ToR for Consultancy Mandate Function: Country Coordinator Zimbabwe (National Consultant)- SWISSAID
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Job Description
Direct Superior: Regional manager Eastern Africa, SWISSAID
Employment Level: 100%
Duty station: Harare
Application Deadline: 7 December 2025
Expected start date: Early 2026
1. Background
SWISSAID supports sustainable agriculture, biodiversity, and equitable livelihoods through
collaborative partnerships with civil society, research institutions, and government agencies. In
Zimbabwe, SWISSAID currently implements the AgrEcoNUS+/CROPS4HD project, in collaboration
with national and international partners. To strengthen coordination, learning, and expansion of the
Zimbabwe portfolio, SWISSAID seeks to engage a National Consultant based in Harare to coordinate
ongoing and emerging initiatives.
2. Purpose of the Consultancy
The Consultant will be responsible for coordinating the implementation and development of
SWISSAID’s portfolio in Zimbabwe, ensuring high-quality planning, monitoring, and reporting, while
fostering collaboration among partners and stakeholders.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key objectives include:
1. Coordinating implementation of the overall SWISSAID Zimbabwe portfolio (currently
AgrEcoNUS+ project) ensuring the quality of monitoring and reporting to SWISSAID
Switzerland and to international donors.
2. Ensuring quality of implementation, through training and regular feedback based on
planning, monitoring reports and monitoring visits.
3. Assisting in resource mobilization efforts, including fundraising and partnerships building, to
expand SWISSAID portfolio in Zimbabwe
4. Representing SWISSAID in Zimbabwe, with the national and regional relevant stakeholders
(governmental authorities, private sector, civil society organizations, international
institutions, etc).
3. Scope of Work / Key Responsibilities
Coordination and Management
• Facilitate coordination among national partners and between Zimbabwe and international
partners (e.g., AFSA, FiBL).
• Ensure timely planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of ongoing activities.
• Consolidate program and financial reports for submission to SWISSAID and donors.
• Conduct monitoring visits and provide feedback to strengthen project quality.
National Representation and Partnership Development
• Represent SWISSAID in Zimbabwe with government bodies, NGOs, donors, and other
stakeholders.
• Support partnership development and fundraising opportunities.
• Facilitate SWISSAID’s integration within the international cooperation community,
government bodies and communities in Zimbabwe.
Program Development and Compliance
• Support the design of new projects and funding proposals.
• Ensure compliance with national laws and SWISSAID’s internal policies.
• Support knowledge sharing and exchange among SWISSAID’s country programs.
4. Expected Deliverables
Coordination and Exchange
• Evidence of effective coordination and regular information exchange among national
partners and with AgrEcoNUS+ and NUS4Africa initiative partners in Zimbabwe.
• Monthly review meetings with implementing partners organized and documented, including
agendas, minutes, and agreed action points.
• Consolidated national progress reports (narrative and results-based) produced in line with
donor and SWISSAID requirements.
• Verified and consolidated financial reports submitted according to agreed timelines and
standards.
• Monitoring visits to project sites completed, with field reports summarizing key findings,
lessons learned, and recommendations.
Representation and Networking
• SWISSAID effectively introduced and connected to the I/NGO, donor, and international
cooperation community in Zimbabwe.
• Key relationships established and maintained with donor offices and relevant institutional
stakeholders.
• Active participation in coordination forums, bilateral meetings with the Regional Manager,
and relevant sectoral platforms.
Program Development and Compliance
• Support provided to the design and development of new project proposals aligned with
SWISSAID’s strategic objectives.
• Zimbabwe program activities implemented in compliance with national legal requirements
and SWISSAID’s internal policies.
• Regular oversight and quality assurance of ongoing project implementation, ensuring timely
delivery and adherence to planned results.
• Monitoring and evaluation findings documented, analyzed, and translated into actionable
recommendations for program improvement.
Knowledge Sharing and Learning
• Knowledge exchange sessions (virtual or in-person) organized with other CROPS4HD
implementing countries, with summary notes or learning briefs produced.
• Coordination maintained with implementing, strategic, and funding partners, community
organizations, government representatives, and other key stakeholders to promote
collaboration and information flow.
5. Duration and Level of Effort
The consultancy is expected to run to December 2026 with an estimated level of effort of full-time
equivalent, renewable subject to performance and funding availability.
Qualifications and Experience
6. Required Qualifications and Experience
Management and Coordination
• Proven experience in coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrated skills in process management.
Technical Expertise
• Master’s degree in Development Studies, Agronomy, or a related field.
• At least five years’ experience working with international NGOs.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Excellent command of English and local languages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Teams) and other collaboration tools.
• Experience in grant writing and fundraising.
Monitoring and Facilitation
• Demonstrated ability to design and apply monitoring and evaluation methods.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
Personal and Social Competencies
• Leadership and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinking and synthesis of complex information.
• Proactivity and solution orientation.
• Cross-cultural communication skills.
• Teamwork and networking abilities.
7. Coordination and Reporting
The Consultant will work closely with:
• National Partners: CTDO, Fambizanai, BiZ (and others as added).
• International Consortium Partners: AFSA, FiBL, and others.
• SWISSAID Global Offices: Project managers, thematic advisors, and regional managers.
The Consultant will report to the Regional Manager, East and Southern Africa, and CROPS4HD Project
Leader, both based in Switzerland.
How to Apply
8. Remuneration
A competitive consultancy fee will be offered, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Payment terms and schedule will be defined in the consultancy agreement.
Interested consultants are invited to submit a detailed proposal, including a technical and financial
offer, by 07 December 2025. Proposals should be sent electronically to crops4hd@swissaid.ch with
the subject line ‘Consultancy Mandate– National Country Coordinator Zimbabwe’
.
Applicants should be legally entitled to work as self-employed consultants in Zimbabwe.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
