences
b) Relevant experience in preparing reports for governments e.g. Commonwealth Head of Governments Meeting. At least ten years experience in preparing reports for governments e.g. Commonwealth Head of Governments Meeting is desirable
c) Experience and good working knowledge of civil society organisations. Knowledge of civil society organisations in Zimbabwe is desirable
d) Evidence of experience in organising participation of overseas stakeholders particularly civil societies in international events
Consultants can team up to cover the expertise required for undertaking the assignment. In such a case, there should be a lead consultant who will submit the proposal and assume delivery responsibility.
Remuneration
The successful individual consultant/consulting firm will be provided with the following by the Commonwealth Foundation:
a) Consultancy fees at GBP 300 per day for up to a maximum of 30 person-days.
Submission of Applications
Applications must include the following:
a) The profile of the consultant(s) with the CV showing:
- Academic qualifications relevant for the job
- Evidence of practical experience in preparing reports for governments e.g. Commonwealth Head of Government Meeting
- Evidence of good working knowledge of civil society organisations. Knowledge of civil society organisations in Zimbabwe is desirable b) A write up explaining the adequacy of the consultant's knowledge and experience with reference to the assignment and required expertise
Closing Date for Submission of Proposals
The deadline for submission of proposals is 23:59 hours GMT on Wednesday 4th May 2011.
Interested applicants who are nationals of Commonwealth member countries and who meet the selection criteria are invited to apply with a detailed CV including names and contact details of three referees to Ms Nike Ajibowo, via email or post at :
Nike Ajibowo
HR Resources & Contracts Officer
Commonwealth Foundation
Pall Mall
London SW1Y 5HX
Email: n.ajibowo@commonwealth.int
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