Strategic Planning Consultant

Position: Strategic Planning Consultant   

Tahaddi is a Lebanese NGO established in 2008 whose aim is to respond to the challenges of urban poverty by facilitating access to education, health and psychosocial support. Tahaddi works in Hay el Gharbeh, Southern Beirut, with families facing extreme socioeconomic hardship. Tahaddi operates 3 community-based centers (focused on non-formal education, psychosocial support and health). In addition, it runs an income-generating sewing workshop. The Tahaddi team consists of over 70 staff members who work in partnership with over 1000 families to see positive change in the area of Hay el Gharbeh.

Tahaddi Lebanon is currently soliciting applications for a consultant to lead Tahaddi’s strategic planning process and develop the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan document. This plan should include both programmatic and organizational objectives, and be conducted in a participatory manner in order to powerfully reflect the ambitions of the community, Tahaddi staff and partners. The planning process and finalized plan should be concluded no later than June 25, 2022.

Application submission guidelines

The Consultant should submit a detailed proposal with the following components:

a) Technical proposal including the following:

• Maximum of four pages outlining the Consultant’s understanding of the TOR and the proposed methodology to conduct the assignment including techniques, tools and timeframe
• CV
• Descriptive list of similar assignments mentioning assignment date, purpose and client name

b) Financial proposal detailing the following:

• Itemized consultant’s fees and costs, specifically total required number of days and proposed daily rate
• Proof of Ministry of Finance of Lebanon registration (Fiscal number)

In case the consultant cannot provide proof of MOF registration, 7.5% will be deducted from the proposed daily rate.

Please submit technical and financial proposals via email to jobs@tahaddilebanon.org mentioning Strategic Planning Consultant in the email subject line.

Consultant Profile and Competencies

• At least 5-10 years of relevant experience, especially at a senior level with NGOs / academic organizations
• Demonstrable experience in strategic planning
• Knowledge of and experience with participatory planning tools and methodologies
• Master’s degree in community development, planning or another relevant field
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships and networks
• Motivated self-starter who enjoys working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment

Deadline for Submission is Friday, May 31.

Start Date: All data gathering and field visits will be conducted in June. Final reports to be submitted by Friday, July 8.