Opportunities

The National Association of Non-Governmental Organisations (NANGO) is the coordinating body of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) operating in Zimbabwe. It is a non-partisan, non-profit making, and non-denominational organisation mandated to coordinate and represent the NGO sector in Zimbabwe. Through its mission, NANGO commits itself to lead NGOs, strengthen, represent, and coordinate their work by creating space, and promoting networking, dialogue, and engagement to enable the fulfilment of members’ visions and missions. NANGO seeks to achieve its mission by fulfilling its vision of having a proactive community of NGOs responsive and committed to the sustainable development needs of all people in Zimbabwe and the full realisation of human rights, democracy, good governance, and poverty alleviation.

NANGO, in partnership with Forus supported by the European Union (EU), is implementing an initiative to strengthen Civil Society’s engagement and influence in Zimbabwe’s Voluntary National Review (VNR) Process.  The project seeks to promote inclusion and effective participation of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the VNR process to ensure all voices, especially from the marginalised groups are heard. Broadly, the projects seek to strengthen CSO participation in the 2024 VNR process and contribute towards a more inclusive and participatory approach to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) implementation in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe is one of the 42 countries that volunteered to present their National VNR reports at the High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) to be held from 8 to 17 July 2024.  Through this initiative, NANGO seeks to engage a consultant to develop a CSO Position Paper to input into the national VNR report and, develop a CSOs Alternative VNR Spotlight Report. These deliverables will be used to engage key stakeholders during the planned stakeholder engagement meetings.  The main objective of this assignment is for the consultant to provide technical assistance in the development of the position paper for the national VNR report and the development of a CSOs Alternative VNR Spotlight report.  The deliverables will be products of wider CSOs sector consultations and desk review processes on SDG implementation, identify challenges and opportunities to accelerate SDG implementation in Zimbabwe.  The assignment is expected to cover a wide range of parameters such as CSOs knowledge of SDGs implementation in Zimbabwe and how CSOs can contribute to the attainment of the SDGs.

Background and Rationale

Zimbabwe recognises the importance of the SDGs and has so far submitted two VNR reports in 2017 and 2021 respectively. However, there is a need for a more inclusive and participatory process to ensure all voices, especially marginalised groups, are heard. While the previous VNR processes for Zimbabwe, included some stakeholder consultations, there were concerns about the depth and inclusivity of engagement with non-state actors and communities. On the other hand, CSOs had missed opportunities for spotlighting local perspectives in the previous VNR processes. Critiques of the previous reports have identified a lack of bottom-up data and insights from communities and grassroots organisations leading to an incomplete picture of progress and challenges. It is, therefore, key to advocate for a robust VNR process with active CSO participation to hold the government accountable for its SDG commitments. To redress these identified gaps, this project will help in building CSOs’ knowledge, skills, and resources to effectively engage in the VNR process, facilitate inclusive consultations, provide evidence-based inputs, recommendations, and alternative narratives; and raise public awareness about the SDGs and the VNR process.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The consultant will provide technical assistance in the development of a Position Paper for the National VNR Report and develop a CSOs Alternative VNR Spotlight Report.  The report will gather the inputs and perspectives of CSOs on SDGs implementation and these will be shared with key stakeholders.

Methodology

The consultant must adopt robust and credible methodologies, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches. The project team will work with the consultant to develop data collection tool(s). The analysis should be conducted in a way that the findings are relevant, easily accessible, widely usable, and can be regularly updated.

Scope of the Study

The scope of the assignment should have national coverage.

Practical Details

The consultant is likely to commence by the 26^th of February 2024.

Consultant Profile

The consultant should have the following qualifications and experience:

• At least a Master’s Degree in Development Studies, Public Policy Analysis, Economics, or any other relevant field.
• Minimum of five years of working experience in the NGO sector of Zimbabwe and/or international development with previous experience in conducting assignment(s) of similar focus and scope.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver on time.
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and facilitation skills preferred.

How to Apply

Interested Consultants are invited to submit the following:

1. Submit a technical and financial proposal (4 pages maximum). This should outline your motivation, proposed approach, the steps you will take to complete the assignment, and details regarding your availability.
2. A CV (max 3 pages) of the consultant.
3. A capacity statement that outlines the consultant’s qualifications and experience.
4. At least three contactable referees preferably from reputable institutions involved in SDGs implementation.

The deadline for submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) is Friday 16 February 2024. EOIs should be sent via email to ngorecruitmentzw@gmail.com copy admin@nangozim.org with “EOI for the Zimbabwe VNR Report” in the subject line. EOIs received after the deadline will be automatically disqualified.

The National Association of Non-Governmental Organisations (NANGO) is the umbrella coordinating body of Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) operating in Zimbabwe. It is a non-political, non-profit making and non-denominational organisation mandated to coordinate the activities of NGOs and represent the NGO sector. Through its mission, NANGO commits itself to lead NGOs, to strengthen, represent and coordinate their work by creating space, and promoting networking, dialogue, and engagement to enable the fulfilment of members’ visions and missions. NANGO seeks to achieve its mission by fulfilling its vision of having a proactive community of NGOs responsive and committed to the sustainable development needs of all people in Zimbabwe and the full realisation of human rights, democracy, good governance, and poverty alleviation.

NANGO is implementing the Action to Protect and Enhance Civic Space in Zimbabwe (APECS) project  in collaboration with Centre for Humanitarian Analytics (CHA) and, the Citizens in Action Southern Africa (CIASA). The project is contributing to the broader program of the Citizen Engagement for Accountability Activity (CEAA). The overall goal of the project is to defend and enhance civic space in pursuit of an enabling operating environment for CSOs in Zimbabwe at multiple levels of CSOs influence and operations.  Through the project, the consortium is seeking to engage a consultant to develop the State of Civil Society Operating Environment in Zimbabwe – Watch Report. The main objective of this assignment is to examine the internal and external factors and trends that have impacted CSO operations, programmes, and operating space over this period. The study will cover a wide range of parameters such as CSOs internal governance, financing, government/CSO relationships, and operating space. This process comes at a critical time, as the civil society sector in Zimbabwe is experiencing seismic changes threatening the operating environment due to various administrative, legal and policy instruments promulgated by the authorities such as the Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO) Amendment Bill, the recently enacted Criminal Law (Codification and Reform), etc.

Background

CSOs in Zimbabwe have evolved significantly in the last three decades. The CSO landscape has transformed dramatically in scale and profile since NGOs became prominent actors in development and the democratisation process.  Civil society in Zimbabwe is as diverse as it changes, reflecting Zimbabwe’s broader social and political trends, and linking with the State and the citizens in evolving ways. The sector has evolved and grown in size and scope, playing a significant part in shaping public policy and ensuring State accountability by creating awareness, delivering social services, participating in policy processes, organizing and building the capacity of citizens, and challenging State excesses.

The operating space for civil society in Zimbabwe is fluid and constantly changing. The state of the operating environment is highly influenced by evolvements in the socio-economic and political development discourse of the country. CSOs are facing challenges brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic that has been affecting resource mobilisation; restricted operational ability due to lockdown restrictions and the need for updated modus operandi, as well as systemic attacks on CSOs through threats and introduction of suppressive regulatory measures. The Private Voluntary Organisations (PVO) Amendment Bill which has provisions purported to attempt to streamline the activities of NGOs and ensure Zimbabwe’s compliance with the Financial Action Taskforce (FATF) Recommendation 8 poses a threat to the existence and independence of NGOs in Zimbabwe. The amendments have various regulatory implications which may further shrink the civic space. CSOs should have inherent quality of flexibility and adaptability to respond to new developments in the ever-evolving working environment.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The consultant will provide technical assistance in the development of the State of Civil Society Operating Environment in Zimbabwe – Watch Report. The report will document the factors and trends that have affected the CSO sector in Zimbabwe and capture the dynamics of civil society over a period of 3 years (2021 – 2023).

Objectives of the Assignment

The main aim of this study is to investigate the internal and external factors and trends that have affected CSO operations since 2021. The study will cover a range of aspects, such as CSOs internal governance, funding, State-CSO relations, and operating environment.

Specifically, the report will seek to establish:

1. The socio-economic and political developments and trends that have impacted the operations and programs of the CSO sector between 2021 and 2023.
2. Key challenges (internal and external) affecting the growth and development of the civil society sector in Zimbabwe.
3. Examine the state of civic space and its effect on the operations of CSOs.
4. The opportunities that the sector can leverage to overcome the key challenges identified.
5. Recommendations on key interventions from various stakeholders, i.e., the government, development partners, and CSOs to improve the sustainability and resilience of the civil society sector.

Methodology

The consultant must adopt robust and credible methodologies, combining qualitative and quantitative approaches. The consultant must come up with tools to collect data from CSOs and other key stakeholders. The analysis should be conducted in a way that the findings are relevant, easily accessible, widely usable, and can be regularly updated.

Scope of the Study

The analysis should have national coverage.

Expected Outputs

The major output within the above-stated objectives is a comprehensive report of the State of Civil Society Operating Environment in Zimbabwe. The specific outputs are:

• Inception report for the study with detailed methodology and draft assessment instructions/tools.
• Draft and final report.

Practical Details

The consultancy is likely to commence by the 15^th of October 2023 and be finalised by mid-November.

Consultant Profile

The consultant should have the following qualifications and experience:

• At least a Master’s degree in Law or Legal Analysis, Public Policy analysis, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of working experience in the NGO sector of Zimbabwe and/or international development in conducting research and studies related to civil society and governance.
• Demonstrable experience with similar assignments and understanding of civil society in Zimbabwe.
• Excellent research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver on time.
• Written and spoken fluency in English is required.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.

How to Apply

Interested Consultants are invited to submit the following:

• A technical and financial proposal (4 pages maximum). This should outline your motivation, approach, the steps you will take to complete the assignment, any proposed revisions to the proposed approach or timeline, details regarding your availability, and a proposed budget/ financial proposal.
• A CV (max 3 pages) for each consultant involved in the work.
• A capacity statement that outlines the consultant’s qualifications and experience.
• At least three referrals preferably from NGOs.
• The financial proposal for the assignment should not exceed US$3 000.00

The deadline for submission of proposals is 13 October 2023. Proposals should be sent via email to ngorecruitmentzw@gmail.com cc admin@nangozim.org with “EOI for State of Civil Society Operating Environment –  Watch Report Consultancy” in the subject line.

INVITATION FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FROM BONA FIDE MONITORING AND EVALUATION EXPERTS TO DEVELOP PROJECT MONITORING AND EVALUATION TOOLS, TRAIN LOCAL ENUMERATORS, AND CONDUCT A DETAILED BASELINE ASSESSMENT OF SAT-WILD PROJECTS IN CHIREDZI DISTRICT, ZIMBABWE.

Background
Sustainable Agriculture Technology (SAT) is a local NGO registered as a PVO in Zimbabwe and is the administrative lead on the EU-funded Integrated Landscape Management Support Project promoting greater social, livelihood, and environmental prosperity, sustainability, and resilience of communities living adjacent to Gonarezhou National Park, Chiredzi District, Zimbabwe. In partnership with Chiredzi RDC and partner communities we are therefore interested in developing a comprehensive and geospatially explicit monitoring and evaluation system for information collection, data management, and reporting for all aspects of community development, livelihoods, environmental sustainability and resilience in Wards neighbouring Gonarezhou National Park in Chiredzi District.

Invitation and Deliverables
Invitation is hereby extended for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified monitoring and evaluation
professionals and organisations with requisite experience in working in remote rural areas of Zimbabwe to provide the
following services:

1. Development of comprehensive data collection and monitoring tools, questionnaires, and systems tailor-made to our landscape and programming using ODK / Kobo Collect and compatible open-source GIS systems.
2. Programming of Android devices and training of local community enumerators and extension staff to develop and conduct surveys, focal group discussions, and key informant interviews, and to collect requisite qualitative, quantitative, and geospatial information on an ongoing basis.
3. Lead and coordinate the undertaking of a comprehensive baseline survey in conjunction with local extension staff and community enumerators – in 10 (Ten) Wards neighbouring Gonarezhou NP, Chiredzi District.
4. Development of systems for data collection, data-management, and reporting – including:

• • Development of quantitative, qualitative, and GIS georeferenced databases and data management
    systems – and training of SAT-WILD staff on management and update thereof
  • Development of automated queries, dashboards, and reporting systems to inform our ongoing project
    management and programming to assess (i) achievement of Programme milestones, aims and
    objectives and (ii) impacts of the Programme on livelihoods, capacity, attitudes and perceptions of
    landscape partners and beneficiaries.

Application Process
Expressions of Interest (EOI) should be submitted on an official letterhead by email to infowild@satzim.org by 17Hr00 Central African Time on Monday 31 July 2023 and should include (i) a brief description of organisational background, qualification, experience, and capacity; (ii) links to current websites / social media pages illustrating capacity and experience; and (iii) contact details for credible, traceable references.

NOTE: no financial proposals, budgets, workplans, or timelines are required at this stage.

Applicants will be assessed and shortlisted by the Project Procurement Committee which reserves the right to: (i) Reject any Proposal in favour of any another, (ii) Reject all Proposals submitted, or (iii) Request any additional information or clarification from specific Applicants. Where verification is required, supporting documents and/or additional information will be requested after reviewing the EOIs received. It is important that prospective Applicants make these documents and information available upon request.

NOTE: Only successful shortlisted candidates will be notified, therefore if you do not receive a response from The Project Procurement Committee your EOI has been deemed unsuccessful and further correspondence will not be entered into.

Shortlisted applicants will be notified and provided with a formal Invitation to Tender (ITT) by COB Friday 11 August 2023.

The Fund was established in recognition of the critical need for a strategic regional response to collectively address the myriad of SRHR issues in Southern Africa with particular attention to young people and adolescents as well as to provide an opportunity for donors to coordinate their support to SRHR in the region.  In 2017, Hivos with support from Sida’s Africa Department – Unit for Regional SRHR extended the scope and reach of the Fund to cover East and Southern Africa (ESA).

The Fund will be implementing the second phase of the project titled “Adolescent and Youth SRHR Inclusive Access Initiative” from March 2023 to December 2026. The new phase of the Fund will focus on strengthening and empowering youth and youth led organizations to increasingly defend and promote their SRHR, engage and influence duty bearers to increasingly design, adopt and implement laws and practices that promote the SRHR of adolescents and young people and finally to strengthen and empower youth researchers to generate evidence on SRHR in the ESA region. 

Through this phase, the Fund seeks to establish a Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) as a mechanism for the Fund to meaningfully engage the project’s rightsholders (adolescents and youth) and ensure their voice, participation and leadership on strategic actions, implementation, grant making, monitoring and evaluation of the project.

Role of YAP members

YAP members will:

• Design mechanisms for meaningful youth engagement across the project
• Participate in decision-making on key aspects of the project including grant-making processes
• Provide technical input and support to the Fund and its partners
• Participate in Fund activities and processes

Benefits of participation

YAP members will benefit from

• Promoting adolescent access to SRHR information and services across the ESA region
• Promote meaningful youth engagement best practices and models on SRHR
• Access innovative leadership training and mentorship opportunities
• Access youth-led and youth-focused SRHR organizations and networks
• Receive a certificate of participation from the Regional SRHR Fund
• Participate in regional and/or national SRHR forums and speaking engagements
• Coverage of logistical and travel costs related to YAP member participation

Call for application for Youth Advisory Panel (YAP) members volunteers

The Regional SRHR Fund is seeking adolescents and youth below the age of 30 years from Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Kenya and Uganda to serve as YAP members. Participation in YAP is on a voluntary basis.

Responsibilities of the YAP member volunteers

• Provide strategic information to the Regional SRHR Fund about young people’s involvement and representation in program designing, grantee’s proposal appraisal, planning and decision-making processes
• Provide advice on emerging Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) issues and concerns for youths within the focus countries.
• Assist the Regional SRHR Fund with consultation processes with young people in focus countries.
• Raise awareness and advocate on digital platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube) for youth SRHR issues, rights and interests
• Promote and encourage the involvement of youths in advocating for provision of SRHR services in the focus countries
• Provide advice on the various aspects of the Regional SRHR Fund’s work.

Selection criteria

The following criteria will guide the selection of YAP members:

• Be a young person aged 15 to 29 years that live, work and/or study in any of the focus countries (Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, Zimbabwe and Zambia).
• Be passionate about SRHR issues and meaningful youth engagement
• Be available and committed to participation in the Fund’s activities and project
• Be inclusive and aligned to Hivos’ values and code of conduct including safeguarding, anti-corruption and fraud policies
• Be willing to commit to human rights approaches and consider a broad range of SRHR views that reflect the diverse societies across the East and Southern Africa region.

Application process

All interested individuals should respond to the call for application by 21 April 2023. If you meet the above requirements, please submit the following:

1. Motivation letter indicating name, age, location/country, interest and past experience in SRHR
2. Curriculum vitae (CV) – outlining similar SRHR experience and academic qualifications

Send the required documents to srhr@hivos.org with the title YAP in the subject line. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Adult Rape Clinic (ARC) is a non-profit organisation that provides comprehensive medical and psychotherapy support services to all survivors of sexual violence.

Objective: To develop a website that will serve as an informative and engaging platform for survivors, advocates, potential donors, and anyone interested in learning more about our organisation.

Audience: The website will be used by survivors of sexual violence, potential donors, volunteers, and anyone seeking information about the organisation and its services.

Functionality:

1. Informational: The website should provide information about the organisation’s services, mission, and vision. It should also provide resources and support for survivors of sexual violence, including advocacy resources, referral services, and a helpline.
2. Donor Relations: The website should showcase the organisation’s impact, success stories, and encourage donations, fundraising, and volunteering.
3. SEO: The website should be optimised for search engines, including relevant keywords, meta tags, and descriptions.
4. Design: The website should have a clean, modern, and user-friendly design that is easy to navigate and accessible to everyone.
5. Security: The website should be secure, with appropriate measures in place to protect sensitive information.

Inspiration: The website developer should draw inspiration from websites like https://rapecrisis.org.uk/, which has a similar focus on supporting survivors of sexual violence.

Technical Assistance: The website developer should provide technical assistance to ensure that the website is secure, including SSL certification, backups, and regular security updates.

Timeline: The consultant should be able to provide detailed development and launch timelines from beginning to completion of the project.

Budget: Interested consultants should provide a quotation for the project inclusive of all costs, such as web design, development, hosting, and technical assistance.

The consultant will work under the guidance and supervision of the Communications Officer to ensure that all content is presented in a sensitive and supportive manner.

Deadline for submission: 31/03/2023 at 16:00Hrs. Submissions to be sent via email to adrapeclinic@yahoo.com copying f.mapeto@adultrapeclinic.org.zw