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Fairtrade Inclusive Energy Fund (IEF) Request for Proposals: Seeking applications to conduct Legal and Risk Assessment of IEF Financial Assistance Mechanism

Fairtrade Foundation is seeking applications to conduct a legal and risk assessment of mechanisms established as part of the Fairtrade Inclusive Energy Fund (IEF) to provide reflowing, loan-based financial assistance to beneficiaries.

The IEF aims to scale Fairtrade-certified SPO- and HLO-led (Small-Producer Organisation and Hired-Labour Organisation) projects, through a combination of technical, grant and reflow (loan finance) support. This assessment will need to focus on the most effective model to deliver the proposed objectives, taking into account legal, regulatory and financial elements.

Details on the scope of work and requirements for submission are detailed in the attached Terms of Reference and IEF Programme Summary.

If you are interested in conducting this assessment, and meet the qualifications and experience requirements outlined in the attached TOR , please submit a short concept note to alister.oulton@fairtrade.org.uk, detailing:

  • your approach and methodology to deliver the scope of work,
  • the timelines involved,
  • the required and itemised budget, and
  • evidence to support how you meet the qualifications and experience requirements.

Baseline study for the Cocoa Cooperative and Organizational Strengthening Programme (CCOSP) Phase II (2024-2026)

The deadline for submissions is Wednesday 13th March, 2024

This programme aims to see unions operate as professional and effective organisations leading to improved service delivery to members, market access, strategic investments and partnerships that enable cocoa farmers to progress towards sustainable livelihoods. Fairtrade Foundation is seeking a consultant(s) to carry out primary data collection and analysis to establish baseline data against indicators in the programme Monitoring and Evaluation Plan for 9 cocoa unions in Ghana.

The consultant will develop a detailed approach in consultation with Fairtrade Foundation, Fairtrade Africa, and Cocoa Life, before collecting, analysing and submitting the findings in a written report.

Assignment timeline: March 2024 – July 2024

Please contact Nick Chadwick-Williams (nick.chadwick-williams@fairtrade.org.uk) with any questions.