Invitation to Tender – Cotton Value Chain Expert, Mozambique

We are seeking a seasoned Cotton Value Chain Expert, with experience working with cotton farmers in Mozambique – particularly women – who can be a focal technical person for the implementation of a partnership with Better Cotton Initiative under the WOW Programme.

The programme seeks to support increased economic empowerment of women cotton farmers, with a primary focus on promoting recognition of women in cotton production, and improving their access to knowledge and training. We are seeking an exceptional consultant for the first phase of the programme which is focused on the successful completion of a scoping study in Niassa and Nampula provinces of Mozambique. The deliverables for this assignment will be:

• Oversee the data collection process for the scoping study – submission of the scoping study research tools;
• Virtual presentation of initial data analysis and findings to CARE and BCI; and
• Submission of a research report and recommendations.

About CARE

CARE International is one of the world’s leading humanitarian and development charities. We fight poverty and injustice in the world’s most vulnerable places. We save lives in disasters and conflicts. We stand with women, girls and their communities to achieve lasting change for a better future.

At CARE International UK we affirm the dignity, potential and contribution of participants, donors, partners and staff. Our actions are consistent with our mission. We are honest and transparent in what we do and say and accept responsibility for our collective and individual actions. We work together effectively to serve the larger community. We constantly challenge ourselves to the highest levels of learning and performance to achieve greater impact.

The consultant must have the right to live and work in Mozambique and will be responsible for paying all relevant taxes. We welcome applications from independent consultants and/or consultancy firms. Please note that two consultants are being recruited for this programme, and this Cotton Value Chain Expert will be working closely with the second – a Gender Expert.

For full details and requirements of the tender, please download the Terms of Reference.