{"id":38023,"date":"2026-06-17T12:26:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T11:26:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/selfhelpafrica.org\/ie\/?p=38023"},"modified":"2026-06-17T12:26:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-17T11:26:07","slug":"terms-of-reference-on-the-comprehensive-assessment-of-natural-resources-and-socioeconomic-status-of-communities-under-the-green-reclaim-project-in-central-and-southern-province","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/selfhelpafrica.org\/ie\/terms-of-reference-on-the-comprehensive-assessment-of-natural-resources-and-socioeconomic-status-of-communities-under-the-green-reclaim-project-in-central-and-southern-province\/","title":{"rendered":"Terms of Reference: on the comprehensive assessment of natural resources and socioeconomic status of communities under the GREEN-RECLAIM Project in Central and Southern Province."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Self Help Africa (SHA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (MoGEE) and with technical oversight from the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), is implementing the GEF-8 funded project titled \u201cResilient Communities, Land Restoration and Sustainable Ecosystem Management.\u201d The project seeks to strengthen climate change adaptation, reduce land degradation, and promote biodiversity conservation through integrated and climate-resilient natural resource management approaches. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The project is being implemented in Zambia\u2019s Central and Southern Provinces. In Central Province, activities will focus on a belt covering Mumbwa, Chibombo, and Kapiri Mposhi districts, while in Southern Province the project targets Siavonga, Chikankata, and Chirundu districts. These districts span two distinct ecological landscapes: the Kafue Basin catchment belt in Central Province and the Kariba-Gwembe Valley landscape in Southern Province, each with markedly different agro-ecological conditions, livelihood systems, and GEDSI dynamics. The project design, Theory of Change, and Results Matrix are structured around these two landscapes; accordingly, the GEDSI assessment must reflect this landscape-level framing and produce landscape-disaggregated findings where data permit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Timeline <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The consultancy is expected to commence on 20th<\/sup> July 2026 and conclude in 12 weeks. A detailed work plan with specific deadlines will be agreed upon with the selected consultant.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Budget <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The maximum budget is USD $135,000. Value for money will be a key consideration in the bid evaluation – the cost structure, quality of personnel, number of people covered and the approaches used will be considered.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consultant Qualifications <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ideal consultant will possess the following qualifications:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Proven experience (at least 5-7 years)\u00a0in Natural Resources Management including Biodiversity and accompanied by a field team of support professionals including Ecologist, Biologist, GIS and remote sensing, and Zoologist\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Have a good understanding of conservation issues in Zambia.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Have at least five (5) years of progressively advanced experience in biodiversity assessment assignments.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Have relevant experience in working with government and\/or international organizations on consultancy assignments, especially in biodiversity conservation.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          1. Additionally, the consulting firm should least\u00a0possess\u00a0a minimum of the following requirements:\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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            1. Education: Advanced degree (Master\u2019s\u00a0or PhD) in Forestry, Ecology, GIS, Natural Resource Management, or Social Sciences.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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              1. Socioeconomist\u00a0with\u00a0demonstrated\u00a0expertise\u00a0in rural livelihoods, social\u00a0inclusion\u00a0and poverty analysis; household survey design and implementation; gender-differentiated resource tenure and governance analysis; food security assessment; and NRM-livelihoods nexus programming. Experience with FAO or GEF-funded socioeconomic assessments in Zambia or comparable SADC contexts is\u00a0required.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                1. Statistician\/Data Analyst (survey design, quantitative analysis).\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                  1. Community Engagement Expert (participatory methods, conflict resolution).\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                    1. Experience: Minimum of 7 years in GEF or similar international projects, with specific\u00a0expertise\u00a0in Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM).\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                      1. Language: Fluency in English; knowledge of local languages (e.g., Tonga, Bemba, Lenje) is an advantage.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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                        1. Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n