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INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): BW-CCARDESA-2023116-CS-INDV

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from the World Bank toward cost of the facilitation of the implementation of the Food Systems Resilience Project (FSRP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds to engage an individual consultant to Establish a regional Farmer Field School Curriculum on Climate Smart Agriculture.

The overall objective of the consultancy is to develop a regional Farmer Field School (FFS) Curriculum on CSA using a holistic approach to experiential learning model for demonstration, practicals, and application of learning content on farmers’own plots.

The consultant will be expected to, among others, to undertake the following tasks:

i. Review existing relevant learning materials on Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) and Farmer Field Schools (FFS) developed in the region, by SADC Member States or international partners;

ii. In liaison with CCARDESA, set up a curriculum development team with experts from relevant regional institutions to make systematic decisions about the target audience, the scope and depth of the curriculum, learning objectives, modules, content, lessons, duration, teaching points, intended outcomes, methods and evaluation strategies;

iii. Develop the CSA curriculum package using the principles of non-formal adult learning and ensure compliance with curriculum standards and best practices;

iv. Develop the Facilitator’s manual and a Participant’s manual;

v. Develop the delivery mechanism including the training systems and tools, teaching methodologies (including experiential methods) and support material;

vi. Develop a tracking system to allow CCARDESA and stakeholders to track whether the CSA curriculum is effectively incorporated into FFS events on the ground;

vii. In collaboration with CCARDESA, organise and facilitate a consultative validation workshop for the draft curriculum, draft facilitator’s manual and draft participant’s manual;

viii. Compile contributions from the validation workshop and provide a report of the meeting;

ix. Incorporate inputs from the validation workshop to produce a final Training Curriculum Package on CSA to be used by SADC Member States;

x. In liaison with CCARDESA, select test sites and conduct a formative evaluation of the curriculum materials developed; and

xi. In liaison with CCARDESA, recruit and train facilitators from SADC Member States.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

The Consultant Team Leader shall be required to have the following qualifications and experience:

i. At least a Master’s degree in Agricultural Education, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Sciences, or related fields. Holder of a PhD in the above will be an added advantage;

ii. A qualification in Competency-Based Education Training (CBED) will serve as an added advantage;

iii. At least 15 years of working experience in any of the above fields, including at least 10 years of practical experience in CSA;

iv. Sound knowledge of CSA principles, practices, and approaches, including recommendations for climate-resilient crops, crop diversification, sustainable water management, and soil conservation;

v. Proof of Evidence in training materials development including curriculum design, and/or delivering training programs in CSA;

vi. Demonstrable ability to write concise technical papers, adapting the content to the knowledge level and cultural context of the target audience.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants by World Bank Borrowers (“Consultant Guidelines”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

Further information (terms of reference) can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1630 hours.

Interested Individual Consultants should submit their expressions of interest, detailed curriculum vitae and a brief technical proposal to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) not later than 01st February 2024. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

The Procurement Officer

Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research in Southern Africa (CCARDESA)

Ground Floor, Red Brick Building Plot 4701

Mmaraka Road Private Bag 00357

Gaborone, Botswana

E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org

Tel: +267 3914997

Click here to download detailed Terms of Reference for this assigment.

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Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Assignment Title: Review of the CCARDESA Human Resources and Procedure Manual – Gaborone Botswana.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from various donors towards its mandate of Coordinating Agricultural Research and Development in Southern Africa and intends to apply a portion of these proceeds towards eligible payments under this contract. Payment by CCARDESA will be made only against approved deliverables, and will be subject, in all respects, to the terms and conditions of the CCARDESA financial Management Systems.  

CCARDESA is a subsidiary organization of SADC and has the mandate of coordinating all matters of agricultural research and development in the SADC region. It facilitates implementation of various projects funded by different donors. CCARDESA offers vast discussion platforms and networks to key agricultural and nutrition stakeholders across the region, including national, civil society and private agricultural research and extension services, academia and policymakers.

The overall objectives of the assignment are to :

• Review the current CCARDESA Human resources policy and procedures manual to fulfil organisational needs and adapt to contemporary Human resource management practices.
• Ensure that the Human resources policy and procedures manual is effective enough to promote the current desired organisational strategic objectives.
• Ensure that the Human resources policy and procedures manual is consistent and fair to all employees to attract and retain diverse talent.
• Ensure that the Human resources policy and procedures manual is in tandem with global diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

The Consultant shall have the following key academic and professional competencies:

• At least a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Psychology, Organisational Development or Business Management with At least 5 years of working/consulting experience in areas of Human resources management, Industrial relations and Labour Law.

                                                        OR

• At least a Bachelor degree in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology or Business Management with At least 10 years of working/consulting experience in areas of Human resources management, Industrial relations and Labour Law.
• A minimum of three (3) similar assignments in the last 5 years.
• Understanding and experience of working internationally, across different countries and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in review and development of strategic Human resources policies.
• The Consultant must be fluent in written and spoken English.

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual Consultancy method set out in the CCARDESA Procurement Manual.

Further information (terms of reference) can be obtained at https://www.ccardesa.org/knowledge-products/terms-reference-review-ccardesa-human-resources-policy-procedure-manual

Application letters complete with detailed curriculum vitae and a brief technical proposal must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) not later than 13th December 2023. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

The Procurement Officer

 Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) Secretariat

 Ground Floor, Red Brick Building

 Plot 4701

 Mmaraka Road

 Private Bag 00357

 Gaborone, Botswana

E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org

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Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Assignment Title: Fundraiser for CCARDESA – Gaborone Botswana.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from various donors towards its mandate of Coordinating Agricultural Research and Development in Southern Africa and intends to apply a portion of these proceeds towards eligible payments under this contract. Payment by CCARDESA will be made only against approved deliverables, and will be subject, in all respects, to the terms and conditions of the CCARDESA financial Management Systems.  

CCARDESA is a subsidiary organization of SADC and has the mandate of coordinating all matters of agricultural research and development in the SADC region. It facilitates implementation of various projects funded by different donors. CCARDESA offers vast discussion platforms and networks to key agricultural and nutrition stakeholders across the region, including national, civil society and private agricultural research and extension services, academia and policymakers.

The overall objective of this assignment is to raise funds to support CCARDESA’s implementation of its Long-Term Strategy (LTS) and Mid-Term Operational Plan (MTOP).

The scope of this assignment entails fund raising from diverse sources to support CCARDESA’s implementation of its Long-Term Strategy (LTS) and Mid-Term Operational Plan (MTOP).

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

The Fundraiser shall have the following key academic and professional competencies:

• At least a Masters degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences, Development, Business Administration, or any related field;
• At least ten (10) years proven international experience in financial resource mobilization with a success rate of at least 70%;
• At least 5 years proven experience and success in mobilising funds for agricultural research and development organisations;
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and planning skills as well as ability to work under tight deadlines;
• Experience in working with key funders/donors in agriculture and development regionally and internationally is desirable;
• At least three (3) past or current traceable clients that CCARDESA can contact for references and results achieved by the Fundraiser
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of the other two SADC working languages (French or Portuguese) is desirable.

For detailed TORs click on this link: https://www.ccardesa.org/knowledge-products/terms-reference-fundraiser

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual Consultancy method set out in the CCARDESA Procurement Manual.

Further information (terms of reference) can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1630 hours.

Application letters complete with detailed curriculum vitae and a brief technical proposal must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) not later than 01st December 2023. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

NB: Consultants who applied previously need not reapply.

 The Procurement Officer

 Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) Secretariat

 Ground Floor, Red Brick Building

 Plot 4701

 Mmaraka Road

 Private Bag 00357

 Gaborone, Botswana

E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org

Request for Expression of Interest

Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Assignment Title: Fundraiser for CCARDESA – Gaborone Botswana.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from various donors towards its mandate of Coordinating Agricultural Research and Development in Southern Africa and intends to apply a portion of these proceeds towards eligible payments under this contract. Payment by CCARDESA will be made only against approved deliverables, and will be subject, in all respects, to the terms and conditions of the CCARDESA financial Management Systems.  

CCARDESA is a subsidiary organization of SADC and has the mandate of coordinating all matters of agricultural research and development in the SADC region. It facilitates implementation of various projects funded by different donors. CCARDESA offers vast discussion platforms and networks to key agricultural and nutrition stakeholders across the region, including national, civil society and private agricultural research and extension services, academia and policymakers.

The overall objective of this assignment is to raise funds to support CCARDESA’s implementation of its Long-Term Strategy (LTS) and Mid-Term Operational Plan (MTOP).

The scope of this assignment entails fund raising from diverse sources to support CCARDESA’s implementation of its Long-Term Strategy (LTS) and Mid-Term Operational Plan (MTOP).

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

The Fundraiser shall have the following key academic and professional competencies:

• At least a Masters degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences, Development, Business Administration, or any related field;
• At least ten (10) years proven international experience in financial resource mobilization with a success rate of at least 70%;
• At least 5 years proven experience and success in mobilising funds for agricultural research and development organisations;
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and planning skills as well as ability to work under tight deadlines;
• Experience in working with key funders/donors in agriculture and development regionally and internationally is desirable;
• At least three (3) past or current traceable clients that CCARDESA can contact for references and results achieved by the Fundraiser
• Fluency in written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of the other two SADC working languages (French or Portuguese) is desirable

For detailed TORs click on this link: https://www.ccardesa.org/knowledge-products/terms-reference-fundraiser-…;

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual Consultancy method set out in the CCARDESA Procurement Manual.

Further information (terms of reference) can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1630 hours.

Application letters complete with detailed curriculum vitae and a brief technical proposal must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) not later than 02nd November 2023. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

 The Procurement Officer

 Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) Secretariat

 Ground Floor, Red Brick Building

 Plot 4701

 Mmaraka Road

 Private Bag 00357

 Gaborone, Botswana

E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org

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Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Assignment Title: Revision of the CCARDESA Long-Term Strategy and Medium-Term Operational Plan – Gaborone Botswana.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from various donors towards its mandate of Coordinating Agricultural Research and Development in Southern Africa and intends to apply a portion of these proceeds towards eligible payments under this contract. Payment by CCARDESA will be made only against approved deliverables, and will be subject, in all respects, to the terms and conditions of the CCARDESA financial Management Systems.  

CCARDESA is a subsidiary organization of SADC and has the mandate of coordinating all matters of agricultural research and development in the SADC region. It facilitates implementation of various projects funded by different donors. CCARDESA offers vast discussion platforms and networks to key agricultural and nutrition stakeholders across the region, including national, civil society and private agricultural research and extension services, academia and policymakers.

The overall objective of this assignment is to produce a revised CCARDESA Long-Term Strategy (LTS) and Mid-Term Operational Plan (MTOP) including the proposal of necessary organizational structures to deliver the revised strategy and operational plan.

The scope of the assignment will require, amongst others, in order to produce a revised CCARDESA’s LTS and MTOP, to consult documents that were approved by stakeholders in the process of developing the 2020-2029 LTS and MTOP, the current LTS and MTOP, record of proceedings of the February 2023 consultative meeting of Directors of Agricultural Research and Deans of Faculties of Agriculture in the SADC region, and other documents that the Consultant will find relevant.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

a) Lead Consultant: Agricultural Research and Development (ARD) Expert

The ARD expert shall be the Team Leader and will be responsible for the full delivery of the Strategy and the MTOP. He/She shall have the following key academic and professional competencies:

1. At least a Masters degree in Agriculture or a closely related field;
2. At least 12 years of post-graduate working/consulting experience in areas of agricultural research, policy development, programme development and management in the agricultural sector;
3. Demonstrated experience in development of strategic and operational plans, as well as institutional development;
4. Evidence of having undertaken similar assignments before;
5. High level of written and oral communication skills in English;
6. Experience at regional level within SADC and working knowledge of regional economic communities (RECs) is highly desirable; and

b) Support Consultant: Institutional and strategic planning expert

The institutional and strategic planning expert shall be the second person in the team and will work closely with the Team Leader to deliver the assignment. He/She shall have the following key academic and professional competencies:

1. At least a Masters degree in business management, Agriculture or any other relevant field;
2. At least 10 years of post-graduate working/consulting experience in areas of institutional development, strategy development or other relevant fields;
3. Demonstrated experience in corporate long-term plans at policy and strategic levels;
4. Demonstrated experience in designing theories of change and associated results frameworks;
5. Evidence of having undertaken similar assignments before;
6. High level of written and oral communication skills in English;
7. Experience at regional level within SADC and working knowledge of regional economic communities (RECs) is highly desirable;

 For detailed TORs click on this link: https://www.ccardesa.org/knowledge-products/terms-reference-revision-ccardesa-long-term-strategy-and-medium-term-0

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual Consultancy method set out in the CCARDESA Procurement Manual.

Further information (terms of reference) can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1630 hours.

Application letters complete with detailed curriculum vitae and a brief technical proposal must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) not later than 20th October 2023. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

 The Procurement Officer

 Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) Secretariat

 Ground Floor, Red Brick Building

 Plot 4701

 Mmaraka Road

 Private Bag 00357

 Gaborone, Botswana

E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org

Request for Expression of Interest

Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Assignment Title: Training in Malabo Commitments and Biannual Review Reporting – Namibia and Mozambique-( Facilitator)

CCARDESA Secretariat under the CAADP-XP4 Project, Botswana.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from the European Union channeled through the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) equivalent to €5,370 Million towards the cost of Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme’s Ex-Pillar 4 (CAADP-XP4) Project, and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this grant towards eligible payments under this contract. Payment by IFAD will be made only at the request of CCARDESA and upon approval by IFAD and will be subject, in all respects, to the terms and conditions of the financing agreement. The financing agreement prohibits a withdrawal from the grant account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of IFAD, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No parties other than CCARDESA shall derive any rights from the financing agreement or have any claim to financing proceeds.

CCARDESA is a subsidiary organisation of SADC and has the mandate of coordinating all matters of agricultural research and development in the SADC region. It facilitates the implementation of various projects including the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme Ex Pillar 4 (CAADP-XP4). The CAADP-XP4 project supports a science-led and climate-relevant agricultural transformation in Africa and aims at strengthening the capacities of the five African institutions to deliver on their Agricultural Research for Development (AR4D) mandates and to collectively support African countries implement relevant programmes of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP).

The overall objective of this consultancy is to strengthen the capacities of CCARDESA Information, Communication & Knowledge Management(ICKM) national Focal Point Persons, Media, NARES and Private sector including Farmers in the understanding of Malabo Commitments, Biannual Report and Knowledge Management.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

1. A minimum of a master’s degree in Agricultural Economics or a closely related field,
2. At least Ten years of experience in the alignment of SADC  strategies, policies and AU to country-level implementation.
3. Proven experience in working with Malabo commitments
4. Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team
5. Experience in the similar assignment (Distilling Malabo Commitments to audiences )
6. Experience in working with regional organizations and in Southern African countries and CCARDESA SROs. ,
7. At least five years of relevant experience in facilitating collaborative workshops for large regional organisations
8. Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills. 
9. Experience with multi-cultural environments in a variety of settings
10. Knowledge and experience of innovative workshop facilitation principles and methods
11. Fluency (spoken and written) in English is essential; working knowledge of other SADC languages will be an advantage;

For detailed TORs click on this link: https://www.ccardesa.org/knowledge-products/terms-reference-training-services-malabo-commitments-and-biannual-review

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual Consultancy method set out in the CCARDESA Procurement Manual.

Application letters complete with detailed curriculum vitae must be delivered in written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) on or before 15th May 2023. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

   The Executive Director

  Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) Secretariat

  Ground Floor, Red Brick Building

  Plot 4701

  Station Exit Road

  Private Bag 00357

  Gaborone, Botswana

 E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org ,Tel: 00267 391 4991/7

Request for Expression of Interest

Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA)

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Assignment Title: Training in Malabo Commitments and Biannual Review Reporting – Namibia and Mozambique-( Facilitator)

CCARDESA Secretariat under the CAADP-XP4 Project, Botswana.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from the European Union channeled through the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) equivalent to €5,370 Million towards the cost of Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme’s Ex-Pillar 4 (CAADP-XP4) Project, and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this grant towards eligible payments under this contract. Payment by IFAD will be made only at the request of CCARDESA and upon approval by IFAD and will be subject, in all respects, to the terms and conditions of the financing agreement. The financing agreement prohibits a withdrawal from the grant account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of IFAD, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No parties other than CCARDESA shall derive any rights from the financing agreement or have any claim to financing proceeds.

CCARDESA is a subsidiary organisation of SADC and has the mandate of coordinating all matters of agricultural research and development in the SADC region. It facilitates the implementation of various projects including the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme Ex Pillar 4 (CAADP-XP4). The CAADP-XP4 project supports a science-led and climate-relevant agricultural transformation in Africa and aims at strengthening the capacities of the five African institutions to deliver on their Agricultural Research for Development (AR4D) mandates and to collectively support African countries implement relevant programmes of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP).

The overall objective of this consultancy is to strengthen the capacities of CCARDESA Information, Communication & Knowledge Management(ICKM) national Focal Point Persons, Media, NARES and Private sector including Farmers in the understanding of Malabo Commitments, Biannual Report and Knowledge Management.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

1. A minimum of a master’s degree in Agricultural Economics or a closely related field,
2. At least Ten years of experience in the alignment of SADC  strategies, policies and AU to country-level implementation.
3. Proven experience in working with Malabo commitments
4. Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a team
5. Experience in the similar assignment (Distilling Malabo Commitments to audiences )
6. Experience in working with regional organizations and in Southern African countries and CCARDESA SROs. ,
7. At least five years of relevant experience in facilitating collaborative workshops for large regional organisations
8. Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills. 
9. Experience with multi-cultural environments in a variety of settings
10. Knowledge and experience of innovative workshop facilitation principles and methods
11. Fluency (spoken and written) in English is essential; working knowledge of other SADC languages will be an advantage;

For detailed TORs click on this link: https://www.ccardesa.org/knowledge-products/terms-reference-training-services-malabo-commitments-and-biannual-review

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual Consultancy method set out in the CCARDESA Procurement Manual.

Application letters complete with detailed curriculum vitae must be delivered in written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) on or before 15th May 2023. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

   The Executive Director

  Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) Secretariat

  Ground Floor, Red Brick Building

  Plot 4701

  Station Exit Road

  Private Bag 00357

  Gaborone, Botswana

 E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org ,Tel: 00267 391 4991/7

 INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT SELECTION

Expression of Interest:   Facilitation of Resource Mobilization Training Workshop - CCARDESA Secretariat under the CAADP-XP4 Project, Botswana.

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) has received financing from the European Union channeled through the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) equivalent to €5,370 Million towards the cost of Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme’s Ex-Pillar 4 (CAADP-XP4) Project, and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this grant towards eligible payments under this contract. Payment by IFAD will be made only at the request of CCARDESA and upon approval by IFAD, and will be subject, in all respects, to the terms and conditions of the financing agreement. The financing agreement prohibits a withdrawal from the grant account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of IFAD, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No parties other than CCARDESA shall derive any rights from the financing agreement or have any claim to financing proceeds.

CCARDESA is a subsidiary organization of SADC and has the mandate of coordinating all matters of agricultural research and development in the SADC region. It facilitates implementation of various projects including Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme Ex Pillar 4 (CAADP-XP4). The CAADP-XP4 project supports a science-led and climate-relevant agricultural transformation in Africa and aims at strengthening the capacities of the five African institutions to deliver on their Agricultural Research for Development (AR4D) mandates and to collectively support African countries implement relevant programmes of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP).

The project seeks to deliver five (5) key outputs including one on improving the capacities of CCARDESA and the other organizations in competencies required for the successful implementation of the Project such as technical and organizational capacities in gender, infrastructures, coordination, multi-stakeholder project management, resource mobilization, fiduciary processes, and monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL);

The main purpose of the consultant is to facilitate the process of 4-5 pre-identified multi-disciplinary teams of 3-4 experts to jointly guide the development of regional climate-relevant fundable projects proposals concept notes to be submitted to existing calls or possible development partners. Besides developing new project proposals, the assignment may entail adapting existing concept notes and proposals to fit existing calls for proposals.

In undertaking the assignment, the main tasks will include, but not limited to the following;

1. Undertake proposal writing preparatory work e.g. writeshop agenda, materials including sharing links or guidelines to existing calls for proposals or concept notes;
2. Conduct virtual and physical engagement of 4-5 multi-disciplinary teams of about 3-4 experts per group from the SADC region and beyond assigned to develop a concept note or proposal under a specific theme;
3. Facilitate the documentation of the proposals/concept note and submit clean edited document(s) to CCARDESA and the call at the end of 10 working days;
4. Prepare and submit to CCARDSEA a very brief writeshop process report not exceeding 10 pages excluding annexes.
5. For more detailed TORs follow this link: https://www.ccardesa.org/knowledge-products/individual-consultant-facilitate-resource-mobilisation-training-writeshop

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa now invites eligible individual consultants to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested consultants should provide information (Comprehensive CVs that show description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions) demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

The shortlisting criteria are:

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      1. At least a Masters degree in either Agriculture, Economics, Environmental Science, Knowledge Management or any closely related qualification to the above;
      2. Minimum of 10-year experience in facilitating training in resource mobilisation and/ or facilitating proposal writing;
      3. Demonstrate experience in the SADC Region or Africa and expertise in developing bankable climate-relevant proposals with traceable record of funded proposals;
      4. Demonstrable experience in leading a technically diverse team.
      5. Ability to fluently speak and write concisely technical content for an English audience.
      6. Experience in using virtual platforms and/ or collaborative writing tools

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual Consultancy method set out in the CCARDESA Procurement Manual.

Application letters complete with detailed curriculum vitae must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) on or before 10th April 2023. Applications should bear the name of the assignment in the subject field.

   The Executive Director

  Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) Secretariat

  Ground Floor, Red Brick Building

  Plot 4701

  Station Exit Road

  Private Bag 00357

  Gaborone, Botswana

 E-mail: procurement@ccardesa.org

Tel: 00267 391 4991/7

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) invites suitably qualified, experienced, innovative, result oriented and self-driven individuals who are citizens of Botswana to apply for the following position tenable at CCARDESA Secretariat in Gaborone, Republic of Botswana.

Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to submit applications saved as a single PDF file clearly labelled the positions being applied for on the subject line to recruitment@ccardesa.org addressed to:

The Executive Director
ATT: Head of HR
CCARDESA Secretariat
P/Bag 00357
Gaborone, Republic of Botswana

Applicants are required to attach Motivation Letter, CV’s, certified copies of educational, professional certificates and references. Applications with inadequate supporting documents will not be considered.
Only applicants who meet the requirements of CCARDESA will be considered for interview. Should you not hear from the CCARDESA within two months after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
Applications received through any other sources will not be considered.

FOOD SYSTEMS RESILIENCE PROJECT (FSRP)
ASSISTANT PROCUREMENT OFFICER

1. Overview of the Position

All procuring entities, including bidders service providers and procurement experts shall observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement and execution of contracts financed under the project and coordinated by CCARDESA. The Assistant Procurement Officer is responsible for the effective delivery of procurement services at CCARDESA under the FSRP Project. The officer promotes a collaborative, client-focused, quality and result-oriented approach in the Procurement Unit. The position requires that the incumbent assists in developing procurement plans, procurement execution, and sourcing. The officer will also assist in contract negotiations, relationship building, and drafting of procurement reports.

2. Specific Responsibilities and Tasks

Under the guidance of the Procurement Officer, the Assistant Procurement Officer’s main duties and responsibilities will include:

a) Assist with preparation of Requests for Quotation, Invitations to Bid, Requests for Proposal, and co-ordination of their timely dispatch by email
b) Assist the Procurement Officer in maintaining up-to-date Procurement documents and Manuals
c) Assist in the preparation of Requests for Expression of Interests and publication
d) Evaluation of the Expression of Interests
e) Lead contract negotiations with user departments
f) Frequent analysis of the market and procurement of air-tickets
g) Routine copying and circulation of quotes, bids, and proposals for evaluation
h) Market research and sourcing quotes locally for low-value items
i) Assist with managing the administrative process in preparation of all documentation until the award of contracts
j) Preparation of procurement reports
k) Receive approved purchase requisitions from the office of the Executive Director
l) Check and classify the precedence of requisitions and process as the priority may require
m) Together with the user department, receive procured items and ensure completeness of the documentation
n) Maintain appropriate records to ensure that the procurement process, decision, and contractual agreements are accurately documented for accountability and audit purposes.  

3. Minimum Qualifications and Experience

3.1. Academic and Professional Qualifications

a) At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Procurement, Logistics Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management or any relevant field from a recognised University/Institution, AND
b) Minimum of CIPS level 4 Diploma.

3.2. Experience

a) Minimum five years’ work experience in Procurement Management.
b) At least 1 year experience working with an international organization is essential

3.3. Skills and abilities

a) Solid computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, email and ability to easily navigate the Internet
b) Ability to uphold and respect procurement ethics and conduct activities with integrity.
c) Ability to meet tight deadlines and work long hours when required
d) Ability to work in a multicultural environment
e) Knowledge of World Bank procurement procedures will be an added advantage

3.4. Competency Requiements

a) Team player - demonstrates patience, flexibility and honesty.
b) Self-starter - able to plan and manage his/her own work and takes initiative.
c) Meticulous - Pay attention to detail and have high degree of accuracy

The Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA) invites suitably qualified, experienced, innovative, result oriented and self-driven individuals who are citizens of SADC to apply for the following position tenable at CCARDESA Secretariat in Gaborone, Republic of Botswana.

Interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to submit applications saved as a single PDF file clearly labelled the positions being applied for on the subject line to recruitment@ccardesa.org addressed to:

The Executive Director

ATT: Head of HR

CCARDESA Secretariat

P/Bag 00357

Gaborone, Republic of Botswana

Applicants are required to attach Motivation Letter, CV’s, certified copies of educational, professional certificates and references. Applications with inadequate supporting documents will not be considered.

Only applicants who meet the requirements of CCARDESA will be considered for interview. Should you not hear from the CCARDESA within two months after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Applications received through any other sources will not be considered.

FOOD SYSTEMS RESILIENCE PROJECT (FSRP)

ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS OFFICER

1. Overview of the Position

All activities implemented by CCARDESA have to meet acceptable levels of environmental and social standards in order to minimize impact on the environment and maintain social responsibility. The Environment and Social Safeguards Officer provides technical leadership in ensuring that the activities implemented under the FSRP either cause no environmental and social concerns or are accompanied by effective mitigation and preventive measures. The officer also has the responsibility of identifying potential environmental and social risks, designing early measures for managing them and ensuring that the measures are implemented/enforced. The position requires that the incumbent drafts reports and monitors the activities of the project to identify any potential environmental and social issues of concern. In view of the subtle nature of some environmental and social issues, the Officer should also provide training, create awareness and ensure mainstreaming of the necessary safeguards into new programmes and activities.

2. Duties and responsibilities

Reporting to the Food Systems Resilience Project Coordinator, the Environment and Social Safeguards Officer will be responsible for coordination and implementation of environment and social safeguards related aspects under the FSRP. Major duties and responsibilities will include:

a) Provide conceptual and technical expertise on mainstreaming key environmental and socialconsiderations in all stages of the project/programme management cycle, in accordance with agreed safeguard instruments (e.g., World Bank’s Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs) and Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP).

b) Serve as the focal point person on environmental and social issues for ALL FSRP stakeholder groups and work closely with implementing partners to provide advice on sustainable means of resolving any challenges.

c) Conduct awareness creation and sensitisation of stakeholders, including communities and vulnerable groups on environmental and social dimensions of the project along with suggested safeguards.

d) Monitor safeguards compliance in close coordination with the M&E unit in a timely manner.

e) Undertake regular project site visits to assess and enforce compliance with national policies and good international practices.

f) Identify potential sources of project-related grievances, establish, publicise, maintain, and operate an accessible grievance redress mechanism (GRM) in consistency with the World Bank’s ESSs and as specified in the FSRP Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP).

g) Prepare and submit regular monitoring reports on the environmental, social, health, and safety (ESHS) performance of FSRP, including but not limited to the implementation of the ESCP, status of preparation and implementation of Environmental & Social (E&S) instruments required under the ESCP, stakeholder engagement activities, and functioning of the GRM.

h) Build capacity of FSRP staff, implementing partners and key stakeholders on Environmental and Social safeguards.

i) Contribute to advocacy activities, information dissemination and knowledge building relating to safeguards practices and policies.

j) Facilitate the implementation of policies, procedures and measures intended to prevent, reduce, mitigate and/or compensate for the unintended negative impacts of project interventions.

3. Academic Qualifications and Experience

3.1. Qualification: Minimum of Master’s degree or equivalent in Environmental Law, Environmental Science or a relevant field from a recognized University/Institution.

3.2. Experience: Minimum five years’ work experience in implementing environmental and social safeguards in agricultural development projects or related initiatives, preferably at regional level; Must have sound knowledge of safeguards, social policies, gender and social inclusion, climate resilient agriculture and current development issues in the SADC region and beyond. Practical experience with safeguards policies and their application in similar projects is an added advantage. 

3.3. Skills and Abilities: Excellent organizational, coordination, communication, and facilitation skills. Excellent interpersonal skills, team management experience, and demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary, multicultural, and international environment. Excellent computer skills.

3.4. Competency Requirements: Results-oriented, accountable, proactive leadership skills. Ability to lead by example and drive change.