Who We Are

Girl Effect is an international non-profit that builds media that girls want, trust and need. From chat-bots to chat-shows and TV dramas to tech, our content is reaching millions of girls in Africa and Asia to make choices and changes in their lives. Igniting their confidence to act differently at a time that can define their future. 

We create safe spaces for girls, sharing facts, and answering questions about health, nutrition, education, and so much more. And we use innovative technology so we can reach girls at scale. We arm girls with the skills to negotiate and redefine what they are told is possible, so every girl can choose to be in control of her body, her health, her learning and livelihood.

When a girl unlocks her power to make different choices that change her life, it inspires others to do so too. She starts a ripple effect that impacts her family, her community, her country. That’s the Girl Effect. 

Our Approach

Girl Effect uses a branded media approach towards delivering behavioral change programs. We reach girls across the world, where they are — online and offline — to support them at the critical moments in life when choices around their health, education, and economic future need to be made.

We use our expertise in behavior change science to motivate and equip girls with information and support, helping them see a different future for themselves, act on those choices, and drive greater demand for the opportunities and services available to them.

Our youth brands, such as Tujibebe in Tanzania and Yegna in Ethiopia, exist across multiple channels — digital, TV, radio, print, and offline, in schools and communities.

Scope of Work

We are looking for experienced consultants who have a strong background in partnership strategy and fundraising. Applications are sought from those who have a deep understanding of the Tanzanian development sector funding opportunities and donor landscape, as is an innovative and entrepreneurial approach..

Girl Effect has big ambitions to deliver significant change for adolescent girls around the world. To achieve our goals, we need to develop partnerships with a wide variety of supporters, including foundations, institutions, corporations and philanthropists, with the goal of raising funding for the organization.

The consultant will lead the development of strategic partnerships and identify funding opportunities aligned with Girl Effect’s objectives in Tanzania. Critical for success will be an ability to share the work of Girl Effect through compelling, sophisticated and technically excellent pitch decks, proposals, business cases and funding bids. He /She will work closely and collaboratively with the create, programs, impact teams and the country teams and other external stakeholders.

What You’ll Do 

1. Strategic Planning and Development:

• Analyze donor trends to identify potential funding opportunities for Girl Effect.
• Develop a Country Office Business Development Plan outlining key targets and strategies in alignment with our Global and Tanzania Country Programme Strategy. 

1. Partnership Building:

• Identify and establish/strengthen relationships with key funders  (donors, governments/institutions, high network individuals, philanthropies, NGOs that undertake prime partner role, research institutions, cooperates, private sector partners, etc.) across the sector working in gender equality, sexual and reproductive health rights, education, economic empowerment, etc 
• Set appointments with potential partners/donors, book meetings with senior managers and make close follow-ups.
• Maintain strong working relationships with relevant partners in the sector, ensuring the Country Director is well placed for future opportunities
• Engage in strategic networking to expand the organization’s positioning and enhance the organization’s image and visibility

1. Proposal Development:

• Be part of the strategic concept note and proposal development team and ensure the partnership agreements are in place, especially with consortium partners

1. Monitoring and Reporting:

• Provide biweekly and monthly updates on partnership development and proposal write-up progress. 
• In collaboration with the Tanzania and global team, develop a robust and sustainable pipeline of funding opportunities across institutional donors, trusts & foundations, private sector, corporate partnerships, individual philanthropy, and development partners.
• Document learnings on partnership building initiatives and suggest improvements or change of strategy

Expected Deliverables and KPIs

• Develop/leverage on the existing pipeline comprising a minimum of 20 prospects identified which align with GE’s thematic areas. This plan should be updated on bi-weekly basis and clearly stipulating future plans.
• Engagement with at least 5 potential prospects per month.
• At least on monthly basis 2 new partnerships formed/pitched and existing partnerships strengthened
• Monthly reporting on the partnership and fundraising plan and strategies set to pitch for more partnerships.

Expected Commitment

This is a 6-month part-time consultancy. The consultant is expected to work at least 2 days a week, but this may differ based on programmatic needs.  

Location

Remote and/or other key donor locations if required.

Management 

The consultant will report to the Country Director, Girl Effect Tanzania, and work closely with other team members, including the global Development and Communications teams.

Procurement  Timeframe

• Terms of reference published: September 19th 2025 
• Deadline for responses:  3rd October  2025
• Supplier selection, contracting, and briefing: October  2025
• Project commencement: October 2025

Proposal Submission

Your application, should you be interested (Max 5 pages), should cover:

•  CV/Credentials - Please showcase any previous work that you consider relevant to what we are trying to achieve, how we approach our work, and the audience we cater to. Describe the qualifications, experience, and capabilities of the firm or consultant in providing the requested services.
• A cover letter explaining your understanding of the brief, why you feel you are well-placed to work on this, and what motivated you to apply for this role. 
• Reference - Provide at least three references for similar contracts with a description of the service provided, the value of the contract, and the contract periods of performance.
• Breakdown of Costs with applicable taxes and other charges clearly identified in TZS. Consultants should provide their Daily/Hourly billing rate. All applicable taxes should be quoted separately. 

In their application, the candidate must demonstrate an understanding of the requirements described in the TOR and demonstrate how the applicant will meet the requirements of the programme.

Please note that Girl Effect is not liable for any costs incurred during the award/contract need preparation, submission, or negotiation of the award/contract. All submitted documentation and/or materials shall become and remain the property of Girl Effect.

VALIDITY of the proposal shall be for 90 days from the date of bid closure.

Evaluation Criteria

The criteria against which proposals will be evaluated are listed below:

• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing fundraising strategies, donor engagement, proposal development, and securing funds from diverse sources (foundations, corporates, high-net-worth individuals, bilateral/multilateral donors, etc.)-30%
• Clear understanding of the assignment’s objectives, fundraising landscape, and alignment with the organization’s mission and context- 10%
• Qualifications, skills, and experience of the consultant and any supporting team members, especially in similar contexts or sectors-15%
• Experience in fundraising for Tanzania- 15%

Financial Evaluation

• Value for money/proposed budget breakdown - 30%

How to Apply

Please submit proposals, as described below, to suppliers@girleffect.org by  3rd October  2025  latest. Please clearly mark your email with the subject ‘Partnerships and Fundraising Consultant-Tanzania’. 

Tax

Girl Effect Tanzania is obliged by the Tanzanian tax authorities to ensure all taxes are charged where applicable. Applicants are advised to ensure that they have a clear understanding of their tax position regarding provisions of Tanzania tax legislation when developing their proposals.

Equal Opportunities

Girl Effect is committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.

We are committed to building an organisation that is truly representative of the communities that we serve. To this end, due regard will be paid to procuring consultancy services of organisations and individuals with a deep understanding and experience of our programming markets and with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds.

Safeguarding

Girl Effect has zero tolerance for all forms of violence and abuse against children, beneficiaries, and staff. You may be required to undertake safeguarding checks. Shortlisted consultants will be assessed on our organisational values at the interview stage. The consultant will be expected to adhere to our safeguarding policy. Please read and understand our safeguarding Code of Conduct which outlines expected behaviour from our staff, consultants and visitors. 

Copyright

All materials/documents arising from this consultancy work shall remain the property of Girl Effect.

Disclaimer

GE reserves the right to determine the structure of the process, the number of short-listed participants, the right to withdraw from the proposal process, the right to change this timetable at any time without notice and reserves the right to withdraw this tender at any time, without prior notice and without liability to compensate and/or reimburse any party. GE shall inform ONLY successful applicant(s). The process of negotiation and signing of the contract with the successful applicant(s) will follow.

Please note: We will evaluate only proposals submitted following the application process outlined in the TOR and using our specified email address (suppliers@girleffect.org).