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Consultant for Social Network Analysis Study 2026

with Swisscontact Cambodia

BTDC-ID: 38695
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Expected Outputs

Consultant for Social Network Analysis Study 2026

Announcement Description

Swisscontact - the Swiss Foundation for Technical Cooperation is an independent, non-profit foundation based in Zürich, founded in 1959 by leading figures from the Swiss private sector and Swiss universities. It is exclusively involved in international development, active in more than 38 countries with 120 programmes with more than 1,000 staff members. At the heart of all Swisscontact’s work stand the private sector and its crucial role for achieving more inclusive economic growth. Swisscontact approaches this through 8 working areas: Initial Vocational Education and Training, Labour Market Insertion, Upskilling and Reskilling, Sustainable Agriculture, Trade, Green Cities, Tourism and Entrepreneurial Ecosystem. Swisscontact has been present throughout South-East Asia for more than 30 years. Swisscontact has been operating in Cambodia since 2013, establishing its office in the country in April 2016.

Swisscontact Cambodia is co-implementing with Khmer Enterprise, the Enhancing Entrepreneurial Ecosystems and Investment (3Ei) project that aims to support the mobilization of impact-investing capital and create an environment to support small and growing businesses (SGBs)1 to generate social and environmental impact. With five core pillars, including collaboration, entrepreneurship and innovation, service facility for blended finance, data and mentorship, 3Ei seeks to support the strengthening of the entrepreneurial ecosystem and enhance coordination for more effective and efficient systems. 3Ei is jointly funded by Khmer Enterprise, the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), and Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).

Expected Outputs

Consultant for Social Network Analysis Study 2026

  • Career Category: Consultancies
  • Location: Phnom Penh
Summary

Overall Objective: Conduct comprehensive research based on the previous methodology to understand the evolution of the PNH, SR and BTB ecosystems based on the CSSC framework.

Start date: April 2026

End Date: November 2026

Location: Cambodia

Type of contract: Consultancy/Sub-Contract

The assignment and objective

The assignment

In line with these recommendations, the SNA 2026 aims to follow up on the 2024 findings, expanding the sample size, and track the evolution of the three ecosystems over the past year. This approach will provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of the ecosystem and inform future strategies and interventions.

Therefore, we are looking to hire a consultant/consulting firm that can provide the service for this study.

Objectives

The 2026 SNA aims to achieve the following objectives:

  • Map the Three Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
  • Generate Insights Across the Six Dimensions of Ecosystem Health
  • Analyze Collaboration and Co-implementation Patterns Among Ecosystem Actors
  • Identify Persistent and Emerging Gaps for Targeted Interventions
  • Deepen Analysis of Priority Areas Emerging from the 2024 Study

Scope of Work and Deliverables

Specific tasks

  1. Review and Analysis of Existing Documents:
  2. Participant Sourcing and List Management
  3. Data Collection and Management
  4. Data Analysis and Visualization
  5. Organize Workshops
  6. Report Writing

Please click Attachement below for more information.

Duration and Deliverables

The timeframe for the contract is from April 2026 – November 2026.

Eligibility

  • Bachelors or Masters (preferred) in economics, international studies or relevant field preferred.
  • Strong research skills and prior experience in conducting research, survey development and conducting Social Network Analysis or Ecosystem Health Checks preferred.
  • Strong ability to analyse data, to identify relevant insights and propose solutions.
  • Experience in using the following software: Heroku, Kobo Toolbox or other relevant data collection software, and Kumu for data visualization.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with relevant local stakeholders.
  • Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and Khmer to effectively communicate and disseminate information.

Submission Requirements

Women-owned firmed are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

Swisscontact offers attractive working conditions in an international and multicultural context. We see our work as a joint effort in an agile organisational culture: mutual respect, trust, and teamwork.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents: budget proposal, work plan, CVs with roles and responsibilities and cover letter detailing the consultant’s suitability for the assignment. The application deadline is 8 March 2026, but Swisscontact may begin taking interviews on a rolling basis before the deadline. Swisscontact reserves the right to contact only applicants selected for interview.

*Please indicate in your application whether you have or not have a close relative or friend who is currently working for Swisscontact in Cambodia. If yes, please provide the detailed information of the person. This information is very important for the selection process.

Application(s) should be directed to the email provided in the contact details.

Attachment:
  • ToR Social Network Analysis Study
 

Contact Details

Office Address
  • THAN’S CORP Building, 7th Floor, #46, Mao Tse Toung Blvd (245), Sangkat Boeng Trabaek, Khan Chamkar Mon, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 
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