(RFC 12114800) CONSULTANT-DEVELOP A FRAMING DOCUMENT FOR THE PABRA MODEL

(RFC 12114800) CONSULTANT-DEVELOP A FRAMING DOCUMENT FOR THE PABRA MODEL

THE ORGANIZATION

The Alliance of Bioversity International (www.bioversityinternational.org) and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) (www.ciat.cgiar.org) delivers research-based solutions that harness agricultural biodiversity and sustainably transform food systems to improve people’s lives. Alliance solutions address the global crisis of malnutrition, climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation.

The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is part of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The consultant will provide specialist technical support to develop a strategic framing document that captures and articulates the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA) approach to scaling bean innovations in Africa. The assignment will involve evidence review, stakeholder consultations, analytical synthesis, and preparation of a high-quality framing document for validation by PABRA and the Capacity Sharing Accelerator.

SCOPE OF WORK

The consultant will undertake the following tasks:

1. Conduct a targeted review and synthesis of relevant PABRA literature, reports, and supporting documentation to assess and articulate PABRA's approach, experience, and lessons in scaling bean technologies and innovations across Africa.
   
2. Design and undertake key informant interviews with selected stakeholders, including identified PABRA staff, KALRO scientists, and CapSha representatives, to gather insights, validate findings, and identify unique scaling mechanisms, enabling factors, and lessons learned.
   
3. Analyze and synthesize evidence from the literature review and stakeholder consultations to develop a coherent narrative and strategic framing of the PABRA scaling approach.
   
4. Prepare a draft PABRA framing document and facilitate iterative review processes with PABRA and CapSha technical teams, incorporating feedback and recommendations.
   
5. Revise and finalize the framing document, ensuring technical quality, consistency, and alignment with stakeholder inputs and intended use.
   
   DELIVERABLES
   

• Inception note and consultation plan outlining the methodology, key informants, and work plan for the assignment (Day 1).
  
• Draft PABRA Framing Document incorporating findings from the literature review, stakeholder consultations, and analytical synthesis (Day 4).
  
• Final PABRA Framing Document revised based on feedback from PABRA and CapSha and submitted in publication-ready format ( Day 5)
  

The consultant should demonstrate:

• Systems thinking with advanced knowledge of agricultural innovation scaling, seed systems, or agricultural development in Africa.
  
• Experience in undertaking program evaluations and reviews with strong analytical and synthesis skills, and the ability to distill complex evidence into strategic recommendations and narratives.
  
• Proven experience conducting stakeholder consultations and translating findings into high-quality technical products.
  
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills
  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

• Advanced degree in economics, development studies, systems design, or business development.
  
• At least 10 years of experience in project or program evaluation and reviews; experience with Africa-based multi-country operations is an asset.
  
• Demonstrated experience preparing reader-friendly, high-quality evaluation frameworks and approaches and reports.
  
• Strong analytical, synthesis, and technical writing skills.
  
• Full professional proficiency in English is required.
  
• Experience in integrating strategic and socio-economic, quantitative and qualitative evidence into evaluation reports.
  
• Familiarity with agricultural projects and agricultural innovation systems in Africa is strongly preferred.
  

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This Consultant position is based in Nairobi, Kenya. The consultancy will cover a period of 2 months (July 2026 –September 2026).

The Alliance Bioversity-CIAT is committed to fair, safe, and inclusive workplaces. We believe that diversity powers our innovation, contributes to our excellence, and is critical for our mission. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority. We encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, marital status, and gender identities.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants are invited to visit https://alliancebioversityciat.org/careers to get full details of the position and to submit their applications. Applications MUST include reference number REF: (RFC 12114800) Consultant- Develop a Framing Document for the PABRA Model as the position applied for.

The Alliance does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, or training). The Alliance also does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Cover letter and CV should be saved as one document using the candidate’s last name, or first name for ease of sorting. The Alliance collects and process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Applications Closing Date: 28th July 2026

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

We invite you to learn more about us at:

http://alliancebioversityciat.org

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