Consultant to lead the development of its Strategic Plan 2027–2031 with Development and Partnership in Action

BTDC-ID: 38825

Closing Date: 20-Mar-2026

Consultant to lead the development of its Strategic Plan 2027–2031

Office Address

#03, Street 323, Sangkat Boeng Kak Ti Pir, Khan Tuol Kouk, Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Contact Name

Mrs. Sok Sinuon( DPA Procurement and Admin Officer)

Phone

012 633 022

Email

TO: sok.sinuon@dpacam.org

Website

www.dpacam.org

Announcement Description

Development and Partnership in Action (DPA) is a Cambodian non-governmental organization with over 30 years of experience implementing sustainable development programmes across Cambodia. DPA works primarily in the areas of Natural Resource Management, Climate Change, Food Security, and Financial Sustainability, supporting vulnerable communities to strengthen resilience and improve livelihoods. DPA currently implements two core programmes: Partnership and Advocacy Programme – Strengthening civil society partnerships, promoting inclusive policy dialogue, and advocating for sustainable and equitable development. Integrated Community Development Programme – Delivering community-based interventions that integrate natural resource management, climate resilience, food security, and sustainable livelihoods.

Consultant to lead the development of its Strategic Plan 2027–2031

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Workplace Circumstances

Environment: Office
Languages: Khmer, English
Location: Phnom Penh

Position Circumstances

Career Category: Advisor / Individual Consultant
Schedule:Full-time
Salary: N/A

Position Summary

As part of its forward-looking strategy, DPA is seeking a qualified expatriate or Cambodian consultant to lead the development of its Strategic Plan 2027–2031. The consultant will facilitate a participatory strategic planning process to define DPA’s vision, strategic priorities, and institutional direction for the next five years.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare inception report, which consists of methodology, workplan to deliver output deliverables, and budget, is submitted to the DPA Executive Director and members of the Strategic Plan Development Committee.
Conduct a comprehensive literature review, including programme/project evaluation reports, internal consultation documents/reports, narrative reports (2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), DPA proposals, Cambodia’s current development context in relation to DPA’s work and other relevant organizational materials.
Facilitate strategic planning workshops with DPA staff and partner representatives, organize consultation meetings with the Governing Board and funding partners, and convene meetings with leadership and Management Committee members to collect inputs and recommendations.
Present the draft Strategic Plan to DPA leadership, the Strategic Plan Development Committee, funding partners, and the Governing Board for validation and incorporate feedbacks and inputs.
Finalize and submit the final Strategic Plan (2027 – 2031) to the Executive Director, the Strategic Plan Development Committee, and the Governing Board for final review and approval.

Expected Profile of Candidates

Languages:

Khmer - Fluent
English

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in or PhD in Development Studies, Strategic Management, Public Policy, or related field.

Skills & Knowledge:

General & Technical Skills

Minimum 7–10 years of experience in strategic planning for NGOs or development organizations.
Proven experience facilitating participatory planning processes.
Strong understanding of Cambodian development context (for expatriates).
Demonstrated expertise in natural resource management, climate change, food security, or civil society strengthening.
Excellent analytical, facilitation, and report-writing skills.
Fluency in English (Khmer language skills are an asset)

Interested candidates should submit a CV (including three references), cover letter, and technical and financial proposal to email or to the DPA Office provided in the contact details. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The detailed ToR is available at DPA office in Phnom Penh (from Ms. Sok Sinuon) or DPA Website . Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

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