External Consultant for Impact Assessment and Strategic Outlook Review for the International Civil Society Centre
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Background
The International Civil Society Centre is looking for a consultant to conduct an impact assessment and strategic outlook review with the aim of guiding the longer-term work of the Centre to maximise value and impact to support international and local civil society organisations.The International Civil Society Centre (ICSC) supports International Civil Society Organisations. Our mission is to ensure the international civil society sector remains resilient relevant responsive and forward looking so it can better support the most vulnerable and marginalised communities worldwide. We support transformational change for international civil society organisations so they remain fit for the future. ICSC embarked on a new strategy in 2025. Our strategy focuses on supporting CSOs to adapt innovate and thrive in a changing world. We do this by providing leadership support convening and producing research and resources.
More information on our work can be found at: Full documents such as strategy statutes programme plans etc. will be made available to shortlisted candidates.
Purpose of the Assignment
To provide an objective evidence-based review of the ICSCs performance and impact guiding the Board and Shareholders in defining its future role and strategic direction. Examining the impact of the ICSC towards its strategic plans assessment will be predominantly through our key ICSO community. The consultant will also explore options of how ICSCs work could adapt to remain effective and provide impact in the emerging and future global context.Objectives
The consultant will be expected to deliver on the following objectives:
- Evaluate performance
Assess how effectively the ICSC hasdelivered against itscurrentstrategic plans. ExamineICSCssupport tokey ICSO communitythrough its core offer of leadership support convenings resources research and thought leadership. - Measure impact on ICSO community and wider civil society
Examine the outcomes and influence of ICSCs work on peer learninginterventions ontransformational changeandemerging challenges. Assess how effectively ICSCs work has supporteditsICSO community to improve their own missions and mandatesand to what extent ICSC hasaddedvalue to the ICSO communityand wider civil society. - Assess strategic relevance in the current context
Determine how ICSCs strategic priorities align with evolving ICSO needs and global civil society priorities. Examine the offer of the ICSC in the context of wider global civil society organisations and networks.An assessment of where the ICSC is positioned in the wider ecosystem(vis-a-vis other entities)for offering support and interventions of worth. - Identifystrengths opportunities and gaps
Identify strengths opportunities and gapsacross programme design delivery systems and stakeholder engagement. - Recommend adaptation strategies
Provide actionable recommendations for refining programmes and activities to ensure impact in a rapidly changing environment. - Recommendations for future proofing ICSC
Propose ideas for the long-term direction key themes and strategic approach of the ICSC to ensure it remains relevant to its community maintains legitimacy and acts as an enabler for meaningful impact.
Scope of Work
The evaluation and impact assessment will cover:- Programmatic Themesof ICSC:
- Futures of ICSOs
- Strengthening and Supporting Civic Space
- Empowering Marginalised Communities
- Key Formats:
- Leadership Forums
- Thematic Community Groups
- Convenings
- Resources and research
- Thought leadership
- Timeframe:
Activities and outcomes from the last 2 years (2024 -2025). Thisperiodcovers the first year of the new strategy and the last year of thepreviousstrategy. - Stakeholder Groups:
ICSC Shareholders board membersCEOsand senior staff from the ICSO community. Representatives from othercivil societyorganisationsat global and regional levels. - Geographic Reach:
Global focus
Key Deliverables
The consultant will be expected to deliver:- Inception report: A detailed plan outlining the evaluation frameworkmethodology timeline and data collection tools.
- Draft evaluation report: A comprehensive draft report for review and feedback.
- Final evaluation report: A finalised report incorporating feedback from the draft review.
- Presentation of findings:Present toICSCsleadership teamand board
Timeline
- Interviews of shortlisted candidates -last week of January
- Begin the assignment in theBeginning ofFebruary
- Check incallICSC staff and Board representativesBeginningofFebruary
- Inception Report by17February
- Quantitative data handed over to consultant by18February
- Draft report by24March
- Final report by15 April
- Online Presentation to the Boardon27 April
Your profile
Consultant Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for:
Consultant Profile
The external consultant should possess the following qualifications and skills:
The recruitment will follow a transparent merit-based process. The committee of ICSC staff and shareholder representatives will shortlist the proposals based on expertise skills approach and scope. The shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview.
Application Deadline
We accept applications on an ongoing basis with theapplication deadline of 26 January 2026 COB.
Contact for Queries
If you have any questions would like to discuss your proposal or need some further information on the quantitative data we have or strategy documents please reach out to Rachel Wilkinson ().
The consultant will be responsible for:
- Developing the evaluation framework: Design themethodologyand data collection tools in collaboration with the ICSCs team ensuring alignment with the evaluation criteria.
- Data collection: Conduct desktop research and collect qualitative data (e.g. interviews focus groups survey) from key stakeholders including Board members Key ICSO senior leaders and external CSO networks. ICSC will providethe quantitativeandqualitativedatathat hasalready been collected.
- Data analysis: Analyse the quantitative and qualitative data to assess outcomes and impactSegregated data analysis particularly from CEOs and those from the key community.
- Reporting: Prepare a comprehensive evaluation report including:
- Executive summary
- Methodology
- Key findings
- Lessons learned
- Recommendations for future programming
- Presentation of findings: Present the evaluation results to the ICSCsleadership teamand board. Facilitatinga discussion on key recommendations and future implicationswith the board.
Consultant Profile
The external consultant should possess the following qualifications and skills:
- At least 5 years of proven experience in conducting evaluations ideally for civil society organisations.
- Strong background in evaluation methodologies including both qualitative and quantitative approaches.
- Expertiseon global civil society and experience with ICSOs.
- Excellent analytical and report-writing skills.
- Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Excellent English writing skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to explain complex issues in a clear and accessible way avoiding sector-specific jargon.
- Strong ability to work independently manage time effectively and meet project deadlines.
Proposal Submission
Interested consultants are asked to submit the following documents:- A short proposal (max. 4 pages) outlining your evaluation approach suggestedmethodology and timeline.
- A CV or profile highlighting relevant experience and qualifications.
- 1-2 sample evaluation reports (if available) or a brief outline ofpreviouscomparable work.
- Two references frompreviousclients(who can be contacted if shortlisted).
- A budget detailing your consultancy rate per day and the total number of working days.
- If applicable any declaration of any potential conflict of interest
The recruitment will follow a transparent merit-based process. The committee of ICSC staff and shareholder representatives will shortlist the proposals based on expertise skills approach and scope. The shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview.
Budget Range
The budget range is EUR.Application Deadline
We accept applications on an ongoing basis with theapplication deadline of 26 January 2026 COB.
Contact for Queries
If you have any questions would like to discuss your proposal or need some further information on the quantitative data we have or strategy documents please reach out to Rachel Wilkinson ().
About us
Owned and supported by 16 international civil society organisations the International Civil Society Centre exists to strengthen the collective power of civil society at a time of profound global uncertainty. Our members recognise that lasting change requires shared learning mutual support and investment in the wider ecosystem. Through convening resource development and forward-looking sector insights we help organisations navigate challenges and unlock new opportunities for impact. Together we work to ensure that civil society remains capable of supporting the worlds most vulnerable communities both now and in the future.
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About Company
The International Civil Society Centre was set up in 2007 to support international civil society organisations (ICSOs) maximise their impact for a sustainable and more equitable world. The Centre is owned and supported by more than 20 of the largest international civil society organis ... View more
