Aflatoun International seeks a Consultant – Development and Rollout of Partner Resilience Package: 3 months (part-time)

Project: Strengthening Local NGO Partner Resilience in Africa through Income Diversification
Implementing Organization: Aflatoun International
Duration: 3 months (part-time)
Level of Effort: Up to 30 working days
Location: Remote, with potential travel to one pilot country workshop

1. Background

Across Africa, civil society organizations are facing a critical challenge of shrinking donor support, threatening their ability to sustain programmes and reach vulnerable children and youth. In response, Aflatoun International is implementing a one-year initiative to help local NGOs build long-term financial sustainability through income diversification and organizational resilience.

Central to this initiative is the development and implementation of a Partner Resilience Package: a set of practical, modular training materials and tools that equip local NGOs with strategies to generate local income, engage the private sector, and strengthen their financial sustainability.

The consultant will design, pilot, and refine this package in collaboration with Aflatoun staff and regional trainers. At a later stage, Aflatoun will use the materials and lessons learned to develop a Global Toolkit on Income Diversification for NGOs for wider dissemination.

1. Objective of the Assignment

To design, pilot, and facilitate the Partner Resilience Package for Aflatoun’s partner NGOs in five African countries (Uganda, DRC, Kenya, Malawi, and Zimbabwe), providing practical, context-sensitive training and tools to strengthen their income diversification strategies.

For the purpose of this initiative, Partner Resilience refers to the ability of local NGOs to sustain core programme delivery despite fluctuations in donor funding, by developing diversified, locally anchored income streams, improving financial planning, and strengthening engagement with non-donor actors[1].

1. Scope of Work and Key Tasks

Under the supervision of Aflatoun’s Programme & Partnership Team, the consultant will:

1. Conduct a Rapid Review
   • Review existing Aflatoun and external materials on NGO income diversification, hybrid financing, and private-sector collaboration.
   • Identify relevant models, frameworks, and good practices to inform the content design[2].
   • [1] As a result of applying the Partner Resilience Package partners will identify at least 2 realistic non-donor income streams; Partners develop a 12–24-month income diversification action plan; Partners shift from project-only funding to at least one recurring or locally sourced income stream; Partners improve cost recovery or overhead coverage
   • [2] The consultant will support Aflatoun in defining basic partner typologies (e.g. early-stage, growth-stage, mature NGOs) and tailoring guidance accordingly.
2. Design the Partner Resilience Package
   • Develop a modular training package consisting of:
     • Practical modules on developing simple business plans, local fundraising, income-generating activities, hybrid financing models, and private-sector engagement.
     • Tools for financial planning, risk management, and identifying new income sources or cost-saving opportunities.
     • Case studies from Aflatoun partners who have successfully diversified their income.
     • Practical guidance on financial realism, risk assessment, and “what not to do”, including common pitfalls in NGO income diversification.
   • The consultant will support Aflatoun in defining basic partner typologies (e.g. early-stage, growth-stage, mature NGOs) and tailoring guidance accordingly.
3. Pilot Testing and Facilitation
   • Co-facilitate one or two pilot workshops (in-person or online) together with Aflatoun’s regional coordinators and private-sector contributors.
   • Train up to 45–60 partners using participatory and practical learning methods.
   • Gather feedback from participants and facilitators to refine the materials.
4. Provide Remote Coaching and Support
   • Offer limited follow-up support to selected partner consortia (remotely) to help them apply the tools and strategies in practice.
   • Document key lessons and examples of success for future adaptation.
5. Refine and Finalize the Package
   • Incorporate lessons from the pilot phase and finalize the Partner Resilience Package (training modules, templates, exercises, and facilitation guide).
   • A short internal learning note for Aflatoun highlighting: (i) partner readiness patterns, (ii) viable vs non-viable diversification options in different contexts, and (iii) implications for Aflatoun’s future partner support model.

4. Deliverables and Timelines

I) Deliverable– Inception Report**- Description -** Work plan and draft outline of training

modules – Timeline Week 2

1. Deliverable-Draft Partner Resilience Package- Description–
   Complete draft of training content, tools, and exercises- Timeline Week 5
2. Deliverable – Pilot workshops conducted- Description– 1–2 country or online

workshops facilitated with feedback collected- Timeline -Weeks 6–9

1. Deliverable– Final Partner Resilience Package- Description– Revised and tested

version ready for use by Aflatoun and partners – Timeline– Week 12

1. Deliverable – Summary Report- Description– Short report summarizing lessons

learned and recommendations- Timeline– Week 12

1. Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced degree in Business Administration, Management, Social Enterprise, Finance, Nonprofit Management, or related field (MBA strongly preferred).
• At least 8 years of experience in business development, revenue diversification, or building financially sustainable models in the private sector, social enterprise sector, or hybrid organizations.
• Demonstrated experience designing or advising on:
  • income-generating models
  • hybrid funding structures
  • market analysis & product development
  • corporate–NGO partnerships
• Experience translating private-sector methodologies into practical tools for NGOs or social enterprises.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the operational realities, constraints, and mission-driven nature of local NGOs in low- and middle-income contexts.
• Strong facilitation skills and ability to deliver practical, hands-on training.
• Excellent command of English; French is an asset.

1. Management and Supervision

The consultant will report to the Programme Management Unit and collaborate closely with regional trainers and the Global Training and Content Development Team . Aflatoun will provide oversight , coordination and logistical support for pilot workshop organization.

1. Duration and Level of Effort

• Duration: 3 months (part-time)
• Level of Effort: Up to 30 working days
• Location: Remote, with possible short travel to one pilot country

8. Payment Schedule

1. Milestone– Upon approval of inception report- Payment-20%
2. Milestone– Upon delivery of draft partner resilience- Payment– 40%
3. Milestone – Upon completion of workshops an submission of final materials.

Payment- 40%

How to apply

9. Application Process

Interested consultants or firms are invited to submit:

• A short technical proposal (2–3 pages) outlining understanding of the task, proposed methodology, and timeline;
• A financial proposal (in EUR);
• An updated CV and two examples of similar training packages or toolkits developed.

Applications should be sent to

https://aflatoun.bamboohr.com/careers/239 by 27 January 2026

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