The Civil Society and Community Engagement Division (AHGC2) is implementing the 2024-2028 Civil Society Engagement (CSE) Action Plan, which aims to strengthen the participation of civil society and other relevant stakeholders in the Bank’s development processes and operations. The Action Plan is structured around three complementary areas of intervention: (i) ensuring an enabling environment for civil society engagement; (ii) mainstreaming civil society engagement into the Bank's policies and operations for better impact and (iii) generating knowledge to enhance policy dialogue and advocacy. Against this background, AHGC2 is seeking a Junior Consultant – Civil Society and Community Engagement to provide technical and operational support to the implementation of the Division’s work programme. The Consultant will contribute to the preparation and coordination of Front Office activities; the mainstreaming of civil society engagement and stakeholder participation across Bank operations; the organization of civil society consultations and policy dialogue activities; the implementation of capacity-building initiatives; the development of knowledge and communication products; and the preparation of documents and inputs required for management and institutional processes. The Consultant will work as an integral member of the AHGC2 team and will contribute to the effective delivery, monitoring and reporting of the Division’s activities and priorities.
B. Scope of work
1. Support the Manager and the Division in the preparation, coordination and follow-up of key activities, meetings, briefings, talking points, agendas, minutes and other management documents. 2. Support the monitoring and follow-up of the Division’s work programme, deliverables and action points. 3. Support the integration of civil society engagement and stakeholder participation considerations into Bank operations, strategies, country and regional programming documents, missions and related operational documents in Regional Member Countries. 4. Contribute to the review and preparation of CSE-related inputs, comments and recommendations for operations under preparation and implementation. 5. Support the preparation and organization of civil society consultations, policy dialogues, CSO Open Days, workshops and other stakeholder engagement activities. 6. Contribute to the development, documentation and dissemination of knowledge products, lessons learned, good practices, briefs and other CSE-related materials. 7. Support the preparation of communication materials and content related to AHGC2 activities and CSE initiatives. 8. Contribute to documenting and communicating results, achievements and lessons emerging from the Division’s work. 9. Perform other tasks related to civil society engagement and the implementation of the Division’s work programme, as may be required by the Manager.
C. Deliverables Expected
1. Timely preparation and follow-up of Front Office and management-related deliverables, including agendas, minutes, briefing notes, talking points and action-point tracking. 2. Preparation and dissemination of CSE-related communication, knowledge and visibility products, including briefs, lessons learned and activity documentation. 3. Effective support to the preparation and implementation of civil society consultations, policy dialogues, CSO Open Days, workshops and other stakeholder engagement activities. 4. Support to the implementation and documentation of capacity-building activities for civil society organizations and relevant stakeholders. 5. Other deliverables as may be assigned by the Division Manager in relation to the implementation of AHGC2’s mandate and work programme.
D. Duration and Timetable for the Assignment
a) The Consultant will be hired on a full-time basis for three (3) months.
b) The Consultant will receive a monthly lump sum, following satisfactory performance review of the tasks executed. The Bank’s guidelines on remuneration of consultants will apply, based on the candidate’s qualifications and years of experience.
c) The Consultant is responsible for his/her own health insurance and accommodation costs.
E. Bank Contribution and Institutional Arrangement
Interested candidates shall provide information on their qualifications and experience demonstrating their ability to undertake this Assignment (documents, reference to similar services, experience in similar assignments, etc.). The consultant shall work under the supervision of the Manager, Civil Society and Community Engagement Division (AHGC2)
F. Duty Station
The duty station is Abidjan headquarters. The consultant may be required to travel for missions and work-related engagements as needed. The Bank will cover full costs of any required trip/missions if needed and provide per-diem in accordance with rules governing mission travel
G. Essential Specialized Skills/Knowledge/Competencies
The Consultant shall meet the following minimum requirements: • Hold a Master’s degree from a recognized university or higher education institution in Development Studies, International Relations, Public Policy, Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Political Science or a related field. • Have at least one (1) year of relevant professional experience in civil society engagement, stakeholder engagement, development cooperation, programme/project coordination, policy dialogue or a related field. • Previous experience with a Multilateral Development Bank, international development organization, government institution, civil society organization or similar institution will be an asset. • Demonstrated understanding of civil society engagement, stakeholder participation and development issues in the African context. • Strong analytical, drafting, coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to prepare concise and high-quality institutional documents.
H. Supervisor
The consultant shall work as a team member of the Civil Society and Community Engagement Division (AHGC2) under the direct supervision of the Division Manager
Consultancy Input Days
66.00
Qualifications
Qualification
Assessment
Regular Consultant
Less than 32 years old at the time of signing the contract and during contract execution
