Help shape the future of CIYOTA as we empower African youth through education, leadership, and social entrepreneurship for peace and prosperity
CIYOTA is a refugee-led, community-driven non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering refugees, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), and marginalised youth in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Build united, developed, and peaceful communities in Africa.
Educating conflict-affected children and youth to lead and rebuild communities.
FOR THE REVIEW AND DEVELOPMENT OF CIYOTA STRATEGIC PLAN 2022 / 2026
MAY 2025
Review CIYOTA's strategic plan for the period 2022 – 2026 and develop a new five year strategic plan in close collaboration with the Board of Directors and Management.
CIYOTA is a non-profit organisation that empowers youth with education, leadership, and social entrepreneurship skills to unite African communities and create sustainable peace, love, and prosperity through nonviolent means, such as peace talks.
CIYOTA was founded in 2005 in the Kyangwali Refugee Settlement in Kikuube district. Its primary focus is supporting underprivileged children and young people in accessing education, social welfare, social protection, and life skills development.
CIYOTA is a U.S. IRS 501(c)(3) certified charity (EIN: 27-3092740), and a non-profit organisation in Uganda and DR Congo. It registered with the Registrar of Companies in Uganda (Registration Number 109257). CIYOTA has an office in Wakiso district in Naluvule with project offices based in Kyangwali Refugee Settlement and in DRC in Goma and Kinshasa
CIYOTA in partnership with War Child Canada with support from Mastercard foundation is implementing a five year Bridge from Secondary Education and Skills Development to Job Opportunities for Refugees and Host Community Youth in Uganda. This program is designed to further the Young Africa Works Strategy and address the youth unemployment challenge in Uganda's refugee host districts.
Through the Bridge project, CIYOTA is implementing a capacity improvement plan which is aimed at strengthening the institutional capacity of CIYOTA through developing policies and capacity building trainings for staff.
CIYOTA has received funding from War Child Canada in partnership with Mastercard foundation for the implementation of system's strengthening interventions under the Bridge project. The Bridge project envisages stronger and sustainable organizations that are well structured with capacity to implement their mandates. To this background, CIYOTA is seeking the services of a qualified and experienced consultant / firm to facilitate the process of reviewing the 2022 – 2026 strategic plan and developing a new strategic plan 2026 - 2031 according CIYOTA's needs, capacity and commitment to help the young people.
The main purpose of this consultancy is facilitating the process of reviewing the strategic plan for the period 2022 – 2026 and develop a new five year strategic plan.
Specific Objectives:
The scope of work for the Consultant will include, but not be limited to:
The consultant is free to propose the methodology that would adequately result in the expected deliverables outlined in this ToR. A participatory approach and critical reflection by the Board, management, members, staff and key stakeholders will make the process meaningful. The following steps are highly recommended for the process.
The duration of the assignment is twenty-four (24) working days spread over one month from 2nd to 30th June 2025
The Consultant will report directly to the Programs Director with the Executive Director providing an oversight role. CIYOTA will provide relevant background documents necessary for the assignment, including the policy manuals, the CIYOTA Road Map, quarterly reports, the M&E framework and the communication strategy. CIYOTA shall be responsible for the coordination of meetings and other activities under the Consultancy.
CIYOTA is looking for a competent firm/individual with the skills, knowledge, and proven experience in facilitating the process of developing institutional strategies particularly strategic plans NGOs, Civil Society Organizations and Community Based Organizations. Applications from consulting firms or persons will be assessed based on their ability to demonstrate the following qualifications, experiences, and competencies:
The successful consultant will be paid 50% of the total cost in advance, and the remaining 50% shall be paid upon successful completion and submission of the final SP review report and the new strategic plan. However, this is subject to discussion with management upon confirmation of taking on the task. All payments are subject to 6% withholding tax.
Interested consultants may electronically submit a cover letter, CV of team members, and a brief technical and financial proposal of between 5 – 8 pages to procurement@ciyota.org by Friday, 30th May 2025, before 11:59 pm.
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