Consultant for Strategic Plan Development at DIGNITY Kwanza

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Consultant for Strategic Plan Development at DIGNITY Kwanza September 2024

Job type: Full-time
Organization: DIGNITY Kwanza – Community Solutions
Assignment: Consultant for Strategic Plan Development
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam

Background/Context
DIGNITY Kwanza – Community Solutions (DIGNITY Kwanza):
DIGNITY Kwanza is
a dedicated non-governmental organization registered in Tanzania,
committed to safeguarding and promoting the human dignity of individuals
affected by displacement, those at risk of statelessness, and
vulnerable groups including women, children, and youth. Through an
integrated approach that combines advocacy, legal aid, and community
empowerment, DIGNITY Kwanza strives to create conditions and
opportunities for our beneficiaries to enjoy their rights, achieve
social and economic growth, and actively participate in nation-building.

As our current strategic plan
(2019/2020 – 2023/2024) concludes, DIGNITY Kwanza seeks to develop a new
five-year strategic plan (2024-2029) to guide our future initiatives,
reaffirm our vision, and ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of
our programs.

Purpose of the Consultancy
The
Strategic Plan Development Consultant will lead the creation of DIGNITY
Kwanza’s next five-year strategic plan (2024-2029). This consultancy
aims to assess the organization’s current operations, engage
stakeholders in a participatory planning process, and develop a
comprehensive strategic framework that aligns with DIGNITY Kwanza’s
mission and vision. The consultant will ensure that the strategic plan
addresses emerging challenges, leverages opportunities, and sets a clear
roadmap for achieving our goals over the next five years.

Methodology
The
individual consultant should propose the methodology to be used to
carry out the assignment. The methodology proposed by the consultant
should be endorsed by the assigned supervisor for this assignment and
shall align with the objectives and expected output for this assignment.

Scope of Work
The consultant will:

• Needs
  Assessment: Conduct a thorough needs assessment, including a situation
  analysis to identify constraints and opportunities for growth and
  development.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate stakeholder
  mapping and consultations, gathering and analyzing qualitative and
  quantitative data from key stakeholders and partners.
• Strategic
  Framework: Develop strategic plans and strategies with clear
  deliverables, indicators, and tools to address identified constraints
  and build necessary support systems.
• Plan Finalization: Create,
  validate, and finalize the strategic plan, including outcome mapping for
  monitoring and evaluation, a detailed implementation plan for
  2024-2025, and general activities for 2026-2029.
• Monitoring
  & Evaluation: Recommend methodologies and tools for evaluating
  outcomes and develop a comprehensive monitoring and communication
  strategy.
• Presentation & Validation: Lead the presentation
  and validation process of the strategic plan with stakeholders and
  partners.

Specific Tasks
The consultant will:

• Review
  Relevant Documents: Conduct a desk review of relevant documents to
  understand DIGNITY Kwanza’s mandate, legal framework, operations, and
  context.
• Analyze Policies: Examine existing national strategies,
  laws, and policies related to human rights, displacement, and NGO
  operations in Tanzania to inform strategic actions.
• Assess
  Theory of Change: Evaluate current Theories of Change used by DIGNITY
  Kwanza and help establish an Organizational Theory of Change for
  2024-2029.
• Assess the Organization: Evaluate DIGNITY Kwanza’s
  existing structure, financial strategy, sustainability, and future
  expansion plans.
• Develop Programs: Support the development of
  new programs, including defining their role in advancing DIGNITY
  Kwanza’s mission, designing program components, and developing metrics
  for program evaluation.
• Facilitate Participatory Planning:
  Develop a methodology and work plan for a participatory planning
  process, including stakeholder consultations and interviews.
• Lead Consultations: Lead consultations with stakeholders to gather feedback on the draft strategic plan.
• Complete
  the Plan: Finalize the strategic plan with detailed implementation
  guidelines, including priority programs, timelines, resource
  allocations, and monitoring frameworks.
• Ensure Alignment: Ensure
  strategic actions align with relevant sector strategies and best
  practices both locally and internationally.

Expected Deliverables Five-Year Strategic Plan:
A comprehensive strategy outlining clear deliverables, key milestones, and implementation guidance.
Environmental Assessments: Detailed assessments of the external and internal environments, including a SWOT analysis.

Qualifications Education:

• Master’s degree in any relevant field, with more than 5 years of demonstrated experience in conducting similar assignments.
• Language Proficiency: High proficiency in both written and spoken English.
• Attention to Detail: Must possess a high level of concentration and be detail-oriented.
• Experience: Previous experience working with refugees and migrants in Tanzania will be considered an added advantage.

Duration
The consultancy is expected to last for a maximum of 10 days, not consecutively but within a one-month period.

Payment
The
payment shall be paid upon the submission of each deliverable and as
agreed during the inception meeting between the consultant and DIGNITY
Kwanza.

Submission of Proposal
Interested applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Detailed Proposal, which must include: 
• Activity plan with a clear timeline and methodology.
• Demonstration of the applicant’s understanding of the assignment.
• CV of the consultant(s) who will implement the assignment.
• Financial
  Proposal, including a budget breakdown in Tanzanian Shillings (TZS),
  inclusive of all applicable taxes. Please note that a Withholding Tax of
  5% will be paid directly to the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA).
• Proven
  Experience, demonstrating expertise in the assignment. Applicants are
  required to provide samples of similar work completed previously.

Closing Date: 25th September, 2024.
How to Apply:
This is Full-time Job, All applications should be submitted electronically to info@dignitykwanza.org